Economics Pacing Guide (1

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9 Weeks) 2013 2014
Course Description: This course will introduce you both to the workings of market economies and to the distinctive methods of
economics. You will gain familiarity with supply and demand analysis, learning both how to apply it and how to ground it in the
careful modeling of rational behavior by consumers, firms, and other decision-makers. You will gain an appreciation of the way in
which markets can efficiently coordinate the independent actions of buyers and sellers and, indeed, typically do so. You will acquire
an understanding of the several ways in which markets can fail to allocate resources efficiently and equitably, along with some of the
means by which these problems can be addressed through appropriately chosen public policies.

Unit 1:
Standard ECON-1: The student will demonstrate an understanding of how scarcity and choice impact the decisions of
families, businesses, communities and nations.
Chapter 1 and 2
Two current events analysis
Quiz
Opportunity Costs of Industrialization (Primary Source: Stalins Five Year Plan)
Productions Possibilities Frontier
FRQ- Production Possibilities Frontier
Quiz
Unit 2:
Standard ECON-2: The student will demonstrate an understanding of how markets facilitate exchange and how market
regulation costs both consumers and producers.
Chap 4 7
Document Based Question What Drove the Sugar Trade
Two current events analysis
Test
Unit 3:
Standard ECON-3: The student will demonstrate an understanding of how government policies, business cycles, inflation,
deflation, savings rates, and employment affect all economic entities.
Chapters 8 -15
Letter to Governor disagreeing/agreeing with economic policies and give suggestions
Two current events analysis
Federal Reserve Lesson Plans Packet
Circular Flow of Economics
Potential Effects of monetary Policy- Federal Reserve Packet
Test
Unit 4:
Standard ECON-4: The student will demonstrate an understanding of how trade among nations affects markets,
employment, economic growth, and other activity in the domestic economy.
Chapters 17 19
Research Project- Countries Economic Standing
Two Current Event Analysis
Quiz
Unit 5:

Standard ECON-5: The student will demonstrate an understanding of how personal financial decisions affect an
individuals present and future economic status.
Financial Literacy Project
NEFE Workbook
Credit: of Economics (NOTE STUDENT WILL NOT RECEIVE GOVERNMENT CREDIT)
Textbooks and Instructional Resources:
The primary textbook for this class are:
Economic: Principles & Practices
In addition to these, teachers and students will also have access to a number of ancillary resources to
supplement the classroom experience, such as newspapers, simulations, and videos.
Students will also have access to software and his/her student computer account.
Students should bring:
2 Binder with loose leaf paper or a spiral notebook with pockets
Pencils/pens

What I Expect of You
I count on you to attend all classes. Attendance will be recorded, beginning in a few days
Complete each day's reading assignment before coming to class. I may ask questions in lecture about the reading
that you will need to answer
Arrive in class on time and remain until you are dismissed.
Use the restroom before, not during class. Teacher may assign designated restroom time.
Do not talk to your neighbors during class.
Do not read newspapers in class.
Do not sleep in class.
Silence and put away your cell phone for the duration of the class. Reading or sending text messages is
inappropriate behavior during class. Electronic devices may be used from time to time for instructional purposes;
however, they are NOT to be used otherwise without permission.
Bring your notebook, pen or pencil and your book when instructed.
Please read the board for daily assignments, homework assignments, scheduled tests and announcements.
Respect each others thoughts, opinions, ideas & property.
Dont interrupt those who are speaking.
Abusive language, profanity, cheating and severe disruptions will result in an immediate referral to
administration. A severe disruption is defined as overt refusal to follow the teachers instructions, fighting,
vandalism, and explicit threat to the safety of a teacher, student or themselves, OR any behavior that stops the
class from functioning.

Final Grade:

Fall Semester
1
st
Quarter 40%
2
nd
Quarter 40%
Final Economics Project 20%


Evaluation Policy:
Your final evaluation will be based upon the documented attainment of each of the course activities and requirements:

Exams/Tests 40%
Research Projects/Essays 30%
Class work/Homework 10%
Quizzes 20%

Homework:
In Economics we have a short reading assignment almost every night. These assignments are to better prepare the student
for the content that will be addressed in class the following day. The readings are always due the following day unless
stated otherwise. Students should expect a brief quiz on these readings the following day.

