ECONOMICS

Class Introduction:

Welcome to Economics! In this semester-long course, we will explore the dynamic interaction of people, goods, and services in the marketplace. We will examine concepts like supply, demand, inflation, and trade both in a theoretical sense and in practical applications. You will have the opportunity to practice the tools of social science, including reading, writing, research, critical thinking, and discussion. By the end of the semester you will be able to understand the functioning of economic systems in the United States and abroad, and be able to comprehend and discuss economic happenings in the news.