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Study Resources: Principles of Macroeconomics

A study plan and list of online resources for the Principles of Macroeconomics exam.

Online Resources

These resources, compiled by the CLEP test development committee and staff members, may help you study for your exam. However, they may not be designed specifically to provide preparation for a CLEP exam. College Board has no control over their content and cannot vouch for accuracy.

To broaden your knowledge of economic issues, you may read relevant articles published in the economics periodicals that are available in most college libraries. Magazines like The Economist and newspapers like The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, along with local papers, may also enhance your understanding of economic issues.

Resources

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Modern States: Principles of Macroeconomics

Free online CLEP Principles of Macroeconomics course from Modern States Education Alliance.

  • Go to Modern States

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OpenStax: Principles of Macroeconomics 3e

This free textbook covers the scope of a one-semester introductory macroeconomics course.

  • Go to OpenStax

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Khan Academy: AP®︎/College Macroeconomics

Learn college-level introductory macroeconomics.

  • Go to Khan Academy

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Reffonomics: CLEP Principles of Macroeconomics

Free Principles of Macroeconomics course curriculum for studying for the CLEP exam.

  • Go to Reffonomics

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edX: AP Macroeconomics: Challenging Concepts

A course addressing the most challenging concepts in macroeconomics.

  • Go to EdX

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edX: Principles of Economics

A free introductory economics course offered by Standard University. Part 2 of the course focuses on macroeconomics.

  • Go to EdX

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