Foundations of Economics 5th Edition Andrew Gillespie

Foundations of Economics 5e Andrew Gillespie

1. ISBN-10

   0198806523
2. ISBN-13

   978-0198806523
3. Andrew Gillespie’s Essential Principles of Economics serves as an appropriate initiation into all the fundamental economic principles that students need to grasp.

   The textbook offers a blend of lucid explanations and unparalleled learning support, which positions it as the most accessible textbook available for guiding students from a non-economic background to a solid foundation in the core economic principles.

   ‘Contextual Economics’ boxes delve into the application of economic theory in real-world scenarios, while case studies on current events reinforce the significance of these fundamental economic ideas in everyday life.

   Special emphasis is placed on catering to a diverse range of students. Numerical examples vividly demonstrate the application of economic theory and are elucidated step by step to ensure that every student comprehends the material, with the ‘explore further’ feature extending students’ understanding once they have mastered the essentials.

   Additional elements such as the ‘discuss’ boxes and ‘data analysis’ sections have been thoughtfully designed to nurture the critical thinking and data-handling skills that employers seek.

   The online resources that accompany the textbook include a plethora of free-to-access materials, supplemented by Dashboard, an online learning and assessment platform.

   The online student resources encompass:
   – Multiple-choice questions
   – Advanced content
   – Author’s blog
   – Flashcard glossaries
   – Answers to questions in the book
   – Visual walkthroughs of complex concepts in the book
   – Additional ‘recommendation for government’ queries to consolidate thoughts on government policies and crucial economic topics
   – Extra chapter on Business Strategy for students seeking insights into broader business issues like PESTEL and SWOT analysis
   – Web links

   Instructors adopting the book can register to gain access to the following resources:
   – Dynamic PowerPoint slides
   – Instructor’s manual
   – Test bank
   – Guide to the ‘recommendation for government’ questions

   Dashboard, the online learning and assessment platform, comes equipped with all the resources mentioned above, along with additional questions for assessments. The Gradebook function on Dashboard automatically grades student quiz responses, while a digital heat map offers a quick overview of student progress and promptly identifies areas where students may require more practice or assistance.