FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST COLLEGE

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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION, ARTS AND SCIENCES

A Course Module

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Economics with Taxation and Agrarian Reform

Prepared by:
ALVIN KRIS B. ALIC
Mid-year 2019
 PREFACE

This module is designed to serve as guide for college students and

instructors of Fellowship Baptist College towards comprehensive

understanding of Economics. As this is presented in modular structure, the

author expects that it will be used in an interesting and interactive manner.

Prevalent problems in teaching economics today were considered in

crafting this module. Thus, since the course is often taught in the late college

years, a pre-test on basic algebra, and politics and governance with

Philippine constitution have been included. This will aid the learners in

connecting math and social science concepts as pre-requisites in studying

economics.

At the end of this course, it is the hope of the author that students were

able to foster greater appreciation and understanding of Economics, and

eventually to take part in applying the course’s challenge to bring positive

change to the Philippine economy.

 COURSE SYLLABUS IN BASIC ECONOMICS WITH T.A.R.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course seeks to provide students with a thorough understanding of the
workings of the economy. It also aims to give an appreciation of basic economic
concepts that are covered in Microeconomics, and International Economics essential
to both business and non-business majors. Topics included, among others,
economic theories and principles, income distribution and poverty, and globalization
and international trade. As mandated by law, Cooperatives, Agrarian Refrom and
Taxation are also included.
REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:
 Basic Skills in Mathematics and Statistics esp. Graphical and Chart Analysis
 Fundamental Knowledge in Political Science
 Basic Concepts in Sociology/Sociological Perspectives
 Intermediate Skills in Oral and Written Communication

COURSE EXPECTATIONS:
At the end of the course, the student are expected to:
1. Apply the perspective and methodology of economics and their distinctive
contributions to the study of social phenomena and alleviation of the human
condition.
2. Identify and discuss economic indicators used in analyzing the performance
of economy, use these indicators to understand and appreciate Philippine
economy, its policies, and programs of the government.
3. Use graphs, charts and other economic analytical tool in written expositions
and reports.

COURSE OUTLINE:

UNIT 1
1. Course Introduction, Pre-requisite Test on Basic Skills in Political Science and
Math
2. Social Ideas and Principles in Economics
3. Market Analysis: Demand, Supply, and Price Determination
4. Macroeconomics
5. Money, Central Banking, and Monetary Policies
6. Globalization and International Trade
7. Trade Related Issues (GATT, WTO, UR)
8. Marketing

UNIT 2
9. Cooperatives and the Agrarian Economy
10. The Political, Legal, and Historical Foundations of Taxation
11. The Economics of Taxation and Public Finance
GRADING SYSTEM:
Major Exams - 40%
Quizzes - 25%
Oral Participation - 10%
Course Requirement - 20%
ORLE - 5%

TEACHING AND CLASSROOM PARAMETERS:

 The class shall treat the course as a living body of knowledge, such that, it is
open for questions and criticism.
 Consistent with our advocacy of democracy, the class shall also adopt a
“democratic” approach to learning through the use of small group and plenary
discussions.
 At the outset, the class will be divided into permanent discussion groups.
Each discussion group is responsible for “nursing” the topic/s assigned to /
chosen by them.
 Oral and written, individual and group exercises shall be employed as tools of
assessment. There will be a practical application and/or oral recitation each
meeting to ensure course competencies.
 Each meeting, the class shall commence with a brief oral presentation on the
assigned special topics.
 The class shall promote problem-posing and problem-solving approaches to
learning.
 Independent research/study for groups and individuals is highly encouraged.
 UNIT 1
THE CENTRAL
CONCEPTS OF
ECONOMICS
Unit Outcomes:

a. Exhibit mastery in the Social Ideas and Principles in Economics

b. Conduct Market Analysis on Demand, Supply, and Price Determination

c. Express higher understanding macroeconomics

d. Construct new ideas on Money, Central Banking, and Monetary Policies

based on existing economic principles

e. Establish connections between Globalization and International Trade

f. Give insights on prevalent Trade Related Issues (GATT, WTO, UR)

g. Create a simple Marketing Plan

 UNIT 2
AGRARIAN
REFORM,
TAXATION, AND
COOPERATIVES
Unit Outcomes:

1. Master basic functions and concepts of Cooperatives and the Agrarian Economy

2. Discuss the Political, Legal, and Historical Foundations of Taxation

3. Elucidate the economics of Taxation and Public Finance