ECO-3-4 - VCE Economics 2021 Units 3 and 4 Transition Package

Sep 20, 2026

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VCE Economics 2021 Units 3 and 4 transition package outlining how to prepare for the faster pace and deeper topics ahead. It emphasizes organized class notes, consistent study time, pre-reading and screencast viewing, and proactive communication with teachers when concepts are difficult. Required materials include the specified textbook edition, a dedicated workbook/loose-leaf setup, display book, and writing tools, plus ongoing glossary maintenance and regular media monitoring for current economic developments.

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VCE Economics 2021 Units 3 and 4 Transition Package

Study expectations and success keys

Included information and preparation

Required materials

Study routines: pre-reading, homework, revision

Ongoing glossary and teacher communication

Media monitoring and recommended resources

Study Design and past exams guidance

VCE TRANSITION PACKAGE 2021 UNITS 3 AND 4 ECONOMICS Source: Sydney Morning Herald, May 2, 2020 Be ready – the pace is FAST! Many topics will sound familiar, as they were studied at a basic level in Units 1 and 2. However in Units 3 and 4 we will be going into more depth on previously learned subject matter and also covering a lot of new material. Your main keys to success will be your ability to keep up with the course content, maintain organised class notes, commit to work outside class time and your willingness to come and see teachers outside of scheduled classes if you are having difficulty with any concepts. Please let me know if you need help earlier rather than later! In this booklet you will find information about the Study Design, assessment for the year, a timeline, class materials, teacher contact details and your holiday homework. Please read this transition book carefully over the holidays and ensure you return to school prepared. Good luck with your Economics studies in 2021! Regards, Mrs Jackman Teaching Staff | NAME OF TEACHER | EMAIL ADDRESS | LOCATION | | --- | --- | --- | | Sally Jackman | [jackmans@vermontsc.vic.edu.au](jackmans@vermontsc.vic.edu.au) | Commerce Office | It is important to regularly touch base with your teacher for constant feedback. Required Materials ● TEXTBOOK: Economic Fundamentals in Australia (A text for students of VCE Economics Units 3&4), By MacGregor, Salla and Grinham. 7th edition. Purchase via booklist-must NOT purchase second hand as this is a new edition in 2021. This should be available in January 2021. In the meantime, the first two chapters are available online at [https://www.commpap.com/efa/](https://www.commpap.com/efa/) ● WORKBOOK / LOOSE LEAF PAPER: You are required to have a workbook for Economics that must come to every class (please ensure this book has sufficient pages to last a whole year and is only used for Economics) ● DISPLAY BOOK: This is required to keep all your handouts tidy and should be brought to every class. ● WRITING MATERIALS: Pens, pencils, highlighters, eraser, ruler ● Fully participate in class, including class discussions, worksheets, activities etc. ● Monitor online class resources (Teams, school emails)– I will use these to communicate important information ● It is your responsibility to catch up on missed work after an absence. If it is a planned absence, see me prior. ● Maintain an electronic glossary throughout the year. You will be provided with a template which includes a list of terms. You should be updating the glossary each week. Some suggestions: o Don’t simply copy definitions out of the back of the text, these have a tendency to be too wordy and are difficult to remember. Develop short, snappy definitions that are easy to incorporate into responses. o Try to avoid using definitions from the internet – use the powerpoint notes and textbook ● Pre-reading & watching – prior to each lesson, you will be required to watch pre-recorded screencast videos and read relevant textbook chapters. I will assume you have done this and will teach the content accordingly. ● Homework – this must be completed regularly and on-time. I understand you have other commitments and will generally try to avoid setting homework for you to complete in only one night (this does not apply to work that should have been completed in class) . Only relevant and useful homework will be set. ● Monitor the media regularly. You should be engaging with all / some of the following resources: ▪ Free access to The Age newspaper via the library catalogue (on school premises only) . Or use The Age website ( [https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy](https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy)) you can read approx. 30 free articles per month on the website (bookmark this on your computer) . Look out for articles by Ross Gittins (or monitor his blog [http://www. rossgittins.com/](http://www. rossgittins.com/)), Sha

FAQs

What are the key expectations for succeeding in Units 3 and 4 Economics?

Keep up with course content, maintain organized class notes, commit to out-of-class work, and contact teachers outside scheduled classes if concepts are difficult. Regular feedback from the teacher is also important.

What materials are required for the course?

A new 7th edition of Economic Fundamentals in Australia (Units 3&4), a dedicated Economics workbook/loose-leaf paper, a display book for handouts, and standard writing materials such as pens, pencils, highlighters, an eraser, and a ruler.

How should students complete pre-reading, homework, and revision?

Before each lesson, students must watch pre-recorded screencast videos and read relevant textbook chapters. Homework should be completed regularly and on time. Each week, set aside one night for consolidation: finish incomplete tasks, collate notes, base study notes on the study design, update flashcards, and update the glossary.

Sep 20, 2026

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