Monroe Township High School
Course Syllabus & Expectations: AP Macroeconomics
Ms. Terri Weiss
tweiss@monroe.k12.nj.us
Business Department
Teacher Workroom G214
Course Description
AP Macroeconomics will provide students with a thorough understanding of the principles
of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. The course places particular
emphasis on the study of national income and price-level determination, and also develops
students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, the financial sector,
stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics. The course will also
look at macroeconomic issues such as the political impact on economic systems and the
economic decision making process as well as through current events and global trends.
Course Outline
1. Basic Economic Concepts [Chapters 1, 2 & 24]
2. Measurements of Economic Performance [Chapters 25 & 27]
3. National Income and Price Determination [Chapters 28, 29, 30 & 36]
4. Financial Sector [Chapters 32, 33, 34, & 35]
5. Inflation, Unemployment and Stabilization Policies [Chapters 31 & 37]
6. Economic Growth and Productivity [Chapter 26]
7. Open Economy: International Trade and Finance [Chapters 38, 39 & 39W]
8. Analysis & Application
Textbook/Materials
The following textbook will be used for this course:
Economics Principles, Problems, and Policies - AP Edition, McConnell, Brue, and Flynn 20th
Edition, McGraw Hill, 2015
The following workbook will also be used for this course:
5 Steps to a 5, AP Macroeconomics 2014-2015, Dodge, McGraw Hill, 2013
Students will be expected to use their iPad as a tool to access the class wiki page,
eBackpack and other online resources.
General Expectations
§ Everyone in the classroom will be treated with respect.
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Everyone’s conduct and behavior should reflect good judgment.
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Students are prepared and on time for each class. This includes a notebook, a
notebook, folder and their iPad [charged prior to the start of the school day]. Every
student is also required to come to class with an appropriate writing utensil (pen or
pencil).
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Everyone is expected to remain in class. Minimize trips to the bathroom and when
possible, should be conducted when they are least disruptive to the class.
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Everyone is expected to contribute to the discussion and learning activities.
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Everyone is expected to communicate professionally. Your school email account
should be used. Emails will be responded to within 1 school business day.
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Everyone is expected to use his or her iPad as a learning tool.
Assessment
10% Participation/Preparation
Students have an opportunity to earn 5 points per day for participation/preparation.
5=Student came to class prepared, participated and completed class work.
4=Student was not completely prepared and/or was not fully engaged in the lesson.
3=Student was unprepared and/or was not fully engaged in the lesson.
2=Student either was unprepared, or did not participate for at least half of the class.
1=Student was unprepared and/or did not participate, complete assignments and/or
disruptive during class.
0=Cut class.
20% Class Work
Students have an opportunity to earn 20 points per activity for class work.
20=Excellent work; complete and accurate.
17= Good work; complete and mostly accurate.
15= Satisfactory work; mostly complete and/or some accurate.
13=Poor work; incomplete and/or inaccurate.
0=Failure; work not submitted.
10% Homework
Students have an opportunity to earn 5 points per assignment for homework
5=Excellent work; complete and accurate
4= Good work; complete and mostly accurate
3= Satisfactory work; mostly complete and/or some accurate
1-2=Poor work; incomplete and/or inaccurate
0=Failure; work not submitted
**All homework is due the day after it is assigned unless otherwise specified.
Students who are absent are required to turn in missing assignments according to
the school policy. [One day for each day absent.]
60% Projects, Quizzes and Tests
Students have an opportunity to earn 100 points per project, quiz or test. Rubrics
will be distributed when the project is assigned. All Projects are due on the date
assigned. If a student is absent on the due date, they must submit the project on the
day they return. Students have an opportunity to earn 100 points per quiz or test.
Study guides are provided prior to each test. All tests are announced in advance.
Quizzes, when given will be based on material from homework or lectures/class
activities. Students who are absent the class before a test must still take the test on
the assigned date. Students who are absent on the day of the test must make up the
test according to the school policy.
Classroom Preparation
Students must come to class with a notebook, folder and their iPad [charged prior to the
start of the school day]. Every student is also required to come to class with an appropriate
writing utensil (blue or black ink only). Students may not use calculators in class for
quizzes or tests.
Additional Help
Study group sessions are offered prior to each test after school. Dates are announced in
class and on the course wiki page. Other help is available to all students Monday through
Thursday by appointment.
Refer to MTHS Student Handbook for other policies and procedures.
AP EXAM INFORMATION
Exam Name:
AP Macroeconomics
Exam Date: Wednesday, May 11th, 12pm
Exam Format:
70-minute multiple-choice section [2/3 of student’s exam score] and a
60-minute free-response section [1/3 of student’s exam score]. Some
questions in the free-response section require graphical analysis . The
free-response section begins with a mandatory 10-minute reading
period . During this period, students are advised to read each of the
questions, sketch graphs, make notes, and plan their answers. Students
then have 50 minutes to write their answers.
Rules/Restrictions: No calculators
Exam Breakdown:
% of
Corresponding
Topics
Questions
Text Chapters
8-12%
Basic Economic Concepts
1, 2, 24
12-16%
Measurement of Economic Performance
25, 27
10-15%
National Income and Price Determination
28, 29, 30, 36
15-20%
Financial Sector
32, 33, 34, 35
20-30%
Inflation, Unemployment, and Stabilization Policies 31, 37
5-10%
Economic Growth and Productivity
26
10-15%
Open Economy: International Trade and Finance
38, 39, 39W
Samples & Information about the exam from The College Board:
http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/members/exam/exam_information/2083.html
Remember, there are 2 things you have control over,
your attitude and your effort. Good choices will yield great results.
Monroe Township High School
Course Agreement: Ms. Weiss’ AP Macroeconomics
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that I can access the Course Syllabus and all other course materials from Ms. Weiss’
webpage/wiki page. www.msweissmonroeapmacro.pbworks.com
I know that if any questions or concerns arise, I can contact Ms. Weiss via email at
tweiss@monroe.k12.nj.us. I know that Ms. Weiss available to discuss any issues or questions
through email, arrange for after school help or have a parent conference call.
I understand that Ms. Weiss is available for extra help after-school Monday through Thursday by
appointment.
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