In this module’s discussion, you must find a news article containing material that is relevant to microeconomics, clearly link your article to material from the textbook, then compose a thread discussing the topic per the instructions below. The article you choose along with the textbook must be referenced in current APA format. Acceptable research sources for your articles include newspapers, news web pages, and magazines. Sources such as Wikipedia, About.com, book reviews, and blogs are prohibited. You may complete the required research using the Jerry Falwell Library website or by searching the internet for news sources.
In the opening paragraph, provide a summary of the article.
In the second paragraph, explain an economic idea contained in the story. Specifically, refer to material from the textbook, including the page number, and note how the economic idea plays a prominent role in the story.
In the third paragraph, explain what you think about the events in the story. You do not have to agree with what is going on, but you do need to provide your reaction to it. This is your chance to express yourself: what are your opinions? Be sure to defend your position.
Finally, what do you think is a Christian response to this situation? Provide details to support your view (in other words, do not just say “Christians wouldn’t act the same way as economists”).
Be sure to title your thread according to your topic.
You are required to complete 3 Discussions throughout this course. For each you will find a
news article containing material that is relevant to microeconomics, clearly link your article to
material from the textbook, then compose a thread discussing the topic per the instructions
below, and reply to the threads of at least two classmates. The article you choose along with the
textbook must be referenced in current APA format. Replies do not require a source, but must
contain considered and thoughtful content. Acceptable research sources for your articles include
newspapers, news web pages, and magazines. Sources such as Wikipedia, About.com, book
reviews, and blogs are prohibited. You may complete the required research using the Jerry
Falwell Library website or by searching the internet for news sources. For additional assistance,
please visit the Online Students page.
In each thread and reply, you must demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the economic
theory and outside research for the topic at hand. You must also adhere to current APA format.
