Economics

Taught by Jacob Clifford

Outline

AP* Economics is one of the most meaningful and fun AP* courses offered by the College Board*. Not only are there an endless supply of real-world examples, but there are numerous activities and simulations that make econ come to life. We will focus on both micro and macroeconomics and strategies for helping students master the key concepts and graphs.

Each participant will receive a DVD-ROM packed with digital resources (worksheets, assignments, quizzes, lecture notes, PowerPoints, activities, and videos). We'll discuss everything from textbooks and supplementary materials to AP* exam review strategies and sample Free Response Questions. This institute is perfect for new AP* teachers as well as veterans looking for a few new ideas. If you are enthusiastic about AP* econ, this is the workshop for you.

There are five goals of this institute:

Introduce the resources required to develop an effective course.
Master the key concepts and graphs in micro and macro.
Identify teaching strategies and activities that demystify challenging concepts.
Discuss ways to prepare students for the AP* exams.
Meet new colleagues and have fun.

Schedule

Monday, Day 1
- Introductions
- AP* Misconceptions
- Increasing and Diversifying AP* Enrollment
- Structuring your AP* econ course
- Materials and Resources
- Basic Concepts for both Micro and Macro

Tuesday, Day 2
- Mastering Supply and Demand
- Micro Key Concepts: Costs of Production, Four Market Structures, the Resource Market, and Role of the Government
- Best Practices, Simulations, Activities, and Sample Micro FRQs

Wednesday, Day 3
- Micro Review and Practice
- Macro Key Concepts: Macro Measures, Aggregate Demand and Supply, Monetary and Fiscal Policy, and International Trade
- Best Practices, Simulations, Activities, and Macro FRQs

Thursday, Day 4
- Macro Review and Practice
- Effective and Efficient AP* Exam Review
- Tying Up Loose Ends
- Institute Evaluation