Book Club: 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
Each course will be followed by another selection from this author. This course is a prerequisite for following selections and will be offered on a rotating basis throughout the year.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Beginner Level
In this 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 along with a suggested number of pages to read each day. 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. There are no equations or complicated charts. Each week I will post a suggested number of pages to read each day to prepare for the next meeting. Meeting Schedule and Topic December 5, 2024: Week 1: Chapter 1: What is Economics December 12, 2024: Week 2: Chapter 2: The Role of Prices December 19, 2025: Week 3: Chapter 3: Price Controls January 9, 2025: Week 4: Chapter 4: An Overview of Prices January 16, 2025: Week 5: Chapter 5: The Rise and Fall of Businesses January 23, 2025: Week 6: Chapter 6: The Role of Profits—and Losses January 30, 2025: Week 7: Chapter 7: The Economics of Big Business February 6, 2025: Week 8: Chapter 8: Regulation and Anti-Trust Laws February 13, 2025: Week 9: Chapter 9: Market and Non-Market Economies February 20, 2025: Week 10: Chapter 10: Productivity and Pay February 27, 2025: Week 11: Chapter 11: Minimum Wage Laws March 6, 2025: Week 12: Chapter 12: Special Problems in Labor Markets March 13, 2025: Week 13: Chapter 13: Investment March 20, 2025: Week 14: Chapter 14: Stock, Bonds, and Insurance March 27, 2025: Week 15: Chapter 15: Special Problems of Time and Risk April 3, 2025: Week 16: Chapter 16: National Output April 10, 2025: Week 17: Chapter 17: Money and the Banking Systems April 17, 2025: Week 18: Chapter 18: Government Functions April 24, 2025: Week 19: Chapter 19: Government Finance May 1, 2025: Week 20: Chapter 20: : Special Problems in the National Economy May 8, 2025: Week 21: Chapter 21: International Trade May 15, 2025: Week 22: Chapter 22: International Transfers of Wealth May 22, 2025: Week 23: Chapter 23: International Disparities in Wealth May 29, 2025: Week 24: Chapter 24: Myths About Markets June 5, 2025: Week 25: Chapter 25: “Non-Economic” Values June 12, 2025: Week 26: Chapter 26: The History of Economics June 19, 2025: Week 27: Chapter 27: Parting Thoughts
Learning Goals
Develop a more extensive vocabularyIncrease reading comprehension and analysis skills
Other Details
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.
Pre-Requisites
None
Supply List
Basic Economics by Thomas Sowell. We will 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.
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. Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-7 learners per class
