ECO-100-N1 Survey Economics

Online Course: Spring 2013

Dear Student:

Welcome to St. Charles Community College and to the online course, "Survey Economics." This course presents a concise introduction to economic concepts, terminology, issues and analysis. Our immediate aim in this course focuses upon building a framework of economic literacy. Ultimately, the course seeks to equip you to engage in a rational analysis of and participation in the major economic issues confronting you and the nation. From a more personal rationale, the course attempts to sharpen your decision making through an economic view of choice.

Distance learning is a wise alternative providing many advantages for learners, but online courses also require a certain amount of self-discipline to successfully complete the requirements. Attributes for successful distance learning include good organization and time management skills, the ability to comfortably use computers and access the Internet, and the ability to comprehend and conform to written instructions. Your worst enemy will be procrastination.

We will discuss many of these topics, including computer usage, at the orientation session. Attendance at the orientation session is mandatory. The meetings are scheduled for:

Orientations (choose one to attend):

• 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16 in TECH 101
• 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17 in TECH 101

Midterms (choose one to attend):

• 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 13 in SSB 1207
• 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 14 in SSB 1207

Finals (choose one to attend):

• 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 in SSB 1207
• 7 p.m. Thursday, May 16 in SSB 1207

You may order the textbook for class from the bookstore in person, by telephone or online at www.stchas.edu/bookstore.

Please click on the link below and take the quiz to learn how well you are suited for online education.

http://stchas.smartermeasure.com

Moodle courses will be available to students by the start of the semester.

William Heisse
Adjunct instructor-Economics
w.e.heisse@att.net
314-921-8228