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Economics cultural activities $5-10
Cultural Diffusion Activity
This is a FUN, engaging in-class activity that helps students understand, relate to, and apply their knowledge of cultural diffusion.Students work together to analyze the McDonald's menu of their given country (India, Singapore, Israel, Japan, and Mexico) In addition to the menu of a given country, they are given informational text on the background of their country's religion and culture. They have to note differences, similarities, and make predictions as to WHY these differences occur and how
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5th - 9th
World Geography Demonstration: Cultural Diversity and Wealth Disparity
This engaging lesson on global demographics from Shawneen Morrison gets students out of their seats and moving in order to create a strong visual representation of regional, linguistic, and religious diversity in the world. Then, in the final round of the activity, students receive tokens based on the likelihood that they would have various advantages related to economic opportunity if they lived in any given region. After the tokens are tallied, a box of cookies is distributed to the class in p
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7th - 12th
Stock Market: Wall Street Virtual Field Trip (Google Earth Exploration)
Take your students on a virtual field trip to Wall Street in Manhattan, New York. Using a combination of Google Earthâ„¢ 360-degree views, informational text, video, and visuals, your students will learn about the U.S. financial markets, and the history and significance of Wall Street from various perspectives.This virtual field trip covers::: What is Wall Street?:: Where is Wall Street?:: New York first inhabitants (Lenape):: Federal Hall Memorial:: Slave Market Commemorative Sign:: Why it's call
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6th - 8th
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European Union Unit: Notes + Slideshow + Activities + Quiz | Digital + Print
In this NO-PREP unit on the European Union, your students will discover the purpose , characteristics and impact of the European Union through a variety of activities including PowerPoint and Google Slides guided notes, lesson, graphic organizers, informational nonfiction reading passages, project, and assessment! Students will learn:✱ Goals of the EU✱ A brief history of the EU✱ Economic impact✱ Government structure✱ Physical GeographyWhat's included:➜ DETAILED, DIFFERENTIATED, NO-PREP lesson pl
Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in:Â Europe Geography & World Cultures BUNDLE!
Early American Trading Systems: A Native American Trading Game
Engage students in a U.S. history and economics lesson through regional trading practices amongst Native American tribes of North America. The simulation is meant to accompany Ch. 1, Sec. 1 of the McDougal Littell text, "The Americas: Reconstruction to the 21st Century." However, it is adaptable for any Native American groups, and therefore adaptable to all grade levels. It is fun and the students really love it!
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6th - 11th
This One for That One- A Bartering Unit
In second grade one of the units we study is about bartering. What students don’t realize is they do this all the time! At lunch, recess and all during the day students are always negotiating with each other for things they want.
This lesson begins with a Powerpoint. The PPT gives a brief overview of bartering. Within the PPT, there are 2 activities for the class to do and then a discussion activity. There is also a link to a Schoolhouse Rock short film about bartering. The unit will end with a
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2nd - 3rd
HBO: Class Divide Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"HBO Class Divide" is a documentary that delves into the socio-economic disparities and gentrification in New York City's Chelsea neighborhood. The film juxtaposes the lives of the wealthy residents of the Chelsea neighborhood with those of the less privileged individuals living in the nearby public housing projects. Through interviews and personal stories, the documentary highlights the challenges faced by low-income families and the impact of urban development on their communities. It explores
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â 50 High School Health Class Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE
What's My Socioeconomic Status?
