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Higher education economics simulations
STOCK MARKET Simulation Game | 1920s & Great Depression | Print & Digital
This is a fun and interactive STOCK MARKET Simulation game to play with your secondary U.S. History students when studying the causes of the Great Depression. The presentation begins with an engaging introduction to the stock market. Very detailed directions are then given to play the stock market simulation game. Students will begin by choosing stocks to purchase from a list of companies that existed in the 1920s. They will then complete the corresponding worksheet with the stock they purchased
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Economics and History: Communism vs. Capitalism, the Rock, Paper, Scissors Game!
This highly interactive game gives students a hands-on, experiential understanding of the differences in between communism and capitalism. Students will learn more about the key components of communism, capitalism, and socialism.
Out of all of the activities that I do in my class, students probably have the most fun playing this game.
There is a reflection that follows the game, as well as a sheet that the students can fill out. After they have filled it out, allow for a discussion on the imp
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Economics Entrepreneur Tank Project - Supply & Demand Unit (Distance Learning!)
Are you ready to turn your students into entrepreneurs? Your students will design and then pitch their inventions to successful investors (sharks). Then, the Investors decide who gets their investment. In this project, your students become the entrepreneurs and pitch their own products! This is by far my favorite Economics project of the year. Watching my students "learn by doing" while having fun, engaging in a little friendly competition, and getting a taste of business brings a smile to my fa
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Buying a House Simulation
Students will interact in a simulated housing market. There will be several houses to choose from, as students must factor in their annual salary, expenses, credit score, and other financial dynamics. Buyers are to use their net income and the houses’ details to determine their most optimal house. At the end of the simulation, students will justify their housing decision.
This activity is a simulation in my book, "You're Gonna Need a Bigger Wallet." The entire book's .pdf can be purchased at a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Renting an Apartment Simulation
Students will interact in a simulated apartment market. There will be several apartments to choose from, as students must factor in their annual salary, expenses, credit score, and other financial dynamics. Renters will use their job earnings in order to determine which apartment is best suited for their particular financial situation. At the end of the simulation, students will state why they chose the apartment that they chose.
This activity is a simulation in my book, "You're Gonna Need a B
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Financial Fraud/Identity Theft Simulation
Students will read several financial scenarios, including investment opportunities and consumer purchasing methods, and determine whether there is fraud or identity theft taking place for each situation. Students will place the fraudulent scenarios in the jail shoebox, and the non-fraudulent scenarios in the housing shoebox.
This activity is a simulation in my book, "You're Gonna Need a Bigger Wallet." The entire book's .pdf can be purchased at a discount from my TPT store at the following lin
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Financial Literacy & Personal Finance Video Game - HTML5 Distance Learning
Video Game about Personal Finance, Investing, Money Management, & Budgeting. An evidence-based, hand drawn visual-novel personal finance simulation game for High School and Young Adults that teaches financial literacy skills. Learn Asynchronously from home on any Computer, Smartphone, or Tablet:2 different ways to play: on any modern desktop/smartphone/tablet web browser, or install on any Mac, Windows, or Linux computer!Expected Student Learning Outcomes:Learn financial skills & content
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Engaging Business Case Study Bundle!
Ready to get your students out of the textbook, and into real world situations? This engaging set of business case studies are sure to get your students thinking about what critical business skills look like in the real world. This set of business case studies covers crucial ideas such as ethics, technological disruption, starting a brand new business, balancing profit and innovation, and differing leadership styles (among other things). This is an evolving bundle, as well, so you can anticipate
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Mock Job Interview Simulation
This has been one of the most impactful lessons I have created, namely because I still periodically hear from former students about how this activity helped them secure their coveted jobs.
This activity is a simulation in my book, "You're Gonna Need a Bigger Wallet." The entire book's .pdf can be purchased at a discount from my TPT store at the following link: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Book-About-Hands-On-Financial-Literacy-Simulations-for-Teens-Young-Adults-3047053.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Credit Card Debt Simulation
Students will be given a scenario of a young professional who is in serious credit card debt. They will read the explanation about how the young adult got into debt, including how the financial burden has affected his life. Students are placed into groups and are given the young man’s job and income scenario, and must point him in the direction of getting out of debt in the least amount of time.
This activity is a simulation in my book, "You're Gonna Need a Bigger Wallet." The entire book's .p
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Book About Hands-On Financial Literacy Simulations for Teens & Young Adults
These simulations come from Nick's book, "You're Gonna Need a Bigger Wallet." The book is available on Amazon for $24, or on TPT for $21 in .pdf format. The .pdf format is more ideal for teachers than the printed copies of the book because it allows for easier access to print the activities and handouts.
"You're Gonna Need a Bigger Wallet" is geared towards teachers and organizations who desire to teach personal finance skills in engaging and practical ways. Several industry experts contribute
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Tragedy of the Commons Simulation (Slides, Worksheet, Instructions)
This engaging and fun game demonstrates very clearly the concept of the "Tragedy of the Commons" in a fun game followed by a quick class slides presentation. The product includes the class slides that walk the class through the simulation, a teacher instructions guide, a student worksheet for following along with the game, and a pdf print-out to create the "slips of paper" used in the simulation.This game is a class favorite that creates a lasting memory of our inclination towards competition ov
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Economics- Meal Planning and Grocery Shopping Project
This project is designed to help students realize the reality of food cost in a budget for a week. In this activity students are given different levels of income to spend on food for a week. Based on the income given to them, students design a week's worth of meals. After planning students are sent to a local grocery store to shop for all necessary items to complete their meals. After totaling the grocery list students are asked to reflect upon their choices and make better choices in shoppi
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Retirement Accounts and Compound Interest Simulation
Students are given a person’s financial scenario and must help that person determine how much money they need to save in order to meet their retirement goals. They are asked to put a certain percentage of their gross monthly income into a 401(k). Then, students will use string to graphically measure the estimated returns that can accrue with Roth IRAs when people begin saving at a young age compared to beginning to save at an older age.
