Course Text: The Study of Economics: Principles, Concepts & Applications, by Turly Mings, The Dushkin Publishing Co., 6th edition

Course Objectives: The objective of this course is to provide students with a general background of economics. The course makes extensive use of interactive tools and multimedia such as online tests, quizzes, and articles.  In addition, Astound presentations containing video and sound step students though each chapter. On-line, students access sample article write-ups, their grades, the syllabus, and supplementary articles with questions and answers.  The course even allows students to chat with other students in an interactive chat room and participate in an on-line discussion group. Students will learn about economic methods, the economy's output, the consumer, and other related subjects.

Why Take This Course?: The flexibility of this course is particularly helpful for students who have schedule conflicts with other courses or job commitments (this course is offered completely on-line - you never have to go on campus to take this course). You access all the materials and take quizzes and tests on line at your convenience.  The course uses state-of-the-art technology that enhances the material.  The presentations and supplementary materials utilize audio, video, and a question and answer format that makes the course interactive and fun.

Who Should Take This Course?: Students that are self-motivated, have access to the internet, and prefer open book tests and quizzes.

Who Should Not Take This Course?: Students who need a regularly scheduled class times to motivate them to learn.  Students that have never used a computer and have never been on the internet. Students who would prefer more points allocated to exams and less to short quizzes and article assignments.

Availability: Only a limited number of students will be able to enroll in the course, so sign up as soon as possible. This course has closed every quarter it has been offered!

Register on Raider Express Telephone (419) 586-0324 or (937) 775-4400 (This course is offered from the Lake Campus, click on Lake Campus using ROX ).  For the Summer 2004 the section for EC200 is WC1 and the call number is 71293. This is a "C" session course.  For information: Raider Express

Links to an overview of  WebCT (which is where you can take your online tests, quizzes, and chat with the professor) can be found at: WebCT Information  

Samples: To see what the Astound Presentations are like, go to Sample Slideshow . I am still making changes to this show so keep in mind this is for demo purposes only. Please allow extra time for the slideshow media to load.