This economic course of study for twelfth grade presents an extensive variety of teaching/learning activities. Many of the readings, pictures, charts, cartoons, and tables are selected from current and authoritative sources, such as government reports and newspapers. These items are used as a basis for student questions and a variety of student activities. Some activities are recommended for students below grade level and a smaller number for students above grade level. An appendix includes a list of skills to be developed in grades K-12, extensive suggestions for evaluation of student performance, and a statement of the philosophy for the entire program. There are seven selected themes in the economics course each containing selected sub-themes. The major themes are: 1) Economics and economic problems, 2) Organizing production to satisfy economic choices, 3) Income distribution in our market economy, 4) How we try to maintain a growing and stable economy, 5) Economics of the Metropolitan region, 6) Comparative economic systems, and, 7) International economic problems. (See SO 001 615 for related documents.) (Author/IM)