The essay is to be written on a topic of your choosing, based on a current event, and incorporating
concepts explored in Chapters 11, 12, 13 or 15 of the textbook. The essay should identify the issue,
implications, and importance to society, a particular industry, or the economy. The essay should include
three sources: at least two current event source articles on the same topic and the textbook. Your essay
should answer the following questions:
1) What is the topic being discussed and its relation to microeconomics?
2) Why does this topic interest you?
3) What is the importance of this topic to society?
4) How have you or someone you know been personally impacted by the subject matter?
5) What are your future expectations regarding the subject matter?
The concepts that can be discussed are as follows:
Chapter 11: The Labor Market
Labor Supply
Factors that Change Labor Supply
Factors that Change Labor Demand
Economic Discrimination
Chapter 12: Land, Capital Markets and Innovation
Land Use
Industrial Agglomeration
Physical Capital
Stocks, Bonds and Venture Capital
Human Capital and Education
Innovation
Chapter 13: Externalities and Public Goods
Positive and Negative Externalities
Public Goods
Environmental Policy
Climate Change and Sustainable Development
Chapter 15: Income Inequality and Poverty
Income Distribution/Redistribution
Income Inequality
Poverty
Ensure that works used are properly cited. The paper should be Chicago Style, at least 2 double spaced
pages in length, typed in 12-point Times New Roman font, with 1” margins all around. Page 1 begins
with your introductory paragraph. Your cover page does not count as page 1. Bibliography does not
count as a page.
Cover page should be formatted following the example below.
Econ 2106 (Add your Section): Principles of Microeconomics
Original Title
Your first and last name
Date of submission
Format Guidelines
(1) Include a cover page with the information that appears above.
(2) Should be 2 double spaced pages in length, typed in 12-point Times New Roman font, with 1-inch
margins all around on each page, beginning with page 1.
(3) Sources should be clearly and consistently cited in the Chicago citation format. A bibliography,
corresponding to the internal citations, should appear on the last page.
(4) Attach any images or lengthy textual examples you wish to include in an appendix (on pages 4 and
following).
*Information about the Chicago citation format can be found here:
https://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/tools_citationguide.html
Advice
• Read the instructions carefully and be sure to follow them.
• Refer to the syllabus for reminders about grading, assignment submission, and
academic honesty.
• Use Grammarly to help improve your writing skills.
• Remember that your finalized paper should be a product of your own individual and
independent work.
• Use your own words! An electronic copy of your essay will be uploaded to TurnItIn.com
to reveal any plagiarism.
Writing Process
brainstorm
identify the topic of your paper
decide the scope of your discussion
create a meaningful title that reflects the topic / scope of your
list specific evidence / examples
list two or three concepts to be incorporated into your paper
draft a strong introductory par
Rubric for ECON2106 Essay
Student’s Name:
Articulates a clear central argument or idea and
supports that central argument or idea with
adequate and clear evidence.
Worth up to 20% of total
Actively incorporates at least one concept
discussed in the chapter chosen into the analysis
of the current event, showing clear
comprehension of those concepts.
Worth up to 20% of total
Demonstrates the ability to integrate / engage
relevant sources appropriately and educate peers
on the subject matter.
Worth up to 20% of total
Offers an original analysis that effectively
balances the student’s own voice and
interpretation with reference to concepts and
texts.
Worth up to 40% of total
Grade:ORDER
