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Globalization and Fair Trade Lesson PlanGlobalization and Fair Trade Lesson Plan
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Deliberating in a Democracy
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9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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Globalization and Fair Trade

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Have you ever traded something? How do you know you got a good deal? Scholars use case studies and research to determine the role of globalization in fair trade. Class members examine consumer demand and competition bring to light the issue of democracy and trade. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

globalization, fair trade, international trade

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Complete a global trade map at the start of the lesson as a preview exercise
  • Role play with different nations and products represented in a global trade scenario 

Classroom Considerations

  • Print copies of the Deliberation Guide for students to reference

Pros

  • Resource contains printable worksheets and materials for classroom use
  • Provides deliberation questions with possible positive and negative responses

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.3 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.3

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