Syllabi for Mrs. Yousif
CLASS INTRODUCTION
| ECO 2013 CRN 25273 Macroeconomic Spring Semester 2019 7Jan - 28 April 2019 |
Instructor: Jennifer Yousif
Syllabus, & SMART structure (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely).
Office Hours/ Office: None- appointments are available upon request
Email: jghobrial@valenciacollege.edu
CLASSROOM #
Course Prerequisite: None BUT College Algebra; Pre Calc [highly recommended]
TEXT BOOK: Macroeconomics 21e. McConnel/Brue/Funnel McGraw Hill
(or whichever the latest edition available in the bookstore ) Make sure to have the textbook online code to take qizzes and tests.
IT WILL ALWAYS BE USED IN CLASS: Small Unit Discussions (SUD) of PBL & Online Discussions board on Canvas
Newspaper: Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Business Week etc. We will use a lot of information from these journals and other newspapers. Therefore, it is good idea to get in the habit of reading and reviewing these journals daily, if you want to be an educated consumer, voter, and citizen.
WELCOME MACROECONOMICS ECO2013 PRINCIPLES/PROBLEMS/AND POLICIES .
Dear Students, this is platform is suppose to help facilitate pre-class lectures and activities. Starting point should be reading the syllabus, and then browse the discussion and completing chapter quizzes . Keep a close eye on due dates and test dates. If you have concerns use the course email to let me know of your issues. I will do my best to help you.
Course Description:
This basic course is designed to provide undergraduate students a complete overall ideas and theories of economics principles. Introduce them to both Microeconomics principles and Macroeconomics theories. The Microeconomics course is intended to help students answer basic questions about the changes in Supply and Demand, concepts of opportunity cost choices, and decision making. Microeconomics immerses us into the world of basic economic calculation of elasticity of Demand, a monopolistic competition and Maximization of profit/ Elasticity/ Externalities/ problems of the commons/ and International Trade.
The course has two main goals. The first goal is to help you learn to think systematically about economic issues, problems and questions, deduce conclusions from most logical questions. We will do this by learning some fundamentals models such as supply and demand model, and applying these models to different situation. The second goal is to acquaint students with economic issues-both the main questions in economics and also the main questions or problems in society that economist are asked to address. To dive into business structures and forms of cooperation, the impact of private business sectors, for profit and non-for-profit on the economy of nations. What incentives drive businesses? Why the thriving entrepreneurship is important both in long term and short term. How does interest rates impact business decisions?
ALL DUE DATES ARE FINAL
Mode of Delivery: This Class hybrid 50% ONLINE and 50% in class. All Quizzes and tests will be held using the latest CANVAS which is an LMS virtual Learning Management System provided freely to all Valencia Students, weekly required discussion board are posted and conducted via canvas as well.
*However, in order to provide you with adequate support, while setting up and using Skype ensure that your PC/Laptop is equipped with a microphone. If you are having an issue please reach out early don't wait till the test or quiz is due or passed.
A syllabus is a road map for success in a particular course and is a contract between the student and the instructor. By participating in this course, the student agrees to and accepts the terms and conditions of this contract. It is student’s responsibility to carefully read this syllabus, and to adhere to all college policies and course procedures within. The following information provides an overview of the course and class practices.
Problem Based Learning
I hear, I forget.
I see, I remember.
I do, I understand.
-Chinese Proverb
Problem Based Learning or PBL is the educational philosophy which frames the course to enhance the student learning center method. Learning by doing is the focal point of this course. Class sessions will be devoted to discussion of the problems in group setting, and posting reflection on assigned readings. The Central premise is that problems are intended not to test understanding but to assist in the development of understanding itself. If you understand it, then you can explain it.
Student Core Competencies
The faculty of Valencia College have established four Core Competencies that describe the learning outcomes for a Valencia graduate. They are: Think, Value, Act, and Communicate. These general competencies can be applied in many contexts and must be developed over a lifetime. They specify how learning can be expressed and assessed in practice. They enable students and faculty to set learning goals and assess learning within and across the many disciplines of human inquiry. First and foremost, the activities and assignments in this course are designed to help students meet Valencia’s student core competencies: http://valenciacollege.edu/competencies/
Quality Expectations, Late Work, Missed Deadlines:
- All students in this course as future employee candidates will be expected to perform in a professional manner. You might be the best economist on the planet, but all I know about you is the quality of the work you produce in our class. Your work is a direct reflection of you as a professional. No Plagiarizing and each discussion/ paper feedback must be authentic and not copied from another source. It has to be your original work.
- MAKE-UP POLICY: Students must meet all established deadlines. Make-ups will not be permitted unless coordinated in advance with the instructor and is approved.
