I.  Bellwork: Why the Fed Worries Inflation Is Too Low Q&A A.  Based upon the article:  Summarize what the Fed is planning to do. Explain the methods they will employ. Explain the reason the Fed believes this action is necessary. What did you learn about inflation from this article? II. Objective Analyze the circumstances behind […]

I  .Bellwork: Q&A What is the topic of the graph? What do the x-axis and y-axis represent? What are some observations you can make based on the graph? What do you believe may happen in 2015? Explain. II.  Objective: Identify how inflation is measured, the causes of inflation, and its impact on the economy. Differentiate between […]

I.  Bellwork :  Q&A What is the topic of the graph? What do the x-axis and y-axis represent? What are some observations you can make based on the graph? What do you foresee happening about 5 years from now? II.  Objective: Explore the benefits and disadvantages associated with production (GDP) and consumption in a a market/capitalistic […]

I.  Bellwork:  Business Week News Clip Page 346  Q&A Summarize the article. ( 3-4 sentences) What words or phrases identify the author’s point of view? Do you believe income inequality is a problem in our society?  Explain why or why not. II.  Objective Analyze the stages in the business cycle, their impact on the economy, […]

I.  Bellwork: Claim statement – Do you believe GDP is a useful measure of the economy? Provide evidence which supports your stance.       3-4 sentences II.  Objective: Examine factors that contribute to income inequality and programs that have been implemented to reduce poverty. Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse […]

I. Bellwork: Q&A Identify each as being included or not included in the GDP of the United States. 1. A car built in Michigan and shipped to Brazil 2. A car made by Ford in Mexico 3. TV made in China 4. Buying lunch at Fordson 5. A Toyota made in Tennessee 6. A partially […]

I.  Bellwork: Describe at least two ways you can determine if the economy is doing well or not. II.  Objective Discuss and explain why and how economic growth is measured using GDP Construct a thinking map and a foldable describing and providing examples of the components of GDP. Determine the meaning of words and phrases […]

  I.  Bellwork:   My Learning Goals – Reflect and Update for 3rd Marking Period Turn in the paper II.   Objective: Integrate information from diverse sources, both primary and secondary, into a coherent understanding of an idea or event, noting discrepancies among sources. Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly and thoroughly, supplying relevant support evidence for each […]

I.    Bellwork: Q&A MLA Heading on separate sheet of paper. Heading: Chapters 9 & 10 Test II.  Objectives Demonstrate and apply an understanding of the various aspects of fiscal policy (spending and taxation) and its impact on society. Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different formats in order to address a […]

I.  Bellwork: Q&A A.  Construct a formula which demonstrates what needs to happen to cause each of the following: Surplus Deficit Balanced Budget B.  Explain the difference between the deficit and the debt. II.  Objective: Examine the issues surrounding taxation, spending, and the budget crisis. Evaluate various explanations for actions or events and determine which […]