ECON 2610 - Principles 1: Microeconomics
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 03, CRN 40372,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Sarah Jenyk
Email: sejenyk@ysu.edu
Course Description
2610. Principles 1: Microeconomics. Introduction to the theory of markets, including the behavior of consumers and the conduct of private and public business enterprise. Effects of monopoly and competition on private and social welfare. The role of government in promoting the economic welfare of consumers, workers, and minorities. 3 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optional | Microeconomics: Principles for a Changing World, 6th ed. | Eric Chiang |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Chapter 1 | Introduction to Economics | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 1 Discussion, Chapter 1 News Article Questions, Chapter 1 Interactive Lesson |
| 8/31 | Chapter 2 | Production, Economic Growth, & Trade | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 2 Discussion, Chapter 2 News Article Questions, Chapter 2 Interactive Lesson, Quiz |
| 9/7 | Chapter 3 | Supply and Demand | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 3 Video Case Questions, Chapter 3 Interactive Lesson |
| 9/14 | Chapter 3 | Supply and Demand | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 3 Discussion, Quiz, Chapter 3 Interactive Lesson Part 2 |
| 9/21 | Chapter 4 | Markets and Government | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 4 Discussion, Chapter 4 Video Questions, Chapter 4 Interactive Lesson, Exam |
| 9/28 | Chapter 5 | Elasticity | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 5 Discussion, Chapter 5 Assignment, Chapter 5 Interactive Lesson, Quiz |
| 10/5 | Chapter 6 | Consumer Choice and Utility | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 6 Discussion, Chapter 6 Interactive Lesson, Exam |
| 10/12 | Chapter 7 | Costs of Production | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 7 Discussion, Chapter 7 Assignment, Chapter 7 Interactive Lesson |
| 10/19 | Chapter 8 | Perfect Competition | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 8 Discussion, Chapter 8 Interactive Lesson, Quiz |
| 10/26 | Chapter 9 | Monopoly | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 9 Discussion, Chapter 9 Assignment, Chapter 9 Interactive Lesson |
| 11/2 | Chapter 10 | Monopolistic Competition, Oligopoly, and Game Theory | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 10 Discussion, Chapter 10 Assignment, Chapter 10 Interactive Lesson, Quiz |
| 11/9 | Chapter 11 | The Labor Market | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 11 Discussion, Chapter 11 Assignment, Chapter 11 Interactive Lesson, Exam |
| 11/16 | Chapter 12 | Land, Capital Markets, and Innovation | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 12 Discussion, Chapter 12 Interactive Lesson |
| 11/23 | Thanksgiving Break | ||
| 11/30 | Chapter 15 | Income Inequality and Poverty | Due Sunday before midnight: Chapter 15 Discussion, Chapter 15 Assignment, Chapter 15 Interactive Lesson |
| 12/7 | Comprehensive Final Exam Due Before Midnight on Thursday. |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.