Macroeconomics Coursework

Macroeconomics Coursework

I. Course Information

  • Course Title: Macroeconomics

  • Instructor: [Your Name]

  • Email: [Your Email Address]

  • Course Code: Econ102

  • Semester/Year: [Semester/Year]

II. Course Objectives

  1. To understand fundamental macroeconomic concepts.

  2. To analyze macroeconomic indicators and their impact on the economy.

  3. To apply macroeconomic theories to real-world scenarios.

  4. To develop critical thinking skills in evaluating economic policies.

III. Course Schedule

Below is a tentative schedule for the coursework. Dates and topics are subject to change.

Week

Topic

Readings

1

Introduction to Macroeconomics

Chapters 1-3

2

Aggregate Demand and Supply

Chapters 4-6

3

Fiscal Policy

Chapters 7-9

4

Monetary Policy

Chapters 10-12

5

Economic Growth

Chapters 13-15

6

International Trade

Chapters 16-18

7

Exchange Rates

Chapters 19-21

8

Review and Midterm Exam

Review Materials

IV. Assignments and Assessments

  • Assignments: There will be weekly assignments to reinforce learning objectives.

  • Quizzes: Short quizzes will be conducted to assess understanding.

  • Midterm Exam: A midterm exam will be held at the end of Week 4.

  • Final Exam: A comprehensive final exam will be administered in Week 8.

V. Grading Criteria

  • Assignments: 30%

  • Quizzes: 20%

  • Midterm Exam: 20%

  • Final Exam: 30%

VI. Resources

  • Textbook: Macroeconomics: Principles and Applications by John Doe

  • Additional Readings:

    • Macroeconomic Theory by Jane Smith

    • The Economics of Money, Banking, and Financial Markets by Alan Johnson

  • Online Resources:

    • Khan Academy: Macroeconomics

    • Coursera: Macroeconomics Course

VII. Course Policies

  1. Attendance: Regular attendance is expected. Absences should be communicated to the instructor in advance, along with valid reasons.

  2. Late Submissions: Assignments submitted after the due date will incur a penalty unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.

  3. Plagiarism: Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated and will result in severe consequences as per the university's academic integrity policy.

  4. Participation: Active participation in class discussions and activities is encouraged and may be factored into the final grade.

  5. Technology Use: Laptops, tablets, and smartphones should only be used for course-related activities during class sessions. Any disruptive use will result in loss of participation points.

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