Make-up Policy:
ALL assignments are to be completed when assigned!!! Students who are absent (field trips, excused, unexcused, or any
other time out of class) will have 5 school days to complete any and all missing assignments for full credit. Students who
have absences due to extenuating circumstances should speak with me regarding extensions. It is the responsibility of
the student to take care of missed work.
Redo Policy:
The following policy will be implemented in this class:
1. Any student who wishes to improve their test grade may remediate and retest on all or portions of a unit test.
2. A test can only be redone during the current grading period and/or before the next unit test.
3. In order to be successful, students need to review the standards that were tested. This can be done in the following
ways:
a. With a social studies teacher outside of class (must show documentation from that teacher)
b. During Social Studies tutoring AFTER SCHOOL announced by the teacher.
c. Another arrangement approved by the teacher ahead of time. No time will be taken from ANY scheduled
class.
4. A higher grade on the 2
nd
test will replace the 1
st
grade. There is no penalty for doing worse on the 2
nd
test.
5. Teacher reserves the right to give a different version of the test (testing the same standards) and/or a different
format. Ex. Multiple choice test may be changed to an essay assessment.
Course Policies:
Student Conduct In-Class Policy:
Any acts of classroom disruption that go beyond the normal rights of students to question and discuss with instructors the
educational process relative to the subject content will not be tolerated, in accordance with the Academic Code of Conduct
described in the Student Handbook.
Consequences:
1
st
offense Verbal Warning
2
nd
offense Conference & call home
3
rd
offense Detention & call home
4
th
offense Referral
Cheating Policy:
Students are expected to uphold the schools standard of conduct relating to academic honesty. Students assume full
responsibility for the content and integrity of the academic work they submit. The guiding principle of academic integrity
shall be that a students submitted work, examinations, reports, and projects must be that of the students own work.
Students shall be guilty of violating the honor code if they:
1. Represent the work of others as their own.
2. Use or obtain unauthorized assistance in any academic work.
3. Give unauthorized assistance to other students.
4. Modify, without instructor approval, an examination, paper, record, or report for the purpose of obtaining
additional credit.
5. Misrepresent the content of submitted work. A student may not use or copy (by any means) anothers work
(or portions of it) and represent it as his/her own.
The penalty for violating the honor code is severe. Any student violating the honor code is subject to receive a failing
grade for the assignment and will be referred to Administration.



Rewards:
I believe that there should be rewards for positive behavior, good leadership skills, perfect attendance, and academic
achievement. Every student is expected to act in a responsible manner and do their very best. Rewards will consist of
verbal and written praise, certificates during awards program, homework and test passes (drops the lowest grade), and
much more!
Academic Success & Communication:
Each students academic success will be determined by the effort he/she puts into the course. Students and parents are
expected to be active in the learning process. Please log on to Power School on a regular basis to keep up with your
students grades. Phone calls or letters home may occur when appropriate due to any of the following; behavior,
performance, praise or other questions or concerns. In addition, I am available before and after school for extra help,
make up work, testing and computer usage. Should you EVER have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact
me by email at fpowell001@horrycountyschools.net or by phone at 650-5600. I really look forward to working with you,
growing with you and getting to know you this year!
Reading Selections:
The district provides access to a wide variety of reading materials and resources in promoting literacy for students. In
selecting the materials and resources for classroom libraries and media centers, teachers and media specialist follow the
general procedures that may be found on the district webpage at
http://www.horrycountyschools.net/cms/One.aspx?portalId=743462&pageId=1199932 and media center and classroom
library procedures that may be found at
http://www.horrycountyschools.net/cms/One.aspx?portalId=743462&pageId=1392268.
One of a schools primary goals is to develop lifelong learners, with literacy being a key component in this process.
Reading a wide range of materials helps students develop these literacy skills. While a schools classrooms and media
center make every effort to provide only the highest quality reading materials, we understand that parents want to help
their children make wise a choice as it pertains to what their child reads. A parent who may have questions about his/her
childs reading material may contact the school media specialist to request additional information regarding the title,
including possible professional reviews of the title. The school media specialist will work collaboratively with parents and
teachers, to identify titles that will help develop a love of reading.