Economics

Video and activities for

Spring Semester, Week Two

January 19 - January 22

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Fundamental economic concepts Part 1

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Intro To Economics

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Copy Economics Video #1 Questions

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Fundamental economic concepts Part 2

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Specialization and Trade

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Economics #2 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week Three

January 25 - January 29

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Economic Systems and Macroeconomics

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Economic Systems and Macroeconomics

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Economics Video #3 Questions

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Supply and Demand

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Supply and Demand

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Economics Video #4

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Video and activities for

Week Four

February 1 - February 5

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Macroeconomics

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Macroeconomics

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Economics Video #5

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Inflation and Bubbles

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Inflation and bubbles

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Economics Video #7 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week Five

February 8 - February 12

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Fiscal Policy

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Fiscal Policy

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Fiscal Policy and Stimulus: Economics Video #8

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Fiscal Policy, Day Two

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video #1: Where are the Stimulus Checks?

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Video #2: How will the stimulus check money be used?

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Economics assignment Stimulus Checks

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Video and activities for

Week Six

February 16 - February 19

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Deficits and DEBT - can you afford a car?

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: The True Costs of Car Ownership

Owning a car allows you the freedom to go where you want, when you want. However, the costs of owning a car can add up, and affect how much money you have available for other expenses, such as food, clothing, and shelter. What are the true costs of owning a car? Watch this video to learn more!

WebpagE: Car Loan Calculator - how much car can I afford?

To access the article, go to:

https://www.dmv.org/how-to-guides/budgeting-purchase.php

Economics Let’s budget for a Car!

Project: Find a car you can afford

Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Personal Monetary Policy - can you make a monthly budget?

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: The Easiest way to budget

Budgeting does not have to be complicated or require expensive software - If you have paper, pencil, and available cash, you can create a budget. Watch this video to learn how.

Economics: My monthly budget assignment

Project: Create a budget for yourself

The week's project will be started as an in-class activity on Friday.

Video and activities for

Week Seven

February 22 - February 26

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Money and Finance

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Money and Finance

Economics Money and Finance

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: How to open a Banking account

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Video: Opening a Banking account

Why do you need banking accounts? What are the basics of establishing banking accounts? This video explains what you need to know!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

How to Open a Checking AccountChecking accounts have a variety of uses and are a necessary part of many people's banking activities. You can use them to pay bills, deposit your income, and use a debit card. Before you open one, however, you'll need to do some research...

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Economics response steps to open a checking account

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Video and activities for

Week eight

March 1 - March 5

Day ONe

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: the 2008 Financial Crisis

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: the 2008 Financial Crisis

Could it happen again? Watch and see! Then, complete the Video response Form below.

Economics #12 Questions

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: How to prepare for a personal financial crisis

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

How to Prepare for a Financial CrisisA disruption in income can cause a financial crisis in any household, and, unfortunately, they tend to come on quick. Whether your situation is personal or a widespread issue like an economic downturn, here’s how you can prepare for (and get through) a financial emergency.

Article: How to prepare for a personal financial crisis

Financial issues are not limited to governments - a crisis can happen at home as well. Can you prepare? Click on the image to the left, read the article, and complete this week's project listed below, so you can better understand the steps you need to take to protect your financial future.

Economics How to Prepare for a Personal Financial Crisis

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Video and activities for

Week NINE

March 8 - March 12

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Economic Thinkers, Part One

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Economic Thinkers

Economic Schools of Thought

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Economic Thinkers, Part Two

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Capitalism, socialism, and communism explained

What do these terms mean? Review this short video for a concise explanation.

Economics Quick Write Capitalism, Socialism, Communism

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Video and activities for

Week Ten

March 15 - March 19

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: International Trade

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: International Trade

Economics #15

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Globalization

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Globalization

Economics #16

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Week 11 activities will be limited to testing.

we will resume synchronous and asynchronous instruction on

week 13

after we return from spring break

Video and activities for

Week 13

April 5 - April 9

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Inequality

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Income and Wealth Inequality

Economics #17 Questions

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Microeconomics

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Microeconomics

Economics #18 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week 14

April 12 - April 16

Day ONE

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Price Controls

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Price Controls

Economics #19 Questions

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Market Failures

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Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Market Failures

Economics #20 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week 15

April 19 - April 23

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Environmental Economics

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Environmental Economics

Economics #21 Questions

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Economics of education

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Economics of Education

Economics #22 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week 16

April 27 - April 30

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Costs of Production

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Costs of Production

Economics #23 Questions

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Monopolies

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Monopolies

Economics #24 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week 17

May 3 - May 7

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Game Theory

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Game Theory

Economics #25 Questions

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Behavioral Economics

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Behavioral Economics

Economics #26 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week 18

May 10 - May 14

Days One and Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Labor Markets, Days one and two

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Days One and two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Labor Markets

Economics #27 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week 19

May 17 - May 21

Days One and Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Health Care

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Days One and Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Health Care

Economics #28 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week 20

May 24 - May 28

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Death

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Death

Economics #29 Questions

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Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Taxes

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Taxes

Economics #30 Questions

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Video and activities for

Week 21

June 1 - June 4

Day One

Synchronous Learning

Discussion: Black Markets

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day One

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Black Markets

Day Two

Synchronous Learning

Economics #31 Questions

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Discussion: Immigration

You'll meet with Dr. Vargas on Zoom Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:55 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. See you then!

Day Two

Asynchronous Learning

Video: Immigration

Economics #32 Questions

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