AY 2020-21 Term 2
Section; Day; Time; Room
12-C; TH; 730-900; Full online
12-A; TH; 1100-1230; Full online
12-B; TH; 1430-1600; Full online
Classroom activities
Please refer to the schedule of activities -->
Homework (by group): For each chapter submit to me the meaning of the Key Terms at the end of each chapter. The list of Key Terms is in the files section below.
Seatwork (individual or by group): They are already written on the schedule, but some SW's contents will not be revealed, yet.
Short Quizzes (individual): After the end of each chapter. I will administer it at the beginning of the class during the next meeting.
Periodical Exam Coverage
Periodical Exam 1 = chapters 1 and 2
Oral Defense = oral report on swot paper, but since we are in online classes, I would just require you to make a pretty ppt file of your written report.
Industry Analysis Paper and Oral Report (this must be about a Philippine company)
Industry Analysis (SWOT) Paper Writing (by group): I will have some class hours dedicated to this to help you out. The papers will be submitted on the day of your oral report in class.
See the rubric.Do not forget the proper citations in all parts of the paper (in-text citations and the reference list)
Oral Report on SWOT (by group): There will be a schedule at the end of the term, but since we are in online classes, I would just require you to make a pretty ppt file of your written report.
Announcements
PLEASE go to your AnimoSpace accounts. We will use the chat function on AnimoSpace for class discussions.
Please download on your devices or print the PowerPoint slides before coming to class.
Your textbook is: Applied Economics for a Progressive Philippines (Phoenix Publishing House, 2018) by Dr Tereso Tullao Jr
We will use the entire book but you are not required to buy it.
Schedule of Activities (Tuesday and Thursday (TH))
October 2020
20 Introduction
22 Discussion Chapter 1
27 Discussion Chapter 1; Submit Homework 1; SW 1
29 NO CLASSES
November 2020
3 Short Quiz 1; Discussion Chapter 2
5 Discussion Chapter 2, SW 2: Demand and Supply
10 Short Quiz 2; Discussion Chapter 2
12 NO CLASSES
17 Discussion Chapter 2; Submit Homework 2
19 Short Quiz 3; SW 3: Policy Brief writing (deadlines extended to Dec 1)
24 extra day to finish the tasks from the previous meeting. I will be present in chat to discuss SW3 and other concerns about the lessons
26 Periodical Exam 1 (deadline extended to Dec 1)
December 2020
1 Discussion Chapter 3
3 Discussion Chapter 3; Submit Homework 3
8 HOLIDAY -No Classes
10 Discussion Chapter 3
15 Short Quiz 4; SW 4: SWOT Activity
17 Discussion Chapter 4; Submit Homework 4
January 2021
5 SW 5: Impact Analysis writing
7 Short Quiz 5, SWOT Paper Brainstorming
12, 14, 19 SWOT Paper Writing, preparing the PPT file
21 SWOT Paper and PPT file Submission
26, 28 Buffer Days
Grading System (for all sections):
Written Works (30%)
Short Quizzes: 20%
(quizzes 2 and 3 counts as 1 quiz)
Graded Seatworks: 5%
Graded Homeworks: 5%
Performance Task (40%)
Written Paper: 40%
Trimestral Exam (30%)
Periodical Exam 1: 15%
Oral Defense: 15%
TOTAL 100%
Parts of the SWOT Paper:
I. Introduction
Explain what the company is, what does it do, what makes it special vs other companies, social entrepreneur aspects (CSR or special advocacy) etc.
II. History of the Company in the Philippines
Timeline from the beginning to present. Show the challenges and triumphs of the company.
III. SWOT Analysis
List down all SWOT parts (just like in the book). After the lists, explain why you wrote those things in each area, why are they important, etc. Total of 4 paragraphs (one for strength, and so on...) *You may have more paragraphs if you see them as necessary to further explain your point.
IV. Conclusion
Summary of everything.
Answer the question: Based on your SWOT analysis, will the company survive (if startup or newcomer) or stay profitable (established company) in the next 10 years? Why or why not?
V. Reference List
In alphabetical order.