Basic Economics by Thomas Sowell
Ongoing weekly discussion to establish an evidence-based world view. Students will learn about topics impacting their interaction with the world around them while developing debate, critical thinking, listening, and research skills.
Tamera Hunter
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hours per weekMastery Evaluation
1-2 hours per week. Students are evaluated on mastery of learning goals as evidenced by preparation for class and verbal contributions to discussion and debate during class. Students will have the opportunity to contribute at least once during class. Parents will receive monthly feedback, more frequent if necessary, to encourage participation. Verbal participation is required and will be highly supported by facilitator, as needed, until students are comfortable with expressing their ideas with more independence.Certificate of Completion
Class Experience
US Grade 10 - 12
Beginner Level
In this ongoing book club, we will read the works of Thomas Sowell beginning with "Basic Economics: A Common Sense Guide to the Economy." Learners will be assigned a specific chapter reading and questions to prepare for each class. Weekly class meetings will provide an opportunity for students to discuss and debate the readings. Classes will be student centered with teacher facilitation. We will cover one chapter per week. Meeting Schedule: December 3, 2024 Week 1: Chapter 1: What is Economics December 10, 2024 Week 2: Chapter 2: The Role of Prices December 17, 2024 Week 3: Chapter 3: Price Controls January 7, 2025 Week 4: Chapter 4: An Overview of Prices January 14, 2025 Week 5: Chapter 5: The Rise and Fall of Businesses January 21, 2025 Week 6: Chapter 6: The Role of Profits—and Losses January 28, 2025 Week 7: Chapter 7: The Economics of Big Business February 4, 2025 Week 8: Chapter 8: Regulation and Anti-Trust Laws February 11, 2025 Week 9: Chapter 9: Market and Non-Market Economies February 18, 2025 Week 10: Chapter 10: Productivity and Pay February 25, 2025 Week 11: Chapter 11: Minimum Wage Laws March 4, 2025 Week 12: Chapter 12: Special Problems in Labor Markets March 11, 2025 Week 13: Chapter 13: Investment March 18, 2025 W ek 14: Chapter 14: Stock, Bonds, and Insurance March 25, 2025 Week 15: Chapter 15: Special Problems of Time and Risk April 1, 2025 Week 16: Chapter 16: National Output April 8, 2025 Week 17: Chapter 17: Money and the Banking Systems April 15, 2025 Week 18: Chapter 18: Government Functions April 22, 2025 Week 19: Chapter 19: Government Finance April 29, 2025 Week 20: Chapter 20: : Special Problems in the National Economy May 6, 2025 Week 21: Chapter 21: International Trade May 13, 2025 Week 22: Chapter 22: International Transfers of Wealth May 20, 2025 Week 23: Chapter 23: International Disparities in Wealth May 27, 2025 Week 24: Chapter 24: Myths About Markets June 3, 2025 Week 25: Chapter 25: “Non-Economic” Values June 10, 2025 Week 26: Chapter 26: The History of Economics June 17, 2025 Week 27: Chapter 27: Parting Thoughts
Learning Goals
Develop a more extensive vocabularyIncrease reading comprehension and analysis skills
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Parental Guidance
This journey is neither intended to nor will it tell students what to think. It is a journey of discovery intended to inform and help students evaluate, understand, and articulate their understanding of the world around them.
Supply List
Basic Economics by Thomas Sowell. We wil be referencing and marking the text so I recommend a hard copy of the book, new or used. Available on Amazon approximately $25 USD. Be sure to get the 5th edition with white cover, black lettering. The e-book can be used. It is about the same price.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Teaching Certificates
Utah Teaching Certificate in Science
Texas Teaching Certificate in Science
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in Science
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Georgia State University
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Shorter College
My nature is to question everything. I consider it an imperative to pursue a path of independent learning in many subject areas, keep up with current events, and use life experiences to establish my own world view. It is an ongoing process, as it should be. I hope to instill or reinforce this imperative with my students.
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$20
weekly1x per week
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 15-18
3-7 learners per class
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