Socioeconomic status refers to the social standing of an individual or a group. Students use Dollar Street, an amazing vault of images from families around the world that crushes the stereotypes countries have gained. It also allows students to investigate different living conditions and allows for them to self assess their situation to see where they fit in. It is an amazing opportunity to gather raw data of living conditions around the world based on income.There is also an introductory instru
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6th - 8th
Converting Currency
In this engaging, multicultural lesson students will convert currency from a variety of nations to and from U.S. dollars. There are 8 different task sheets represents 8 different currencies: the Euro, Chinese Yuan, British Pound, Turkish Lira, South African Rand, Croatian Kuna, and Cayman Island Dollar. Each task sheet has 5 questions in which the students will determine how they need to multiply in order to convert the currency and solve the problem. All currency conversion rates are the rates
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4th - 8th
Economics of Scrooged (1988) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
Economics of "Scrooged" (1988) is a modern adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic novella "A Christmas Carol." In this comedic version, Bill Murray stars as Frank Cross, a cynical and selfish television executive who is entirely consumed by his work and has lost touch with the true meaning of Christmas. On Christmas Eve, Frank is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, who take him on a journey through his own life. They show him his past, his present, and a bleak future if
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Economics of Christmas Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE
International Business: The Role of Culture *UPDATED 2024*
International Business: The Role of Culture*1 WEEK worth of material*Unit 1 Module 2: The Role of CultureUnderstanding cultural norms, beliefs, and customs in global societies.Exploring cultural values and their impact on international business practices.Examining communication barriers and negotiation styles across different cultures.This module is part of the International Business Full Semester Course!What's Included:21-slide PowerPointNote Guide to go along with the PowerPointInternational W
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9th - 12th
Cesar's Last Fast (2014) Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Cesar's Last Fast" (2014) is a documentary film directed by Richard Ray Perez that focuses on the final act of protest by Cesar Chavez, a prominent labor leader and civil rights activist. In 1988, Cesar Chavez embarked on a 36-day fast to draw attention to the harmful effects of pesticides on farmworkers and their families, as well as to advocate for the rights and dignity of agricultural workers.The film delves into Chavez's personal sacrifice, commitment to nonviolence, and dedication to soci
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Cesar Chavez Movie & Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE
The Fight in the Fields (1997)Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocab/Questions
"The Fight in the Fields" (1997) is a documentary that chronicles the life and activism of Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, founders of the United Farm Workers (UFW) union. The film delves into their efforts to advocate for the rights of farmworkers, improve working conditions, and combat systemic injustices within the agricultural industry. Through archival footage, interviews, and firsthand accounts, the documentary explores pivotal moments such as the Delano Grape Strike, boycotts, nonviolent
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Cesar Chavez Movie & Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Jingle All the Way (1996) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Jingle All the Way" is a festive family comedy film released in 1996. The movie stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as Howard Langston, a workaholic father determined to get his son the year's hottest Christmas toy, Turbo-Man, on Christmas Eve. The plot revolves around Howard's comedic and chaotic journey as he competes with other parents, including a rival father played by Sinbad, to find the elusive Turbo-Man action figure. The film explores themes of the commercialization of Christmas, the importanc
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Venezuela Current Events Activity with Working Wages and Food Prices
Make today's Venezuelan situation meaningful to your students by having them predict how many hours a minimum-wage Venezuelan worker must work to purchase basic necessities and their prices. Three Venezuelan families receive all net proceeds from this store. Learn about their weekly purchases and help support them. We hope to provide weekly updates but their electricity and internet is spotty. Water comes to their homes only once a week, and when it does, all efforts are to store it and wash
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in:Â Venezuela Current Events, State Song, National Anthem - great for sub plans.
American Factory (2019) Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"American Factory" (2019) is a documentary film directed by Steven Bognar and Julia Reichert. The film explores the clash of cultures and ideologies when a Chinese billionaire opens a new factory in the former General Motors plant in Dayton, Ohio. The factory, Fuyao Glass America, brings jobs to the struggling community, but tensions arise between American workers and their Chinese supervisors due to differences in work ethics, expectations, and labor practices. The film delves into the complexi
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â 15 American Capitalism Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Create a Budget Research Project
This is a perfect unit for students, from middle school and up. This unit teaches students all about responsibility. They must first choose a career, then make a plan for college, and get an entry level salary for their chosen career. The students will then make a budget.... what can they afford?!?! Everything from car insurance, rent, groceries, student loans, etc., is included! Students must also make a grocery list. They have to eat! There are vocabulary words that must be defined. Checks an
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6th - 12th
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Foreign Money Conversion Practice
Foreign Money Conversion Practice!Â
Excellent math, economics, and social studies resource for students from third grade and up!
The front is the graphing and conversion page. The back shows enlarged details for students who really want to study foreign currency - both bills and coins. A conversion chart is included for all 12 countries.
