Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2023 - ECON 220W D100

Communication in Economics (4)

Class Number: 2947

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 6 – Oct 6, 2023: Tue, Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

    Oct 11 – Dec 5, 2023: Tue, Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 16, 2023
    Sat, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    ECON 201 with a minimum grade of C-, minimum 30 units and no more than 80 units.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Examine and review today's global economy through critical analysis of differing perspectives. Develop techniques and strategies for clear and effective written and oral communication of economic ideas. Improve critical and analytical thinking via the application of core principles to news stories or other economic data in writing and presentations. Writing.

COURSE DETAILS:

Examine and review today's global economy through critical analysis of differing perspectives. Develop techniques and strategies for clear and effective written and oral communication of economic ideas. Improve critical and analytical thinking via the application of core principles to news stories or other economic data in writing and presentations.

This Course will have two sequential parts. The first six weeks of classes (part a) will be taught by Sepideh Fotovatian and will focus on mastering general reading comprehension and writing skills/strategies. The second half of the course (i.e., Week 7 to Week 13 or part b) will be taught by Prof. Allen and will focus on reading comprehension and writing skills within an economic context.  

Part A: Prof. Sepideh Fotovatian: sfotovat@sfu.ca;  Office: WMC3657

PART B: Prof. Doug Allen: allen@sfu.ca; Office WMC 2670

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Objectives:

  1. Improve reading comprehension and basic structural language skills
  2. Develop more advanced literacy skills in terms of logic, style, and rhetoric.
  3. Apply these skills in the context of economic applications.
  4. Understand issues related to appropriate referencing and matters of academic integrity.

Grading

  • Four assignments 40%
  • Engagement in weekly discussions 10%
  • Reading Quizzes 10%
  • Class participation 10%
  • Weekly writing assignments 10%
  • Final exam 20%

NOTES:

Part A (50% of the overall grade)

Four assignments
Engagement in weekly discussions

Part B (50% of the overall grade)
Reading Quizzes
Class participation
Weekly writing assignments
Final exam

REQUIREMENTS:

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

Please note that, as per Policy T20.01, the course requirements (and grading scheme) outlined here are subject to change up until the end of the first week of classes.

Final exam schedules will be released during the second month of classes. If your course has a final exam, please ensure that you are available during the entire final exam period until you receive confirmation of your exam dates. 

Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability must contact the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) at 778-782-3112 or caladmin@sfu.ca.

***NO TUTORIALS DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES***

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the semester are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.