Hello everyone, and welcome to A.P. Economics for the year 2011-2012. I hope that you will find the class both enjoyable and interesting...that's the goal, anyway.
Indeed, you are taking economics in one of the most exciting periods in economic history, and I would argue that the great ideological debate of your time is going to center on economic issues. You have done wisely to choose to educate yourself on these matters. Kudos to you. The blog is intended to be a kind of forum where you can bounce ideas off each other outside of class, and actually apply some of this economics stuff to more "practical" areas. After all, the last thing I want you to think is that economics is some sort of abstract field that has no relevance to the outside world.
You do not have to create a Google Account to make postings, although if you have one feel free to use it. All you have to do is click on the blog post itself. Then, click on "Comment." You will be given a box to type your comments. Where it says "Choose an Identity" select "Name/URL" and type at least your first name and last initial, or your first initial and last name. Then, publish your comment.
I have to approve all comments, so don't expect to see yours pop up instantly.
Your first blog post is simple. Please post what you did over the summer, and two of the following: your favorite movie, book, band, or television show. This assignment is due by midnight on Sunday, September 4th.