- I understand that occasionally our real lives overtake our school life so there is leeway for one late assignment. I will accept a one-time-only late discussion assignment only. I will not accept late any test, quiz and/ or Research paper.
- All tests must be taken during the test date. Once the exam day passes no make-up exams will be given.
- Exam Make up exceptions,
- If you have an emergency, health issue, extenuating circumstance, jury duty, military duty, contact me in advance. I will need documentation from you before I allow any test make-up.
- There is no extra credit anticipated in this course.
- Our class calendar on Canvas will help you keep on track. Please be sure to check the classroom calendar and discussion board at least twice a week- {Instructor holds the right to change due dates to keep up with college updates}
NO SHOW POLICY:
Any student who does not submit the first 2 discussions will automatically be dropped from class and prior to the end of the no-show reporting period, 11:59 p.m. JAN 20th 2019, will be withdrawn by the instructor as a no-show Full Term (1) 01/07/2019 – 01/25/2019. This will count as an attempt in the class, and students will be liable for tuition. (CHECK VALENCIA CALENDAR FOR UPDATED TIME LINE). If your plans have changed and you will not be attending this class, please withdraw yourself through your Atlas account during the drop period for this part of term. Students who do not complete Quiz #1 during Week #1 (before mid night on the assigned date) will be dropped as a no-show, after the Drop deadline and during the No Show reporting period. If you missed more than 3 quizzes you will also be dropped due to attendance issue.
ONLINE ATTENDANCE POLICIES: Since the class is hybrid the online Quizzes along with your attendance on required days will be how I keep up with your attendance, there is no regular attendance per-say, however; completing the assignment tests are essential to success in the course. Due dates are the only way to insure progression and attendance. You must submit a minimum of one Quiz and one discussion post assignment each week to meet the attendance requirement. Discussion Rubric.pdf . [See COPY BELOW] Missing the equivalent of more than 3 weeks of classes for any reason, other than absences excused in accordance with Valencia’s policies or in cases of documented emergencies, is excessive and a basis for withdrawal. No make up for missed online tests unless instructor was priory notified in writing via email.
Academic Honesty:
Valencia college policies are addressed in the Student Handbook and our College wide Policy Manual, including the college's computer usage policies. Cheating and plagiarism are both considered forms of academic dishonesty as are forms of electronic sharing of answers (e.g., text messaging answers during a test, wireless phone cheating, etc.). If I discover that your work is plagiarized I will assign a zero for that assignment even for discussion you must have APA citations and refrences . If you are discovered to have plagiarized a second time, your course grade will be an “F”. Furthermore, you may be referred to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action.
IMPORTANT DATES: http://valenciacollege.edu/calendar/
Final Exam for this course is due SUNDAY April 28th 2019 (check exam schedule for updates this may change)
TERM PAPER DUE April 20th at 11:30 PM ON CANVAS SAFE-ASSIGN
MANDATORY PRESENTATION OF TOPIC IS DURING 2 MEETINGS FINAL EXAM WEEK [for hybrid class only]
STANDARDS OF CLASSROOM CONDUCT: Valencia College is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and learning and to the development of responsible personal and social conduct. By enrolling at Valencia College, a student assumes the responsibility for becoming familiar with and abiding by the general rules of conduct as listed in 6Hx28: 8-03 and the Student Handbook. Even though Faculty manages the classroom environment, the primary responsibility for maintaining a respectful and civil learning environment rests with the students. Students who violate the Student Code of Conduct may be referred to the Dean of Student's Office for disciplinary action, which may result in a sanction up to and including expulsion. http://valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/policy
COLLEGE POLICIES: A full description of all College policies can be found in the:
College Catalog at: http://valenciacollege.edu/catalog/
Policy Manual at: http://www.valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/
Student Handbook at: http://valenciacollege.edu/studentdev/CampusInformationServices
STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Valencia College is interested in making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can get immediate help with issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or work. Student Assistance Program (SAP) services are free to all Valencia students and available 24 hours a day by calling (800) 878-5470. Free face-to-face counseling is also available.
OFFICE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INFORMATION: Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a Notification to Instructor (NTI) form from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the instructor, preferably during the first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities.
East Campus Bldg. 5, Rm. 216 Ph: 407-582-2229 Fax: 407-582-8908 TTY: 407-582-1222
West Campus SSB, Rm. 102 Ph: 407-582-1523 Fax: 407-582-1326 TTY: 407-582-1222
Osceola Campus Bldg. 1, Rm. 140A Ph: 407-582-4167 Fax: 407-582-4804 TTY: 407-582-1222
Winter Park Campus Bldg. 1, Rm. 212 Ph: 407-582-6887 Fax: 407-582-6841 TTY: 407-582-1222
DISCLAIMER: Changes may be made at the discretion of the instructor.
