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You and the Economy In this task students will evaluate the career choices available to them, and their possible effects on their local, national, and international economy, as well as themself. They will then write a paper or make a presentation. This task includes: |
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Which Path for Me? The Which Path for Me? unit includes an introduction, the learning focus, 3 teaching and learning activities, assessment criteria, and resources. Unit description from source: In Which path for me? students research career paths and identify possible careers that match their skills and interests. They then research their chosen career path and present their research as a report. In completing this unit, students identify the education and training requirements for their chosen career path, select suitable resources and technologies to assist with their research, and use subject-specific language and conventions to communicate their findings effectively. |
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People on the Move In this task students will will choose a group of people and describe how their needs and wants (economic reasons) and location (geography) caused them to move. You will also create a map illustrating this movement. They will then construct a map and write a paper or make a presentation. This task includes: |
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Money Matters In this task, students will collaborate with participating classes in discussing their opinions of money in an online forum. This task includes: |
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Meeting Needs and Wants (G6) In this task students will analyze the methods that societies use to meet the economic needs and wants of citizens. They will then write a paper or make a presentation. This task includes: |
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Meeting Needs and Wants In this task students will will analyze the economic systems that two societies use to meet the needs and wants of their citizens. They will then write a paper or make a presentation. This task includes: |
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International Relations In this task students will analyze the impact of international relations on your local or state economy. They will then write a paper or make a presentation. This task includes: |
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Government Revenue and Responsibility In this task students will select a level of government and examine the revenue sources and expenditures related to a particular policy or program. They will then write a paper or make a presentation. This task includes: |
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Cause on Conflict In this task students will research a conflict and analyze its causes from different social science perspectives. They will then write a paper or make a presentation. This task includes: |
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An Enterprising Idea The An Enterprising Idea unit includes an introduction, the learning focus, 4 teaching and learning activities, assessment criteria, and resources. Unit description from source: In An enterprising idea students develop a brochure or website which provides potential entrepreneurs with advice about starting a small business. Through this project, students develop an understanding of enterprise attributes and employability skills required to run a small business. As part of a team, students research, collect, organize and analyze information related to the establishment of a small-scale business project. They plan activities, manage resources (time, people and finances) and use information and communications technology to record and monitor team progress and to prepare a brochure or website. Students also reflect on how they worked as part of a team and how they contributed to the successful management of their project. |
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