Sunday, January 27, 2008

Tax Rebates by May


Tax rebates of up to $600 per person could be in our hands by early May. Is this a good idea? Can you think of any drawbacks? Could it just be an election year ploy?

Cash for Grades


The New York school system is considering a plan for rewarding student performance with cash. Do you think this is a good idea?

Monday, January 21, 2008

What does Economics mean to you?


As we embark on this new semester of Economic study, I am curious to know what Economics means to you and what role it plays in your life. Leave your comments.
Mr. Pye

Thursday, January 17, 2008

Week 1 Assignment

Go to Reffonomics website. Click on Lesson Plans link. Under basic concepts lessons, click on "Introduction to Economics." Review lessons 1 and 2. "What is Economics?" and "Opportunity Cost vs. Tradeoffs." Click on Multiple Choice quiz link and take 10 question MC quiz. Print off your score. Bring to class on Friday January 25, 2008.