SEMESTER ONE

 SEMESTER TWO

         Introduction to Economics

Students will:

Ø      understand of basic economic principles and theories. 

Ø      apply their understanding of course material to their personal lives. 

Ø      enhance their decision-making abilities by analyzing and examining contemporary economic issues.

Ø      identify how social and natural factors influence the development of economic principles. 

Ø      understand how the U.S. economy is affected by international trade. 

Ø      analyze and understand aggregate demand and aggregate supply and their impact on business cycles.

Ø      analyze, understand, and apply the factors that guide America’s fiscal policies.

Ø      analyze, understand, and apply  the factors that guide the Federal Reserve's monetary policies.

Foundations of American Government

 Students will:

Ø   understand the purpose of government.

Ø   know the political theories that formed the foundation for the U.S. government.

Ø   be able to compare and contrast different forms of government.

Ø   understand the roles and responsibilities of the different branches of government.

Ø   examine how interpretations of the Constitution have change over time.

Ø   understand the election process.

Ø   examine how interpretations of the Constitution have change over time.

Ø   detect bias in the media, political commentaries, and political campaigns. 

Ø   trace the evolution of Americans’ civil rights and liberties