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National Asphalt Pavement Association: History of Asphalt

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the history of asphalt beginning in the city of Babylon around 615 BCE. Learn how Europeans and Americans began to use it on roads, how businesses competed for a market share and even patented roads, changes to asphalt...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: Banks, Bankers, Banking

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This lesson is a simulation of opening a bank. Students are assigned various roles to play within the banking business. Students learn about the role banks play in a market economy.
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The Pennsylvania Dutch Country Welcome Center: Overview

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent overview of Amish communities and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Includes Churches, Farmers Markets, Food and Wine, Shopping, Antiques, Quilts, Covered Bridges, Locations and Towns, a Video Tour, Weather & Climate,...
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Duke University

Duke University: Emergence of Advertising in America: 1850 1920

For Students 9th - 10th
This timeline includes selected events in business technology, media, marketing, and advertising for 1850-1920.
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BBC

Bbc: Bill Clinton's Economic Legacy

For Students 9th - 10th
This vast BBC article covers almost everything about Clinton's economic legacy including the economic boom, budget surplus, and international trade deals.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: How Well Gdp Measures the Well Being of Society

For Students 9th - 10th
Does GDP capture everything we care about in an economy?.
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Designs by Nick Finck: The Why and How of Blogging

For Students 9th - 10th
Do you want a simple introduction to blogging? This site utilizes large graphics in a step-by-step format to walk you though what a blog is, some examples of blogs, the tools of blogging, the different types of blogs, and related topics.
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Iagora: Strategies for International Jobs

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from iagora gives sound advice when looking for an international job. The site tells what to expect and what is needed in order to make it internationally.
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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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Cornell University

Cornell University: Law School: Legal Information Institute: Joint Ventures

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides legal information about joint ventures.
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University of Texas at Austin

Francais Interactif Money, Finance & Investments

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive vocabulary lists of all things financial. Video and audio clips to utilize vocab in context. Has interviews in French and links to internet activities and salient grammar points.
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: History of Monopolies in the United States

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Monopolies in the United States have existed in many forms. When a business dominates a market, its market power makes it a monopoly. How these businesses use their market power will determine the legality of the monopoly.
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: The Economics of the New Deal

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The stock-market crash of 1929 is generally seen as the start of The Great Depression, the worst economic downturn in the history of the United States. The Depression had devastating effects on the country. But it also served as a...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: What Happened to Railroads?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Between the Civil War and World War II, railroads were one of the nation's most important businesses and an integral part of people's lives. For this lesson, students assume the role of detectives investigating why the rail companies...
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Landeshauptstadt Dusseldorf

For Students 9th - 10th
Official website of the city of Dusseldorf, capital of Nordrhein-Westfalen (North Rhine-Westfalia). Information of interest to citizens plus coverage of topics such as culture, education, and the local economy. There is also a section...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: What Do People Want to Wear?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
To stay in business, fashion merchandisers must be able to anticipate what consumers want. By looking at different retail websites, students will look to anticipate what consumers are demanding. Students will then go through the market...
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My Perfect Resume: Data Sources on Riley Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you wanting to learn more about a company you may work for? This site from The Riley Guide provides resources to learn how to target and research potential employers.
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Foundation for Teaching Economics

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Foundation for Teaching Economics provides lesson plans and curriculum materials in a variety of areas of economics. Games and exercises enhance the lessons provided. Teachers can search by keywords or choose lessons from the list...
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University of North Carolina

University of North Carolina: What Can I Do With a Major In

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you looking to explore possible career paths based on a college major? Explore possible career titles, major skills and characteristics, and websites related to your choice of college major.
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Teen Analyst: Teen Financial Information

For Students 9th - 10th
Believe it or not, most kids graduate high school lacking basic personal finance skills. That's where TeenAnalyst.com comes in. The basic idea was to give kids the information they need to become successful investors.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Economy of the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the encyclopedia Wikipedia gives the reader excellent insight into the United States economy. Includes historical references, the influence of technology, resources, and the role of government. Includes numerous charts and...
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China Radio International

For Students 9th - 10th
Read program transcripts, view illustrations, and listen to CRI programs in English or Chinese. Station focuses mainly on news but also includes music and special areas for learning Chinese and/or English. Great site for its promotion of...
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Biz Kids: Bring Home the Bacon

For Students 9th - 10th
Bring Home the Bacon is an exciting interactive way to learn the concept of supply and demand. More demand, more customers, but don't get too carried away because upgrading your investments might be worth the wait!
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USA Today

Usa Today: Money

For Students 9th - 10th
USA Today's Money section covers the very latest in domestic and world economic news. Coverage also includes in-depth articles and editorials.

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