What This Document Is
This is a course syllabus for Economics 203: Principles of Macroeconomics at Western Kentucky University, specifically for the Spring 2010 semester. It serves as the official guide outlining the expectations, policies, and structure of the course. It details essential information for students enrolling in or considering enrolling in this introductory-level macroeconomics class.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is crucial for prospective students to understand the course workload, grading criteria, and instructor expectations *before* committing to the class. Current students will benefit from regularly referencing it throughout the semester to stay informed about important dates, policies regarding assignments and exams, and the overall learning objectives. It’s particularly helpful during course registration and the initial weeks of the semester to ensure a clear understanding of the course requirements.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This syllabus provides a framework for the course but does not contain the actual course *content* itself. It won’t teach you macroeconomic principles, provide solutions to problems, or offer detailed explanations of economic theories. It also reflects policies specific to a past semester and may not be fully representative of future offerings of the course. Specific dates and details are subject to change at the instructor’s discretion.
What This Document Provides
* Instructor contact information and office hours.
* A broad overview of the core macroeconomic topics to be covered.
* A breakdown of the grading components and their respective weightings.
* Policies regarding quizzes, exams, and late assignments.
* Information about required course materials, including textbook options.
* A list of circumstances considered for excused absences.
* A schedule of planned quiz dates.
* An outline of the skills and concepts students are expected to grasp.
