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Production Possibilities Curve Worksheet
In this economics worksheet, students respond to 12 problem solving questions regarding production possibilities and the production possibility curve.
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Exploring Virtual Europe
Pupils research the geography, government, climate, history, economy, and culture of a European country. They select a country in Europe, explore various websites, and complete a worksheet.
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Australia and Argentina: A Study in Contrast
Students study world events and their effect on economic growth. They research and interpret graphs to determine explanations for economic growth. Students compare the World Wars and the Great Depression to the growth of Argentina and...
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Contemporary Mexican and Puerto Rican Immigration
Students in an ESL classroom compare and contrast Puetro Rican and Mexican cultures. In groups, they research the reasons why people leave one country for another and how to obtain a visa. As a class, they brainstorm a list of the...
PBS
Financial Crisis Glossary
Secondary learners explore the background and vocabulary surrounding US and global economic crises. Originally, the lesson was written to address the 2008 economy, but the material and information is easily adaptable to today's economy....
Curated OER
Physical and Human Geography Review Worksheet and Study Guide
In this geography skills worksheet, students respond to 30 short answer questions pertaining to physical and human geography.
Curated OER
Sustainable Development and Canada's Natural Resources
Students use text information, data and graphs to explain what sustainable development is, and to investigate the rate of consumption of Canada's natural resources. In groups, they graph their findings.
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Energy in a Clean Environment
Students examine the efficiency of each alternative energy source as well as what limitations exist in terms of extracting the usable energy. They determine which energy source is most effective to the economy and the environment in the...
US Department of State
Us Department of State: Archive: Latvia
This site contains info on the government, politics, economy, and people of Latvia. Information is current to November 2011.
US Department of State
Us Department of State: Archive: Estonia
This site contains information on the history, government, economy, and people of Estonia. Information is current to April 2012.
Council for Economic Education
Econ Ed Link: The Road to Emerald City Is Paved With Good Intentions
'The Wizard of Oz' is perhaps the most popular film ever made. Generations of families have enjoyed this classic tale of Dorothy's struggle to return home from a faraway land. What is not well known, however, is that 'The Wonderful...
US Department of State
Us Department of State: Archive: Uzbekistan
This site has information on the people, economy, government, and history of Uzbekistan. Information current to January 2012.
Other
Keidanren: Political and Economic Outlook in Japan
A speech given at the Japan-U.S. Business Conference in July, 2000. It tells us about the current political situation after the recent general election. It then reports on the recovery the economy is having in Japan.
Council of Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations: u.s. Cuban Relations
The tense relationship between USA and Cuba is a complicated one. This article addresses ten topics including the current status between the countries, public opinion, main issues in conflict, role of Raul Castro, why Cuba is on world...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Nicaragua
A very comprehensive website by the Library of Congress on the country of Nicaragua. Site provides information on major topics about the country such as: geography, history, economy, society, transportation, environment, government and...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Haiti
The Library of Congress offers a complete country study of Haiti. Content includes a look at this country's geography, history, government, and society. Information current to 1989.
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Guam
Great resource that has background and current information about the Territory of Guam in Oceania. Content includes geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to look at the...