Summary
What are the intersections between the economy and society? How is our daily life as citizens and consumers affected by economic ideas and policies? How do citizens, businesses and governments use their economic power to shape society? What ethical considerations should be taken into account in economic decision-making, and how can economics contribute to social justice? In this class, we will explore economic concepts and theories through the lens of social life. Rather than learning about the economy through abstract ideas, we will examine specific examples of how and why people enact economic policies, and how people at all levels of society experience the effects of those policies. We will use case studies and current event topics to guide our study of how various groups of people employ and experience economics in their daily lives.
Student profile
All ALP students should bring a personal laptop or tablet for use in class and during evening sessions.
Important dates
Application deadlines
Application opens: Nov. 28, 2023
Deadline: Apply by May 1, 2024
Tuition deadlines
The first half of tuition is due by May 15, 2024. The second half of tuition is due by June 1, 2024.
Upcoming dates
(FULL) Economics and Society
Course #: 5007-C-PREC-5007-25-PREC
For registration assistance: 608-890-3260
precollege.wisc.edu/5007-C-PREC
Schedule
Jun 30–Jul 20, 2024
Register through: May 01, 2024
All times shown in central time.
Program
Cancellation Policy
Badger Precollege reserves the right to cancel classes when necessary, including those for which enrollment numbers are not sufficient, or those for which a highly qualified instructor is unavailable. In the case of course cancellations, we will be happy to help you choose an alternative course. If no acceptable alternative is available, we will refund any tuition paid, minus any non-refundable application fees or deposits.