Economics 5540 Economics for Teachers


This class is now available as a distance learning class through the SUU School of Continuing and Professional Studies.   This class covers the 20 principles of economics from the National Council on Economic Education.  This class is 2 semester hours of credit.  Economic standards and objectives have been developed for each grade K-12 by USOE. This class will equip K-12 teachers with the knowledge and materials to meet their grade core economic requirements. Teaches will understand the basic principles of economics, the requirements for economics at grade level, and knowledge of teaching grade level concepts. Instructor: Joe Baker

·       Limited number of full tuition scholarships are available on a first-come, first serve basis

·       No prerequisites or prior knowledge of economics required

·       No textbook purchases…all materials are provided on-line

·       Class can be completed at home at your own pace

·       Lesson plan book provided free at completion of course

·       Suitable for all teachers grades K-12 regardless of subjects taught 

To enroll, contact the SUU registrar (435 586-7715).