Economics – 12/20/13

I.  Bellwork: Q&A

• Is Wal-Mart Good for America?  Pro/Con Article

1. List McAdam’s main arguments.
2. List Norman’s main arguments.
3. Who do you agree with and why?

II. Objective-

• Produce clear and coherent 6+1 essay based upon discussion of the article and construction of double bubble map in which demonstrates the criteria areas of  content and  organization.

• Analyze the changing relationship between the American economy and the global economy.

III.  Classwork Due Today:  6+1 Persuasive Writing

Create a double bubble map outlining both the positive and negative impact Wal-Mart has on the economy.                          3 summative

Topic:  Are businesses such as Wal-Mart, which encourage outsourcing, good for the Economy?

• Introduction
• Support
• Support
• Contra Argument – explain what others believe and refute their claims.
• Conclusion

                        Leave a blank line between paragraphs

Criteria: Ideas/Content (6), Organization (6), Word Choice   18 summative

Double Bubble Map     3 summative

Total      21 summative points

6 Point Content Area Writing Rubric

Economics F2013