This activity is a simulation in my book, "You're Gon
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Engaging Business Case Study: Branding and Marketing
This case study, centered on "Re-Threads" is a great glimpse into a young brand ready to build their brand, and their foothold in the community. This case study follows the fictitious Re-Threads, an emerging fashion company founded by Sarah Mercer. Her passion for sustainable and ethically-sourced clothing materials, coupled with a deep connection to the community, shaped the very essence of her brand--at least that is how she saw it. Students take on the role of branding and marketing consultan
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Engaging Business Case Study Bundle!
Engaging Business Case Study: Business Ethics
What happens when a new manager uncovers evidence of wage fraud? What do you do when an unethical practice is ingrained in the culture, and rocking the boat could mean a loss of profit? This business ethics case study puts students in those very shoes."New Leadership at ManuJet" follows a new manager trying to inspire confidence in her abilities while navigating a difficult ethical situation. This case study is designed for high school business students to analyze competing priorities between un
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Engaging Business Case Study Bundle!
Engaging Business Case Study: Entrepreneur Start-Up
So many students have the desire to start their own business, but aren't entirely sure where to start. This engaging case study is designed to walk students through the business creation process and all the hurdles that come along with it.Adrian Ramirez is an enthusiastic aspiring entrepreneur just out of high school. He hopes to take his food skills and knowledge to the market by starting a food truck. As consultants, students will analyze his situation and make a plan for getting his food truc
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Engaging Business Case Study Bundle!
Virtual Budget Project Google Slides Personal Finance
Your students will create a virtual budget based on income, planned vs. actual expenses, and taxes. Students will watch a video and read articles about saving and goals as they make their budget. There are Google Sheets templates and questions for analysis. This easy-to-use 25 slide template is a great summative project for students to create and analyze a budget.This project is great for high school Personal Finance, Economics, Business, or Life Skills classes. A background knowledge of budge
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
The True Cost of Insurance Simulation
Students inherit a scenario’s insurance costs, including their person’s premium and deductible. After assessing their person’s insurance premiums, students will learn how life circumstances (i.e. injury, automobile accidents, etc.) can affect their out-of-pocket costs, as well as other insurance charges. They will learn these lessons by playing a board game that allows students to encounter how insurance costs increase when people get sick, hurt, careless, etc. Students are to complete the “Stud
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Engaging Business Case Study: Responding to Scandals and Crisis
This case study, centered on "Eco Motor" is a great case demonstrating the difficulty of cleaning up after a company breaks trust with its customers and shareholders. Dive deep into the intricate world of corporate ethics and crisis management with our exclusive case study on "Eco Motor - The Emission Dilemma." This compelling lesson serves as a vivid exploration of the challenges faced by businesses in maintaining brand integrity and navigating crises effectively.Explore the nuances of ethical
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Engaging Business Case Study Bundle!
Engaging Business Case Study: Consolidation and Innovation
This case study, centered on Mentat Tech Corporation, offers an engaging and thought-provoking scenario for teachers seeking a real-world, hands-on learning experience for their students. It challenges students to analyze and make strategic decisions for a technology company facing a complex situation. Through a structured presentation, students explore the financial health and profitability of various divisions within the company and grapple with the difficult task of recommending whether to co
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Engaging Business Case Study Bundle!
Engaging Business Case Study: Viral Marketing
This case study, centered on "Sweet Freezes" is a great example of the benefits and potential perils of viral marketing. Unlock the secrets of successful viral marketing with this engaging and practical lesson designed for budding marketers and entrepreneurs. This comprehensive session blends theory with hands-on application, empowering students to navigate the thrilling world of viral marketing.In assigning this activity, you will ask students to grapple with the issues of brand integrity, mark
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Engaging Business Case Study Bundle!
Engaging Business Case Study: Technological Disruption
What happens when a small town bookstore starts to bleed profit from its digital competitors, it hires a consulting team to try to determine next steps. In this case study, your students become the consultants as they work to provide a vision to the store owner, who is considering a buy-out offer with profit plummeting. Can they turn this company around?"The Creased Page" is a beloved independent bookstore located in a charming suburban town. Established in 2005 by a passionate book enthusiast,
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Engaging Business Case Study Bundle!
Engaging Business Case Study: Demanding Leadership and High Turnover
So many students desire to be business leaders one day, and hope to contribute to positive company cultures. But what happens when the financial success of the company appears to be in conflict with the healthy culture of the company? This case study allows students to explore themes such as demanding leadership styles, the role of company culture, human resource complaints, and high employee turnover.This comprehensive case study challenges students to critically analyze the consequences of a d
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Engaging Business Case Study Bundle!
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Find Economics resources | TPT
If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about economics, TPT has got you covered. We’ve got a comprehensive collection of economics and financial literacy resources available, including activities and lessons on trade, goods and services, and the stock market to name just a few. With plenty of TPT high-quality resources at your fingertips, you’ll be able to teach economics to your students in no time at all.
Economics activities to try
Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about economics:
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.
What types of economics resources are available on TPT?
There are many different types of economics resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from budgeting activities to simulation games to units.
How do I find economics resources on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing economics lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for economics resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
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