<p> Palomar Community College Macroeconomics Econ 101 Laughlin Spring 2008 MW 11:00 a.m. </p><p>Welcome to where the fun never stops!</p><p>Macroeconomics looks at the way economic units interact in the larger economy. In this course the focus will be on aggregate measures of the economy, including national income accounting, aggregate supply and demand, inflation and unemployment measures, international trade and theories of stable economic growth. In addition, money, banking and the Federal Reserve system will be investigated.</p><p>In addition to the skills specific to macroeconomics, you will learn many common or "portable" skills. When you master these "portable" skills you will be able to transfer them to other school or work situations. The "portable" skills for this class include communication skills such as listening, reading and writing, cognitive skills, such as creative thinking, analysis and synthesis, problem solving and quantitative reasoning and interpersonal skills, such as social interaction and teamwork. </p><p>This Class is Part of Campus Explorations: The Impacts of Technology</p><p>We will incorporate the discussion of the impacts of technology in our classroom discussions. In addition, there is the opportunity for you to be part of a larger discussion Wednesday afternoons from 2-3 in ES 19. </p><p>For the schedule of the Wednesday seminar meetings go to: http://www.palomar.edu/campusexplorations/. The seminars are open to the entire community. Students who formally enroll in class LC 197 #33502 will receive one unit of credit</p><p> o We anticipate allowing discussion to extend to 4 p.m. if necessary, and films will be shown beginning at 3:30 p.m. o All speakers’ presentations, discussions and films will be open to the entire campus community. o Connected Occasions will be such offerings as panel discussions, performances, exhibitions, guest speakers. Assignment Explanation:</p><p>The text used in this course is Economics Today The Macro View by Roger Miller. 14th ed. The online study guide, My Econ Lab, is strongly recommended. In addition, there will be readings and activities that will be provided by the instructor.</p><p>Instructor Information: Teresa Laughlin Economics, History and Political Science Department P-17F e-mail: [email protected] phone: (760) 744-1150 x2851</p><p>Office Hours: Monday through Thursdays: 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. and 12:30-1:30 p.m. Or by appointment</p><p>Virtual Office Hours: I check my e-mail regularly, so feel free to e-mail me with a question, concern, or comment.</p><p>Assignments: There will be three (50 point) examinations, three (25 point) problem sets, one (50 point) paper, and one (100 point) comprehensive final examination. A standard scale is used to determine grades (i.e. 90% + of the points possible earns an A, 80 - 89% earns a B etc.)</p><p>Assignment Explanation:</p><p>Exams: The examinations, including the final exam, will be a mix of multiple choice and short essay questions. </p><p>Problem Sets: The problem sets are a mix of numerical problems and essay questions. I encourage you to form study groups and work together, but you must separate to write your own essays. I will not accept late problem sets, because we go over them in class. I suggest that you take a xerox copy of your problem set answers to study from before you turn in the original.</p><p>Paper: The two-page paper is an analysis of the one of the guest speakers that will be on campus April 9th and 10th. You will briefly describe the speaker’s thesis, and critically analyze his/her point of view using the models and concepts that we have learned in this class. You may rewrite this paper as many times as you wish to earn the grade you desire.</p><p>Late Assignments: All assignments need to be turned in on the date that they are due (see course calendar). Attendance: To succeed in this class it is important to attend the class regularly, ask questions, read the material and enjoy the process. I encourage questions, comments and any general relevant conversation. It is crucial to be engaged in the learning process. Active learners are much more successful than passive learners. You need to arrive to the class ON TIME, turn off your cell phones and pagers, and immerse yourself in the process. If you are going to be absent for any length of time, please contact me so we can arrange for make-up work. </p><p>Additional Housekeeping details I will drop the "no show" students on the first day of class; however, after the first day it is the student's responsibility to drop the class if it becomes necessary. The “no notation” drop date is: February 20th, but you can drop with a “W” until March 15th. </p><p>I expect that you will adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity. According to the Palomar College Course Catalog, that includes: 1. Honesty 2. Trust 3. Fairness 4. Respect 5. Responsibility</p><p>One Problem that is rampant is Plagiarism. Whenever you use another’s ideas or words without citing your source, it is plagiarism. If you work with a friend on the problem sets, make sure you write your essays separately. If your answers are too close, you will receive a zero on the assignment. It is increasingly easy to plagiarize with the internet, but it is also increasingly easy to catch plagiarism. If you plagiarize, you will receive a zero on the assignment and/or an F in the class.</p><p>On-Campus Support Services: Counseling, guidance, & Career Development: 744-1150 x2184 Admissions & Records: 744-1150 x 2171 Matriculation: 744-1150 x2197 Student Affairs: 744-1150 x2595 Student Support Programs & Services: 744-1150 x 2177 Health Center: 744-1150 x2380 Learning colleagues: It is beneficial to have a contact or two or three in each class so that you can get assistance with assignments, information if you miss a class, or just someone to have coffee with before class.</p><p>Name______</p><p>Telephone Number______e-mail address______</p><p>Name______</p><p>Telephone Number______e-mail address______</p><p>Name______</p><p>Telephone Number______e-mail address______</p><p>Name______</p><p>Telephone Number______e-mail address______COURSE OUTLINE AND ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE Week of: Topics: Readings:</p><p>Jan. 21 Overview, Scarcity Chs. 1 & 2 (holiday 1/21/2008) Opportunity cost Graphic Analysis, Production Possibilities</p><p>Jan. 28 Demand, Supply, Equilibrium Chs. 3 & 4 Disequilibrium</p><p>Feb. 4 The public sector Chs. 5 & 6 Taxes Problem set #1 due 2/6/2008</p><p>Feb. 11 Test #1 2/11/2008</p><p>Feb. 18 Macro problems and goals Chs. 7&8 (holiday 2/18/2008) Measuring economic performance</p><p>Feb. 25 Economic Growth Chs. 9&10 AS/AD in the long run, Natural rate of employment</p><p>Mar. 3 Classical and Keynesian Macro analysis Ch. 11</p><p>Mar. 10 Consumption, MPC, Multipliers Ch. 12</p><p>Mar. 17 Fiscal Policy, Deficits and the National Debt Chs. 13 & 14</p><p>Mar. 24 Spring Break!</p><p>Mar. 31 Problem set #2 due 3/31/2008 Test # 2 4/2/2008</p><p>Apr. 7 Money!!!! Ch.15 April 9th and 10th guest speakers for political economy days No Class on April 9th</p><p>Apr. 14 the Fed Ch. 16 Money creation and the banking system Paper due 4/16/2008</p><p>Apr. 21 Monetary Policy Ch. 17</p><p>Apr. 28 Issues in stabilization & Economic growth Chs. 18 & 19 Problem set #3 due 4/30/2008</p><p>May 5 Test #3 5/5/2008 Ch. 33 Global Economics</p><p>May 12 International Finance Ch. 34 Last day to turn in any late work or make-up any tests5/14/2008</p><p>May 19 Final Exam: Monday, 5/19/2008 at 10:00 a.m.</p><p>Dec. 10 Final Exam: Tuesday December 11th 10-11:50 a.m. </p>