ECN3011 Analysis 21st Cent Econ Issues & Trends

This class analyzes contemporary economic issues in the United States. Students will assess the effect of various economic issues and discuss contributing societal variables. Since international economics is an ever-changing topic, special attention to regular web-based economics news feeds will be used to maintain the currency of course material. Through in-class discussions and case studies, students will integrate economic theory and contemporary trends to hypothesize possible future outcomes. This course uses lectures, class discussions, videos, in-class web research, and class activities, including small-group work and student presentations. This course is open to Landmark students of all academic disciplines. Students must have completed three courses at the 2000 level with grades of C or higher, as prerequisites for this course. Credits: 3.000