BOOK: Gwartney, J. D., Stroup, R. L., Sobel, R. S., & Macpherson, D. A. (2013). Economics: Private and public choice (14th ed.). Independence, KY: Cengage Learning. Bundle* ISBN: 1133808654.
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DB 2: Topic: The economics of price controls / from chapter 4-6
• In the first paragraph, discuss the relevant economic theory of your topic (your textbook is a good source for this paragraph).
• In the second, you must include outside research to corroborate your thread
• In the third, cite and discuss a real-world example of your topic.
• In the fourth, integrate biblical insights into your Discussion Board posts.
• Title your thread according to your topic.
• Must contain at least 4 paragraphs, including a minimum of 300 words.
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DB3: Topic: Elasticity of demand / from chapter 20-22:
• In the first paragraph, discuss the relevant economic theory of your topic (your textbook is a good source for this paragraph).
• In the second, you must include outside research to corroborate your thread
• In the third, cite and discuss a real-world example of your topic.
• In the fourth, integrate biblical insights into your Discussion Board posts.
• Title your thread according to your topic
• Must contain at least 4 paragraphs, including a minimum of 300 words.
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DB 4: Topic: Business failures / from chapter 18, 23–24
• In the first paragraph, discuss the relevant economic theory of your topic (your textbook is a good source for this paragraph).
• In the second, you must include outside research to corroborate your thread
• In the third, cite and discuss a real-world example of your topic.
• In the fourth, integrate biblical insights into your Discussion Board posts.
• Title your thread according to your topic.
• Must contain at least 4 paragraphs, including a minimum of 300 words.
DISCUSSION BOARD GRADING RUBRIC
STUDENT:
Criterion Point Value Points Possible Points Earned &
Instructor Comments
Thread
All key components of the Discussion Board question are answered in a new thread 10 40
Clear, logical flow to post 5
Major points are stated clearly 5
Major points are supported by the following:
• Textbook, articles, or the Bible
• Good examples (pertinent, conceptual, or personal examples are acceptable),
• Thoughtful analysis (considering assumptions, analyzing implications, comparing/contrasting concepts) 10
Spelling & grammar 5
Sufficient word count (minimum 300 words) 5