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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Andersonville Prison: A Civil War Economic Microcosm

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students develop the concept of economic systems. In this economic system lesson, students create command and market economic systems.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Common Tragedy of Consumerism

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students evaluate the effectiveness of current climate change solutions. In this global warming lesson, students look at the current measures implemented and analyze whether they are beneficial to the environment or not. Advance reading...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: Zimbabwe to Get a New Currency

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English instructional activity, students read "Zimbabwe to Get a New Currency," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Lesson Plan
iCivics

I Civics: Government & the Economy

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners learn how government and the economy are related and the difference between market, command, and mixed economies.
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Activity
University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: Government in the Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource shows the different roles that the government plays in relation to the economy. It talks about the federal budget, the different responsibilities the government has, federal efforts to control monopolies, government...
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Unit Plan
Ohio Test Prep

Ohio Test Prep: Module 8: Government and the Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Lesson helps prepare students for Ohio test in American Government on the role of government in the economy. Site provides video tutorial, practice and assessment.
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Unit Plan
iCivics

I Civics: Government & the Market

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this library of mini-lessons, students will learn about the relationship between the government and the economy.
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eBook
Other

Usa: Chapter 6: The Role of Government in the Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Chapter 6 provides an overview of the influence of government on U.S. economics, including regulation of industry.
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Website
Other

Embassy of Jordan: The Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed information about the status of the economy in Jordan. In addition to standard statistics, there is information on the role of the government in the economy and legislative and regulatory reform.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Singapore: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at the current state of the economy of Singapore from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes. There is much data about the growth of the economy and international investment.
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Website
Other

Falkland Islands Government

For Students 9th - 10th
The official portal of the Falkland Islands government, this site contains well-organized information. Use the pull-down menus at the top to access data on the government, international relations, economy, Falklands life and the...
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Ghana: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
You can read about Ghana's struggles with its economy over the past 40 years, and how it is working to strengthen the economy currently to improve the lives for its citizens. Information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Egypt: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out what the Egyptian government is doing to jump-start its economy. Although based on agriculture, see how the economy is branching out into other sectors to provide jobs for millions of Egyptians. Information is from the U.S....
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Article
Other

Economics Help: The Impact of an Ageing Population on the Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
An informative analysis of what an aging population means for the future, both negative and positive, and government and economic strategies that could be employed to lessen the detrimental effects. Includes embedded links to more...
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Barbados: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the government of Barbados which is based on the British parliamentary system. You can find out about the elections, political parties, and branches of government. Information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Azerbaijan: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
This article on the economy of Azerbaijan discusses the importance of the petroleum reserves, but also talks about the government's attempts to stabilize economy. A chart is included that displays the DP along with other parts that make...
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Algeria: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Petroleum is king in the Algerian economy, but read how the government is trying to diversify its economy. There is a chart showing all aspects of the Algerian economy. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Morocco: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the stable economy of Morocco. Find out how the government is trying to diversify the economy and move away from such dependence on agriculture. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Belarus: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the current state of the economy of Belarus, its strengths and weaknesses. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Cameroon: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
The economy of Cameroon has encountered many bumps along the road, but you can read about the government's attempt to get it back on track by meeting its financial obligations. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Eritrea: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the economy of Eritrea which is affected by border wars and drought. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Tanzania: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Tanzania is making attempts to improve its economy to help its citizens. Find out the major sources of income, the exports, and major trading partners. Information is from the U. S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Uganda: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Uganda's economy and the government's current attempts to put the country on a solid footing. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Lesson Plan
Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: Government Spending: Why Do We Spend the Way We Do?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson plan reviews how the government spends money. It shows how the government's needs have changed over the years. To learn more about this area of economics use this informative website.