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Discussion: Import/Export 101
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Import/Export 101
Look over these government resources to prepare you for both weeks of discussion.
Global Market Finder: An Interactive Tool for U.S. Exporters
Foreign Trade
Week 1 Discussion Post
Put to use what you learned and analyze several markets. Using Best Countries for Trade, select on industry and pick a number of countries and find out export rates for your chosen exporting country (the United States). You will also select a “sector.”
Share the results and provide research support for strong export markets for the United States in the chosen industry.
This post should be 1 or 2 paragraphs in length (at least 100 words). Since you are engaging in research, be sure to cite in the body of the post and add a reference list in APA format. NOTE: failure to use research with accompanying citations to support content will result in reduced scoring (no higher than 75%) for all components of the grading rubric.
Week 1 Interactive Response to Classmate
Required Interactive Response to be made during week 1:
Select a post from a classmate. Has the writer presented content in a logical manner, backed by solid research?
Your reply should be one paragraph in length (or about 50 words) and must be substantive in nature. Do not simply say “I agree” or “That is great.” Specify why and be detailed in your explanation. You may use research in your responses, but it is not required.
In your own words, respond to the discussion and comments of classmates. Grades will be based on effectual, concise and interactive feedback. The excessive use of quotes will directly impact performance since this indicates a lack of comprehension and shows that you may not have mastered the concepts.
Week 2 Discussion Post
Using the Import-Export Flow calculator, do the same thing using the United States as the importing country. Share the results and provide research support for strong import markets for the United States in the chosen industry.
Week 2 Interactive Response to Classmate
Required Interactive Response to be made during week 2:
Select a post from a classmate. Has the writer presented content in a logical manner, backed by solid research?
Your reply should be one paragraph in length (or about 50 words) and must be substantive in nature. Do not simply say “I agree” or “That is great.” Specify why and be detailed in your explanation. You may use research in your responses, but it is not required.
In your own words, respond to the discussion and comments of classmates. Grades will be based on effectual, concise and interactive feedback. The excessive use of quotes will directly impact performance since this indicates a lack of comprehension and shows that you may not have mastered the concepts.
