Principles of Economics

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Principles of Economics covers the scope and sequence for a two-semester principles of economics course. The text also includes many current examples, including; discussions on the great recession, the controversy among economists over the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), the recent government shutdown, and the appointment of the United States first female Federal Reserve chair, Janet Yellen.

The pedagogical choices, chapter arrangements, and learning objective fulfillment were developed and vetted with feedback from educators dedicated to the project. The outcome is a balanced approach to micro and macro economics, to both Keynesian and classical views, and to the theory and application of economics concepts. Current events are treated in a politically-balanced way, as well.

Note: Principles of Economics PDF and web view versions have been updated to include current FRED (Federal Reserve Economic) data.

Senior Contributing Author:
Timothy Taylor, Macalester College

Senior Content Expert:
Steven A. Greenlaw, University of Mary Washington

Senior Contributors:
Eric Dodge, Hanover College
Cynthia Gamez, University of Texas at El Paso; El Paso Community College
Andres Jauregui, Columbus State University
Diane Keenan, Cerritos College
Dan MacDonald, California State University San Bernardino
Amyaz Moledina, The College of Wooster
Craig Richardson, Winston-Salem State University
David Shapiro, Pennsylvania State University
Ralph Sonenshine, American University