CONTACTING THE INSTRUCTOR: While this course is Hybrid, it relies on the use of CANVAS for additional class interactions 50% of the time. The Instructor will be available 10 min before/ after class for meeting and/or addressing any concerns. If you need to contact the instructor, be sure to use EMAIL ABOVE as the primary communication method. Please ensure that the subject line of your e-mail provides a clear description of the issue or topic of the e-mail. In an emergency, feel free to contact the instructor via the email listed on page 1. Do not send any files that need to be downloaded or images any work must be submitted on Canvas. No RESEARCH PAPERS will be accept via email. For technical issues please contact the canvas support line. The instructor is not able to help in technical problems with your computer or internet speed.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: participation in classroom discussion and submitting the weekly Discussion Board is critical to the success of the course. In addition, there will be three examinations, the last of which is the Final Exam. The Final Exam will cover material from the entire course. The Final Exam is required to be completed by all students; failure to do so will result in a final grade of “F”. A Research Paper is also required of each student; failure to submit a paper will result in a final grade of “F”. Presentation of the topic is required and a sign up sheet on CANVAS will be open last month of class check your presenation date which the professor will issue.
The course grading is as follows:
Discussions (DUE EACH WED at 11:59pm) 20%
TESTS 40%
Quizzes 20%
Research Paper/ &Presentation 20%
TOTAL % POINTS 100%
GRADING SCALE:
90-100% A
80-89.99% B
70-79.99% C
65-69.99% D
Below 65% F
WEEKLY QUIZZES: Valencia College is a Learning-Centered institution that focuses on preparing its students for success in the workforce. As an online class you have weekly quizzes that should help prepare you for the final. In the beginning of each Sunday I will open the Online quiz. You are required to complete successfully the audio lectures, multiple choice, free response and solving the worksheet attached to each quiz. Chapter quiz due Wednesday of each week you will have total of 16-20 quizzes to complete. It is expected that you read at least 2 chapters a week to keep up with your quiz and tests.
CLASS SCHEDULE AND READING ASSIGNMENT
* Important Note: Students should keep up with readings and Discussion Board assignments as indicated and assigned below. EACH WEEK YOU SHOULD READ 2 Chapters. Check CANVAS several times a week for any potential changes to the schedule. For any technical issues please call 407-582-5600 CANVAS help desk.
ASSIGNMENT :RESEARCH PAPER
Students will thoroughly research ONE TOPIC ONLY /organizations or topics listed below and prepare a (5) five-page paper full pages. In general, the TERM PAPER should include the historical importance/conflict/issues and development of the organization/ or topic, as well as recent research information and future trends. It should answer 5 critical questions, that the writer develops. If a topic/organization is chosen from among the list, the student should explain why the group/organization is considered important to study from an economic standpoint. Students should use the opportunity to link items addressed in the paper to topics addressed in the course material during the semester in order to achieve a higher grade. Students must use and cite at least eight (8) sources in researching the paper, to include at least two (2) books. Others sources should include at least one Internet source, at least one article from an academic/professional journal and at least one article from a magazine (Time, Newsweek, Economist, U.S. News and World Report, etc.). You may also include TV and Radio news casts such as NPR, BBC, RT, World News, and other TV or Podcast sources, etc)
No more than two (1) students can research the same group/organization or topic, and will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis. Students should notify the instructor of their choice in writing by class message board by signing the list in class. to inform the instructor as well as their peer of their choice. The instructor will notify student of approval for their chosen research topic.
Research Paper Requirements
The paper must be typed, double-spaced in a 12 font in either PDF or Word document ONLY If I cannot open it will be a ZERO. There should be 1-inch margins at the top and bottom of the pages and the left and right margins should be 1.25 inches. The paper must be a minimum of five (5) full pages with a maximum of ten (10) pages. Format and presentation are important. Students are advised to use the APA style for research papers. Students must use footnotes, end notes, etc. Proper credit MUST be given to those whose information you make use of in the paper. Failure to meet the minimum requirements will result in an F grade for the paper.
Students must use at least ten (8-10) sources – Three (3) of which must be books. At least one of the sources must be an Internet source and at least one must be a professional journal. Your Textbook(s) maybe be used as part of the 3 required books. However, the references sections within each chapter may provide some potential resources for a student to consider.
Papers must include and be organized as follows:
- Title Page
- Outline or Table of Contents
- A minimum of five (5) pages of content [does not incude title/table of content/or ciation page–] maximum of ten (10) pages.
