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JC1 H1/H2 ECONOMICS

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Outline

• Overview of Syllabus and Assessment Format• SAJC Instructional Programme• (Resources and Learning Support)• SAJC Internal Assessment• How to support your child’s learning

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Subject Overview of Topics Assessment Format

H1 Economics

(8823)

JC11.1 Scarcity as the Central Economic Problem2.1 Price Mechanism and its Applications2.2 Market Failure

JC23.1 Introduction to Macroeconomics3.2 Standard of Living

H2 Economics

(9757)

JC11.1 Scarcity as the Central Economic Problem2.1 Price Mechanism and its Application2.2 Firms and Decisions2.3 Market Failure

JC23.1 Introduction to Macroeconomics3.2 Macroeconomic Aims and Policies3.3 Globalisation and the International Economy

1 paperDuration: 3 hours

2 x Case Study Question

(45m each)

2 papersDuration:

2 x 2 hours 15 min

Paper 1 (2 hr 15 min)2 x Case Study

Question (30m each)

40%Paper 2 (2 hr 15 min)

3 x Essay Question(25m each)

60%

The coverage of H2 Economics is wider than H1 Economics but the intellectual difficulty and rigour, in terms of writing and thinking skills are comparable.

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1. an understanding of fundamental economic concepts, principles, theories, and of the tools and methods of analysis used by an economist;

2. the ability to use the tools and methods of economic reasoningto explain and analyse economic issues, and evaluate perspectives and decisions of economic agents;

3. the habit of reading critically, from a variety of sources, to gain information about the changing economic activities and policies at the national and international levels;

4. the ability to use evidence in making well-reasoned economicarguments to arrive at rational and considered decisions.

Require skills of explanation, analysis, evaluation

The syllabus aims to develop in candidates:

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Examples of Case Study Questions (H1/H2)

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Examples of Essay Questions (H2)

2015 A LevelRecent years have seen a dramatic rise in the output of computer-based products such as smartphones, laptops and tablets. Discussthe demand and supply factors that determine the output ofcomputer-based products and evaluate which is the mostimportant factor.

2016 A LevelAssess the likely impact of the budget surplus on the Singaporeeconomy, both domestically and internationally.

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SAJC Economics Instructional Programme

• Lecture-Tutorial System• H2: 2 x 1h lecture, 2 x 1 h tutorial• H1: 1 x 1h lecture, 1 x 1h tutorial

Resources and Learning Support • Lecture Notes – detailed notes, aligned closely with syllabus, with current examples provided for all

topics• Tutorial Worksheets – guided questions to reinforce concepts and to facilitate the development of

essay and case study skills are discussed in tutorials• Skills Packages – additional resources to help answer A level questions• Authentic Learning activities – regularly updated blog on SLS, readings, videos and other resources

available to help students appreciate the application of economics in our everyday lives• Self-directed learning - Revision Packages (with past year question papers and suggested answers)

and resources on SLS will be provided at the end of Term 2; All lectures and answers to tutorial questions are also uploaded on SLS for students who may have missed lessons

• Tutor Consultations - Students may arrange to meet tutors for additional sessions to clarify doubts

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Economics Comes Alive!

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SLS Resources- Online lessons with videos, notes, case studies

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SLS Resources – Online Assessment with Feedback

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SAJC Economics Instructional Programme

• Enrichment Activities• Competitions• Seminars• Learning Journeys• Guest Speakers

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Assessment PlanAssessment Schedule for H1 Econs

Term Assessment Format %1 - - -2 Week 3 – MSA CSQ (20m) 5

Week 8 – CA 1 CSQ (20m) 2.5June Holiday Assignment – CA 2 - 5

3 Week 1: CT 1 CSQ (30m) 20

Week 8: CA 3 CSQ (20m) 2.54 Week 3: FE CSQ (45m) 65

Schedule for H2 Econs

Term Assessment Format %

1 - - -

2 Week 3 – MSA CSQ (20m) 5

Week 8 – CA 1 EQ (10m) 2.5

June Holiday Assignment – CA 2 - 53 Week 1: CT 1 CSQ (30m) + 1 EQ (25m) 20

Week 8: CA 3 CSQ (20m) 2.5

4 Week 3: FE 1 CSQ (30m) + 2 EQ (25m each) 65

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Assessment (H1)Assessment MSA CA1 CA2

Holiday Assignment

CT CA3 FE Dec Holiday Homework

Time Period T2W3 End of Term 2

(E.g. Week 7/8)

June Holidays Term 3 Week 1 Mid Term 3 Term 4 Week 4 End of Term 4

Topics Central Economics Problem

Demand, Supply

Demand, Supply, Elasticities of Demand and Supply

All topics covered up till the holidays

Central Economics Problem

Demand, Supply

Elasticities of Demand and Supply

Market Failure Central Economics Problem

Demand, Supply


Market Failure

Preview of Macroecons(JC2 topics)

Reflection on FE to identify AFI; Review of selected JC1 topics (based on reflections)

Format 0.5 Case Study Question

0.5 Case Study Question

SAJC Young Economist (4%)

And 2 case studies on SLS (1%)



1 Case Study Question

SLS Lessons

Total Marks 20 20 - 30 20 45 -% of Promo Exam*

5 2.5 5 20 2.5 65 -

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Assessment (H2)Assessment MSA Class

AssignmentCA1 CA2

Holiday Assignment

CT CA3 FE Dec Holiday Homework

Time Period T2W3 T2W4 End of Term 2

(E.g. Week 7/8)

June Holidays Term 3 Week 1 Mid Term 3 Term 4 Week 4 End of Term 4

Topics Central Economics Problem

Demand, Supply


Demand, Supply, Elasticities

Market Failure Part 1

All topics covered up till the holidays


Demand, Supply



Firms and decisions


Demand, Supply



Firms and decisions


Preview of Market Failure Part 2 and Macroecons (JC2 topics)

Reflection on FE to identify AFI; Review of selected JC1 topics (based on reflections)

Format 0.5 Case Study Question

1 Essay (a) Question with Rubrics

(a) of Essay Question

SAJC Young Economist (4%)

And 2 case studies on SLS (1%)


1 Essay Question

Case Study Question


2 Essay Questions (out of 3)

SLS Lessons

Total Marks 20 - 10 - 30+ 25 = 55 20 30+25+25 = 80 -% of Promo Exam

5 - 2.5 5 20 2.5 65 -

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How can you support your child’s learning?

Encourage your child to:

• Be Prepared Read lecture notes BEFORE lectureAttempt tutorial questions before classRead widely to be able to cite relevant real-word examples

• Be Participative Pay attention by being an active listener (e.g. take down notes, highlight important points)Participate in class discussions, ask questions, share views

• Practise and PractiseAttempt additional questions in tutorial worksheets (answers provided on SLS)Try out quizzes and case studies on SLSPractise writing out full answers under timed conditions

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Contact Us

For further enquiries, please contact:Ms Shawna Lim (HOD/Economics)([email protected])

Ms Lynette Poh (LH/Economics – JC1)([email protected])

Mr Melvin Lim (LH/Economics – JC2)([email protected])

mailto:([email protected])



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