Raymond Central High School

1800 West Agnew Road

Raymond, NE 68428
Phone: (402) 785-2685

Course Syllabus
Course:
Instructor:
E-mail:
I.

Business Law
Mr. Dunker
bdunker@rcentral.org

Course Description
A course designed to present the study of the legal rights and responsibilities necessary to be
informed and productive citizens, employees, and consumers in the free enterprise system. Key
concepts include Ethics and Law, Criminal Law, Tort Law, Court System, Trial Procedures,
Contracts and Leases. Student are introduced and participate in a class mock trial.

II.

Required Textbook (Required to bring everyday)

Law for Businesss and Personal Use, 19e, Adamson and Morrison
Publisher: South Western Publishing Company

III.

Timeline
Unit 1 Law, Justice, and You
Chapter 1: Laws and Their Ethical Foundations
Chapter 2: Constitutional Rights
Chapter 3: Court Systems
Chapter 4: Criminal Law and Procedure

Unit 3 Property Law

Chapter 16: Property and Acquisition
Chapter 18: Ownership and Leasing of Real Property
Unit 4 Contractual Aspects
Chapter 12: Contractual Aspects of Marriage and
Divorce

Chapter 5: Civil Law and Procdure

Unit 2 Contract Law
Chapter 6: Offer and Acceptance
Chapter 7:Genuineness of Assent
Chapter 8: Consideration
Chapter 9: Legal Capacity of Contract
Chapter 10: Legal Purpose and Proper Form
IV.

Supplies Required
The student must bring the following items to class every day: Textbook, Pen/Pencil,
Folder/Notes.

V.

Attendance/Tardy
Attendance is important to overall success in the classroom. A large portion of the test and quiz
questions will be taken from class lectures, discussions, and in-class assignments.
*A student is tardy if the student is not in their seat when the bell sounds.*

Raymond Central High School

1800 West Agnew Road
Raymond, NE 68428
Phone: (402) 785-2685

VI.

Grading
The grades will be based on a point system. The total points a student accumulates is divided by
the total possible points to determine the students grade.
Daily Work: Study Guides
Note Taking and Questions/Class Discussions
Projects
Case Problems
Review Sheets
Tests: Objective Tests will be given after every chapter. This test evaluates the students ability
to understand business concepts. Tests will consist of True/False, Multiple Choice,
Matching, and Short Answer Questions.

VII.

Business Classroom Expectations

1. Students will follow the procedures and policies described in the Parent/Student Handbook and
follow guidelines that assure them being safe, respectful, and responsible. For maximum
educational benefit, students may not leave to go to the restroom, get a drink of water, etc. during
instruction time. Students may be allowed out of the room only during work time at the
discretion of the teacher.
2. Incomplete or late work is not permitted. Incomplete or late assignments will receive a grade of
70% or below if turned in the day after the assignment has been assigned. If the assignment is
not turned in the next day it will be 0 in the gradebook. This policy is outlined in the StudentParent Handbook.
3. No candy, gum, pop, or food is allowed in the classroom. Water will be permitted in clear plastic
bottles only.
4. Plagiarism and cheating on tests, quizzes, or daily homework is not allowed.
5. Talking between students is not allowed. Calling out answers or making comments without
permission is not permitted. Excessive talking and repeated talking will result in a reduction of
participation/effort grade and if necessary, a detention. Profanity is not allowed.
6. Students are responsible for any damage caused to textbooks while in their possession, fines may
be assessed.
7. Students will show their courtesy to the janitor by keeping the room clean. Students should
exhibit responsible behavior at all times.
8. Students will demonstrate good work habits: promptness, time management skills, and respect
toward peers, and appropriate behavior.