Welcome to Micro/Macro

Economics!!!!!

Welcome to Micro/Macro

Economics!!!!!

A Few Things You Need to Know About This Class

A Few Things You Need to Know About This Class

General InformationMy Expectations of YouWhat You Can Expect From MeClass ComponentsEvaluation Criteria

General InformationGeneral Information Mr. El-Baroudi Micro/Macro Economics Room 201D E-Mail: EHSEcon@AOL.Com Office Hours

7:25 - 7:40

2:50 - 3:10

Period 5

Please Make an Appointment!!!

My Expectations of YouMy Expectations of You

Course Objectives

General

Specific Content

Behavioral Expectations

General CompetenciesGeneral Competencies

Communicate effectively with others, Motivate self and others, Accept challenge of competition, Use effective oral communication skills, Use effective written communication skills, Exhibit dependability and punctuality, Produce quality work,

General Competencies (Continued)

General Competencies (Continued)

Process oral and written communications, Speak effectively in front of others, Define goals, Resolve conflict, Exhibit a positive attitude, Interact with others in a courteous and tactful

manner.

Specific Content Competencies

Specific Content Competencies

Describe characteristics of an entrepreneur, Define target market, Determine customer needs, wants, and

concerns, Identify different types of business ownerships, Identify government regulations as they apply

to business ownership and liability, Evaluate and analyze competition,

Specific Content Competencies (Continued)

Specific Content Competencies (Continued)

Explain the concept of profit, Explain the concept of business cycles, Explain the possibilities of international trade, Recognize relevant, ethical issues in business, Explain the relationship of government and

business, Explain the concept of organized labor and

business.

Classroom RulesClassroom Rules

Be Responsible. Show Respect. Be On Time. Do Not Touch the

Equipment. Participate!!!

Be ResponsibleBe Responsible

Do the assignments Study for the Tests Read the Chapters Take Care of Your

Business Do the Thinks that

are Expected of a Student at East High

Show RespectShow Respect When I am talking, be quiet. Stay out of my desk, file

cabinets, etc.. Use appropriate language to

and about me. Be prepared. Have your

books, planner, paper, and writing utensils at all times!

Take care of the classroom

No insults or put downs. (OK, not too many!!!)

When someone else is talking, be quiet!

Respect other students possessions.

Respect guests to our classroom.

Be On TimeBe On Time Be in the classroom

when the bell rings. Tardy is up to 4 min. late,

then you are counted absent.

School policy mandates 15 min detention for being tardy.

THIS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED!!!

Do Not Touch the Equipment

Do Not Touch the Equipment

There is thousands of dollars worth of equipment in this room.

You may only use it with my prior approval.

Participate!!!Participate!!! This class requires your

involvement. Read Chapters when

assigned. Complete assignments

on time. Be involved in the

Student Company This class will only be

as good as you make it!!!

PlannersPlanners You are expected to have

your planner at all times. The planner functions as

your hall pass--no planner, no leaving!

Use your planner to organize your life, not just school!

One thing all successful people have in common--they are organized!

What You Can Expect From Me

What You Can Expect From Me

Fair treatment. Extra help (if you ask

for it). Clearly stated

expectations. My full support in all

your academic endeavors.

Timely and appropriate feedback.

Class ComponentsClass Components

Homework.Tests.Student

Company.MESE.Consultant.

Breakdown of Your GradeBreakdown of Your Grade

Homework 25% Tests 30% Student Comp 25% Consultant 20%

Total 100%

Daily Grade--Adjustment made at grading time.

HomeworkHomework

On Time Complete Well thought out There will be some

class time available, if used appropriately

Late homework will be docked 10% per day

TestsTests

We will thoroughly review most material

Short answer questions will be given when the chapter is introduced

Tests are to be taken with the class

Cheating will not be tolerated

The Student CompanyThe Student Company

As a class you will organize and operate a business for profit.

Grade will be based on participation and effort, not $ earned

The success of the company is only limited by you!!

MESE Management and Economic

Simulation Exercise

MESE Management and Economic

Simulation Exercise A computer

simulation where you will compete against other “companies” to market a product

More information will be forthcoming

ConsultantConsultant

One day a week we will have a consultant from the business community in class.

Positive, active participation is the basis for your grade

Plus (or Minus)Plus (or Minus)

On a daily basis I keep track of the extra things that you do (reading aloud, participation above and beyond, etc.)

I also track any negative behaviors (sleeping, talking when I am talking, etc.)

This ratio will help (or hurt) your grade!

Evaluation Criteria (Grades)Evaluation Criteria (Grades) Your active participation

and involvement in all activities is very important

You will be given grade updates on a regular basis.

I am assuming that each of you deserves an A. It is up to you to prove me right (or wrong)

The Last WordThe Last Word Any assignments that you miss for

whatever reason, are your responsibility to make up.

Certain parts of this course, like the student company and MESE, require your attendance to receive credit.

Please be aware that the above criteria may be subject to change.

Remember, this class will only be as good as you make it!!!