Economic Essentials FLEX (Semester-Long)
In this 8 week FLEX class, learners will explore a range of macro and microeconomic concepts while analyzing how economic principles affect everyday life choices.
Stephanie Fogarty M.Ed. & Ed. Spec.
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Homework
As mentioned in the class description, several optional learning opportunities will be included to help with review, gaining depth-of-knowledge, or for additional challenge. No learner should feel stressed about any aspect of this class, and I would never expect a learner to feel like they need to complete all of the suggested activities.Assessment
Multiple formative assessments will be implemented and I will provide positive and supportive feedback. Any learner requesting a grade for the class should communicate this expectation as soon as possible.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Why should learners explore economics? Well, economics is all about the fact that individuals, businesses, and governments all have wants and needs. However, resources are limited (obviously).
So... choices MUST be made. How and why these choices are made are real-world economics.
Weekly materials will be posted on Monday of each week, by 11am EST.
The weekly materials will include:
-An interactive Nearpod, that learners will be expected to complete during the week.
*Anyone needing additional time can access it for 3 weeks.
-A PDF with key vocabulary/ideas and SEVERAL optional activities (to meet the needs of a variety of learners).
-An optional student guide, as a note-taking resource.
I will interact within the Nearpods throughout each week and also provide individualized feedback and comments through the Outschool learner messaging portal.
No prior knowledge is required, and the age-range is flexible. This is an introductory class, so learners looking for a more advanced level should consider communicating with me before enrolling.
This class is intended to provide learners with a real-world understanding of economic concepts. We will discuss a range of macro and microeconomic concepts and practice thinking like an economist. More importantly, learners will analyze how economic principles affect everyday life choices.
The optional activities mentioned above are included for review, to provide more depth of knowledge, or for additional challenge. Examples of the optional, additional activities include: simulations, video clips, games, discussions, suggested readings, and other interactive learning opportunities.
Schedule:
Week 1: Introduction
Week 2: The Basics of Economics
Week 3: Microeconomics- part 1
Week 4: Microeconomics- part 2
Week 5: Macroeconomics- part 1
Week 6: Macroeconomics- part 2
Week 7: Built in week to catch-up & review, as necessary
Week 8: Personal Finance
*Please consider this a tentative schedule, which may be adjusted to meet the needs & interests of the enrolled learners.
If more detailed information is needed, regarding the weekly key focus areas, please contact me.
Other details:
I believe learning should be fun and I strive to create inclusive and welcoming classes! I want all learners and parents to be 100% happy with the quality of all of my classes. Any concerns, questions, or ideas for improvement should be communicated asap, so that adjustments can be made accordingly. Obviously, the more a learner engages with the course content, the more they will get out of the course. Communication between learners and parents, regarding the expectations for optional things, is important!
This is the FLEX version of a similar "live" class I offer on Outschool. Please also refer to those parental reviews for more insights regarding the learner/parental satisfaction of the content provided.
*Please send me a message if you have any questions at all about this class or my teaching style or credentials or need a sibling discount.Learning Goals
Students will be able to:
-Describe the study of economics.
-Define economics and differentiate between micro and macro.
-Explain the concepts of scarcity, incentives, and opportunity cost, and how each impacts businesses, governments, and households.
-Compare different economic systems.
-Reflect of the effect of a market economy.
-Review different economic systems and different theories of government's role in the economy.
-Explore spending, budgeting, and inventing in regards to personal financial decisions.
Other Details
Supply List
I will supply all of the materials required for this class. As an extended and completely optional part of the course- I recommend incorporating the book 'Freakonomics Revised and Expanded Edition' by Steven Levitt, 2020. A few (but not all) of the chapters will be included in the suggested/optional asynchronous activities, to allow learners to explore the economic concepts that we're discussing in unique and interesting ways! This book is listed on Amazon (as new) for around $13.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Missouri, St. Louis
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Missouri, St. Louis
I am a certified social studies teacher with over a decade of experience working with learners. I am certified in Missouri and Indiana to teach grades 5-12 social science/social studies subjects, including: American History, Geography, Government/Civics, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, and World History.
I focus on individualizing lessons to meet the needs of learners, including those who are struggling and/or students who need more challenge. I have a BA in Political Science, a MA in Secondary Education, and an Ed Spec degree in Educational Technology. I use technologies in effective and creative ways to enhance the learning process and increase motivation of learners.
*If a parent has any questions about my education and/or qualifications, I encourage them to message me.
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Live Group Class
$7
weekly8 weeks
Completed by 24 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
