Students should notify the instructor immediately if computer accounts are not functioning and should take steps to report any malfunction to Dr. Porter. From taking this class students should 1. gain increased understanding of the economic issues that impact their lives 2. be able to apply economic principles to choices made by individuals and societies 3. demonstrate increased ability to comprehend articles in the mass media that deal with economic topics 4. gain a deeper awareness of the economic role of governments and markets 5.
Attendance is part of the participation grade in the class.
Excessive absence will be reported via Concern Slips and will be a factor in grading . Three absences are allowed without penalty. Each absence in excess of three will lower the participation grade. Missed exams may be made up for documented illness, family emergency or excused absence for school activity if the student has notified the instructor before the exam is given. Extended absence due to documented illness under a physician's recommendation will not affect the participation grade.