AP Macroeconomics

The purpose of the Macroeconomics AP course is to give students a thorough understanding of principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. This course is for qualified students who wish to complete studies equivalent to a one-semester college introductory Macroeconomics course. The course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price determination and also develops students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, economic growth and international economics. The following topics will be covered in depth: Basic Economic Concepts, Measurement of Economic Performances, National Income and Price Determination, Economic Growth and International Finance, Exchange Rates and Balance of Payments.

Macroeconomics Advanced Placement Course Description

New text book- Krugman- Module basedStudents need to budget time. Work ahead to

keep up with the workCheck “School Wires” for any work that

needs to be made up- student responsibility!!Book is kept at home to keep up with their

workUse “Launchpad” website for additional helpPowerPoints, Reffonomics, Khan Academy

used in class.Homework driven!Review of Homework on a daily basis

The AP Macroecon0mics Class

75 % Major assessments- Exams/Projects25% Minor assessments- Homework,

Quizzes, Class ParticipationEach marking period will be 40% of final

grade.Final exam is 20% of final grade. Use a

Macroeconomics exam as final.

Grading Policy

Reviews begin in March 2015Prepare to take AP Macro exam in MayGoal is to earn a 4 or 5- Gain college

exemption

The AP Macroeconomics Exam