Economics SL

The course will focus on transmitting the knowledge of the basic economic concepts and their existence and development in relation to other fields of study (history, geography, sociology, etc.). To foster the students’ understanding and analytical skills, theory will be combined with practice by guiding them in the identification and analysis of theory in real-life contexts with student-centered activities based on case studies or material taken from the news.

Internationalism will be promoted by comparing the application and effects of economic theories in different countries, thus helping students to become aware of the existence of the intertwined dynamics underlying global economy and of the importance of considering them from different standpoints and with an open and cooperative approach.

Assessment will take place at external and internal level as stated in the IBO Guide. Students will also be assessed throughout the school year at the end of each topic and practice activities will be closely monitored to check on the ability to identify and critically analyze economic data.