Economics for Educators (ECON 501):

Learn how economics impacts and gives insights into current events. Explore the workings of the market, government economic policies, and global trade from the comfort of your home. This class is required for those teachers wishing to earn the Certificate in Economic Education (either elementary or secondary). The Certificate is a joint project of CCEE and the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs and is a springboard to professional advancement and classroom excellence. The course is designed to be K-12 “teacher friendly.” Teachers read assignments during the week and take a quiz each weekend. The format allows for ample opportunity to ask questions of the professor and fellow teachers.
 

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED - please call to check on availability
Mail/fax registration form or register by phone at 303-752-2323

• Date: July 5 - August 13, 2010 (register by: June 27)

• Location: Online Class

• Class Fee: $125 (payable to CCEE with registration)

• Optional Credit Fee: 3 CU ECON grad. sem. credit hours, $165 (payable to CU online)

• Faculty: Professor Jay Kaplan, CU at Boulder

• Includes: CEE's Virtual Economics CD, version 3

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Teachers can earn a certificate in Secondary or Elementary Economic Education through a 12 credit-hour program offered by CCEE and CU at Colorado Springs. Program includes Economics for Educators (3 credits), Methods for Teaching Economics (3 credits), and 6 credits of elective economics classes. Classes marked with the diploma icon have been pre-approved for the certificate.