[UFMS Digital] Apresentação da Disciplina Fundamentos da Economia

Summary

In this video, Professor Arthur Sanches introduces the Fundamentals of Economics course, designed to provide a foundational understanding of economic principles. The course covers four modules: Economic Science and Capitalism, The Market and the Evolution of Capitalism, The Theory of Value, and The Contemporary World Economy. Students will engage with readings, video classes, discussions, and assessments as they progress through the learning path. Professor Sanches highlights the importance of studying economics to understand real-world issues such as supply, demand, pricing, employment, and currency fluctuations, offering students a clear and structured approach to grasp these essential concepts.

Takeaways

• 😀 The subject 'Fundamentals of Economics' has a total workload of 68 hours.
• 😀 The learning objective is to understand the conceptual foundations of Economic Science and its application to economic production.
• 😀 The course is divided into four modules: Economic Science and Capitalism, The Market and Evolution of Capitalism, The Theory of Value and Economic Thought, and The Contemporary World Economy.
• 😀 To follow the course, students must complete various activities, including watching video classes, reading required materials, and engaging in discussions.
• 😀 Each module has a specific learning path with activities and resources released based on progress.
• 😀 The course is structured to allow students to organize their learning time according to a set schedule.
• 😀 Professor Arthur Sanches, an expert in environmental management and sustainability, designed the course materials and activities.
• 😀 The course focuses on fundamental economic concepts such as supply, demand, and production.
• 😀 Understanding the fundamentals of economics helps students comprehend the broader economic landscape, including market behavior and price fluctuations.
• 😀 The course also covers macroeconomic topics like employment, unemployment, taxes, and currency price fluctuations, impacting the overall economy.

Q & A

What is the learning objective of the 'Fundamentals of Economics' subject?

The learning objective is for students to understand the conceptual bases of Economic Science, with an initial understanding of economic production fundamentals.

How is the program content structured?

The program content is organized into four modules: Module 1 - Economic Science and Capitalism: Conceptions and Production; Module 2 - Economic Science and Capitalism: The Market and the Evolution of Capitalism; Module 3 - The Theory of Value and the Formation of Economic Thought; and Module 4 - The Contemporary World Economy: Structure, Current Situation, and Trends.

What are the steps students need to follow in each module?

Students must access the schedule and required readings, watch the module's video classes, explore content curation, participate in the Discussion Forum, complete the presence check-out activity, and complete the module assessment.

What is the role of the AVA in the course?

The AVA (Virtual Learning Environment) organizes learning paths and releases activities and resources in each module as students meet the requirements, allowing them to manage their learning time according to the established schedule.

Who prepared the teaching materials and activities for this course?

The teaching materials and activities were prepared by Professor Arthur Sanches, an expert in the field with a degree, master's, and doctorate in administration from UFMS.

What is Professor Arthur Sanches' expertise?

Professor Arthur Sanches has expertise in environmental management, sustainability, and the measurement of indicators widely used in economics.

What is the importance of studying the fundamentals of economics?

Studying the fundamentals of economics provides an initial understanding of how the economy works, including supply and demand, price composition, and the impact of macroeconomic factors like employment, unemployment, and currency fluctuations.

How does the course help students understand the economy in real life?

The course helps students understand real-life issues such as market dynamics, price fluctuations, and broader economic concepts like tax policies and currency values, impacting everyday situations like supermarket prices.

What are some key topics covered in the course related to the macroeconomy?

Key topics related to the macroeconomy include employment, unemployment, taxation, and price fluctuation of currency.

How can students reach out for help during the course?

Students can contact the tutor for help by using the service channels integrated into the AVA platform to clear up any doubts or exchange ideas about the course content.