AP Economics
| Department | Social Studies |
|---|---|
| Length | Year |
| Teacher(s) | Mr. Lyons Ms. Linsdell |
AP Economics is a Social Studies course. It teaches the material for the AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics exams.
Course Catalog Description
The course will follow the syllabus approved by the College Board. The first semester's work will focus on microeconomics. The second semester will cover macroeconomics. Students are encouraged to take the AP examinations in micro and macroeconomics.
- Homework Expectation: Approximately 0-3 hours per week (with possibly more prior to the AP exams)
Textbook
Krugman's Economics from the AP Course, 4th edition
Should I take this course?
There are formulas to memorize for this course, though all of the math is at an Algebra-1 level.
Mr. Lyons is known for assigning no formal homework, though he tells students to read from the textbook and take practice tests to study for tests. Some class time is given for these activities.