Daniel Rundberg » AP Macroeconomics

AP Macroeconomics

 
Course Description
  • Macroeconomics is the study of large-scale economies, usually at the national level or international level.
  • In AP Macro, we'll be learning the basics of how a national economy works.
        • Inflation, Unemployment, GDP / Output, interest paid and received are all big themes in the course.
  • We'll also cover a lot of really important topics that form what I have called "Adulting 101"
        • such as avoiding inflation, understanding the Federal Reserve's actions and what they do in the economy, and much more!
 
Class Policies and Procedures
    • No Late Work Accepted
      • this is a college expectation, and this is a fast-paced course that quickly builds on each day's lesson
    • Missed Assignments due to an absence are to be made up by 5 days after they were due. (RCS Policy)
        • You must speak to Mr. Rundberg when you return to school, and we'll come up with a plan (especially with a missed test)
    • Per RCS policy, phones are not to be used from 7:45am to 3pm so no phones may be used during school
    • Using other technology, such as laptops, is a privilege that should be used appropriately
      • if students cannot do that, they will no longer have this privilege in my class
 
Where can I find...?
    • Homework for this Class
      • the AP Macro Assignment Page link to the left lists all assignments, assessments, and due dates 
        • (add it to your favorites or task bar for easy access)
      • You Class Teams Page or AP Classroom
        • depending on the assignment I may have to use different platforms
        • check the Assignment Calendar if ever in doubt
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    • Extra Resources or Extra Help in the class?
      • Review the slides from class, which can be found in your class Teams page
        • under "Classwork" on the Left-hand side
      • Come talk to Mr. Rundberg - I'm happy to help!
      • See Mr. Rundberg for extra resources - He has some that are preferred or especially good
        • don't simply Google Macroeconomics help
 
No Shame!  -   Macro can be a difficult class due since much of this material is brand new for high school students.
  • If you find yourself needing extra help, you should come see Mr. Rundberg for extra resources and extra help!
 
Course Goals
  • The goal of the course is to foster understanding about the economy as a whole in students.
  • I like to say that this is a part of the "Adulting 101" curriculum given how much of this material applies directly to students' current and future experience in the economy.
  • Prepare students to earn a strong score on the AP Macroeconomics Exam in the Spring
  • Fulfill the Central Magnet and State of Tennessee graduation requirements for High School Students