Introduction to Economics (Age 8-14 Years)
Multi-day class
This course is an introduction to economics which will explore important concepts that will enable the student to effectively engage the realm of economic thinking.
New Teacher
Multi-day class
This course is an introduction to economics which will explore important concepts that will enable the student to effectively engage the realm of economic thinking.
New Teacher
Mon, May 16 - May 29
Class Experience
Students will begin to define economic concepts, understand why economists choose to view the world through a particular lens, and analyze the economic interactions of the people and businesses they observe in society. The goal is for students to become familiar with foundational market concepts such as scarcity, opportunity costs, comparative advantages and inflation (among many others). Students should then be able to appropriately apply their economic understanding to personal decisions, businesses activities and government policies. The course will spend much time focusing on microeconomics, but will also touch on macroeconomics. The course will include engaging group discussions in the weekly live session. Students should use video and audio during the live class, which helps encourage smoother discussions and more engagement. Parents may request an exception to this requirement. Current events will occasionally be discussed if relevant to the class topic.
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