The Maryland Economics Challenge 2008 is an opportunity for high school students to demonstrate their economics knowledge in a fun, competitive environment!
How is the challenge set up?
Teams of up to four students compete in one of the two divisions on topics from microeconomics, macroeconomics, international economics, and current events.
The Adam Smith Division
For students in a two-semester, AP, honors or IB course, a greater emphasis is placed on the theoretical aspects of economics.
The David Ricardo Division
For students in a one-semester economics, consumer economics or personal finance economics course, a greater emphasis is placed on real life economics application.
Qualifying Round Online! During the week of March 12-19, 2008, students will enter the econ challenge portal and take a 30 question online test that covers micro, macro and international economics. After the qualification round, the top five teams in each division will be invited to Towson University to compete on April 10, 2008.
What are the rounds of competition?
- Round 1– Microeconomics *
- Round 2– Macroeconomics *
- Round 3– International Economics and Current Events *
- Round 4– Quiz Bowl (top two teams in each division face-off in a fast-answer buzzer round)
*Rounds 1, 2, and 3 consist of individual 15 -question multiple choice tests
Reap the Rewards!
Students
- The Challenge helps students gain a better understanding and appreciation for economics and the part it plays in our world.
- Students learn to compete in a fun, challenging way.
- $250 Savings Bond for each member of the 1st Place team in each division.
- Participants can interact with fellow economics students, receive lunch, and a T-Shirt.
- Teams have the opportunity to advance to regional and national competitions.
Teachers/Coaches
- The Challenge boosts students’ team building skills and competitive drive.
- Teachers are able to network with fellow economics teachers during the event.
- Winning schools will be awarded trophies.
- $25 Gift Card (To be awarded to all teachers after successful completion of the on-line component of the competition.)