Conversion Practice for:
Australia
Brazil
Canada
China
Egypt
England
Europe (Euro)
India
Japan
Mexico
Russia
South Africa
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3rd - 8th
Economically & Culturally: What was life like in 1960's?
The 60's has been described by historians as "ten years of having the most significant changes in history."At the beginning of the 1960's, many American's believed they were standing at the dawn of a golden age. However; by the end of the 1960s, it seemed that the nation was falling apart. The 60's were a decade once again dominated by a war (Vietnam). It is also the start of showing how the people can effect politics through the power of "peaceful" demonstrations, students were the driving f
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Crazy Rich Asians (2018) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Crazy Rich Asians" is a romantic comedy movie based on the bestselling novel by Kevin Kwan. The story follows a young Asian-American woman named Rachel Chu, an NYU economics professor, who goes to Singapore with her boyfriend Nick Young to attend his best friend's wedding. Rachel soon discovers that Nick comes from an ultra-rich family, and she is thrown into a world of luxury, extravagance, and high society.As Rachel tries to navigate the cultural differences and social pressures of Nick's wor
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Social Science Survival Packet: High School United States History BUNDLE
International Business, Global, Cultural Difference, Business Management, World
This is a word document that can be used as a project or multi-day assignment. It comes in word format for easy edits. It required students to create a powerpoint presentation with two parts. Part I is about selecting a business that conducts international operations. There are four requirements that students must include. Such as how are operations different in the various location. Part II requires students to examine the culture differences. For example, verbal and nonverbal communication in
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
The Great Depression Powerpoint Presentation
Powerpoint presentation on the Great Depression. Suitable for 9th-10th grade U.S History and Economics classes.
Grades:
9th - 10th
Teaching the Value of Education (EDITABLE): Teach Students that Education Pays!
I use this lesson on the first day of school to inspire them. I want them to understand the value of an education. This product includes a handout that explains the meaning of each type of degree and the number of years it takes to acquire it, a list of jobs that require each degree, a list of the highest and lowest paying jobs, and more. This product has just been updated to include two (2) exit slips (with answer keys) to review college terms they will come across in the college application p
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7th - 12th
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Venezuela States Musical Video - Flags Maps label and color 121
Perfect Spanish Sub plans. Spanish students can listen to the soothing video and learn the names of the states in Venezuela. They can label and color the maps and flags, and if you choose, do research on their meaning.Contains:Mp4 Musical video showing location of states sung by native VenezuelanPDF of Venezuela Map black and white outlinePDF of Venezuelan Maps black and white OutlinePDF of Venezuelan Maps with states shaded in.All net proceeds go to support the three Venezuelan fami
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in:Â Venezuela Current Events, State Song, National Anthem - great for sub plans.
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Simulation Activities
You can introduce students to the world of investing, budgeting, and other economics-related activities through simulations. For example, have students research companies they want to "invest" in to show them how the stock market works. If you want to extend the lesson, you can have them periodically check in on their portfolios throughout the year to see how their investments are performing. Or, you could use a simulation to teach them about causes that led up to certain major historical events, like the stock market crash of 1929.
Budgeting Exercises
Help students understand the importance of managing their own financial resources by challenging them to create a budget. Give them a few hypothetical scenarios involving income, expenses, and financial goals. For example, you could ask them to plan a fictional character's monthly expenses, or have them create a budget to save for buying a house.
Trade Games
Through trading games, students can learn about importing and exporting, along with the impact of external forces and trade agreements. Ask students to work in teams and have them trade goods, record their imports and exports, and respond to charges (like tariffs and embargoes).
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Give students a real-world decision to make (e.g., building a new road, investing in a new technology, or buying property) and have them perform a cost-benefit analysis. To deepen the learning, you can ask them to justify their decisions with evidence.
Frequently asked questions for teaching economics
What is economics?
The study of economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. When teaching economics, the goal is to help students understand how individuals, businesses, governments, and societies make choices about resource allocation. Economics explores various topics related to this, including supply and demand, cost and benefits, and scarcity, to name just a few.
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