- Bibliography
- Appendix (Optional)
Research Paper Grading
Format, Spelling & Grammar 25% (5 points)
Content 50% (10 points)
References & Bibliography 25% (5 points)
Total 100% (20 points toward final course grade)
Bonus #1 : 5% Submitted prior to start of Week #14
Bonus #2 : 5% Paper proofread by other entities PHONE NUMBER AND NAME TYPED IN THE END PAGE IN REFERENCES
No late papers will be accepted without prior approval from the instructor. Papers need to be posted via Canvas safeAssign by 12pm (noon) on MONDAY, Week #15. Papers can be submitted to the instructor any time after Week #6 but no later than week #15. All Papers will be turn into SAFE ASSIGN before deadline for “Plagiarisms Check” on Canvas.
Extra Credit Opportunities: Papers submitted prior to the start of Week #11 receive a 5 point bonus in their final grade for their paper. In addition, students who have a consultation with the Valencia Library Communications Center (this service is FREE) and have their paper proofread by at least two (2) classmates prior to final submission will receive a 5 point bonus. Details will be provided during the semester for these extra credit opportunities.
The paper must be the work of the student – copying or using the work of others and claiming it as the student’s work is plagiarism and is prohibited by law. Plagiarism will result in a grade of “F” for the course and possible criminal prosecution. All works used must be properly cited with footnotes/endnotes, etc. and a properly formatted bibliography.
- Students must choose ONE TOPIC from the list of Research Paper Topics below.
- Notification must be made to the instructor of the chosen topic via CANVAS by 12pm (noon) on Friday, Week #3. The notification should include the topic proposed and a brief outline or description of the proposed paper. DO NOT INCLUDE THIS IN THE PAPER only via email.
- No more than two (2) students can choose the same topic/subject, therefore it is imperative for students to choose a topic/subject and present it to the instructor for approval as soon as possible.
Research Paper Topics
Students may choose another topic other than those listed below with the prior permission of the instructor in writing:
| US IMMIGRATION POLICY | CHINA Population Issues | Economic Laws & Acts of US 1970-2020 | The Federal Reserve |
| IMF- International Monetary Fund | Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 Globalization | 9/11 Economics Impact | What can we learn from the Business Cycle |
| Booms & Busts in the USA of Modern Area | Is Capitalism good for the poor? | MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD ORGANIZATION | Emerging Industries |
| Wealth of Nations- Adam Smith | Black Markets & Underground Economy | Free Trade | Taxes & Trade |
| The Patriot Act | *Income/Wage Inequality | *Monetary Policy | CHINA SILK ROAD AND BELT INITIATIVE (RBI) |
| Social Security | What is the impact of FDR NEW DEAL today? | VENEZUELA ECONOMY | NAFTA -- |
| Obamanomics & Obamacare-Affordable Care Act | CHINA VS TAIWAN | European Union | *Labor Unions |
| Economy of Health Care in USA | International Trade | Climate Change Economic Policy | Food Security |
| *Economic Impact of Environmental Policies | The War of Drugs | Trans-Pacific Partnership TPP | Economies of Eastern Europe in Transition |
| Economic Stimulus | The Asian Tigers | Russian Economy | BRAZIL ECONOMY & POLICIES |
| Trump's Economic Policy | United Nation Development Programs UNDP | Emerging Economies | Socialism |
| Economic Terrorism | National Defense | International Cooperation | Florida’s Economy |
| Pacific Trade Negations | Russian Economy | Booms & Busts in the Middle East | Economic Impact of Terrorism |
| Energy Security and US RANK# 1 in oil Production | *DOT.COM ERA | Impact of Anti-dumping Actions | GOLD STANDARD |
| The effectiveness of Overseas Development Assistance | The Chinese Economy & RECENT CHALLENGES | Protectionism Policy | *BIG BUSINESS & OIL Cooperation |
| Labor Markets Institutions | Do immigrants harm the economic outcomes of natives? | Economic Freedom and Economic Growth | Agricultural and Food Security |
| Economy of Charitable Giving | Florida Housing Market: Boom and Bust | US Federal Budget | Fair Trade Fraud |
| The War on Terror | International Agreements | Middle East Economy | OPEC & OIL WARS |
| *US Debt | Digital Economy & Bitcoins | The Economy of Social Media | * STOCK MARKET |
If you decided to choose Supreme Court cases, you must select 5 cases dealing with Economics Issues and discuss their impact in your state and or on the US as a whole.
If you choose to research US Acts, then choose 6 US ACTS that had a great impact on the Economy - examples: Sherman Act 1890-Clayton Act 1914-Federal Trade Commission 1914 -etc
It is best to research the Micro-(Topics) before you ask me to approve it. I will ask you the followings:-,
What do you already know about this topic?
Who are the authors who have written on this topic?
How is the topic related to Microeconomics?
What specifically do you want to research and what is your current positing. (arguing for or against?)
What conclusion did you reach and was it contradicting to your initial point of view?
No