AP Macroeconomics
Course Overview
AP Macroeconomics is a college-level course. The purpose is to give you a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole and help you prepare for the AP Macroeconomics exam.
Throughout this course, you will explore economic theories, models, and vocabulary, along with current events to help master the basic economic principles, and make connections to your daily lives and to the world around you. Applying this foundational knowledge will enhance your critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are highly desired skills in today's ever-growing and complex world.
Through hard work and diligence, you will develop into knowledgeable participants in the global economy and become economically literate leaders of influence.
Syllabus
Google Classroom
Westlake High School utilizes the Google Classroom platform to share classroom resources, many assignments, and assessment preparation materials to students. WHS students will receive a classroom code to access these materials, submit assignments, and track any missing work.
Classroom Materials
headphones
charged school-issued iPad
spiral or composition notebook for notes and graphs
binder/folder
pen/pencil
textbook resource for Krugman’s Economics