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Introduction to Fair Trade

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Students investigate fair trade practices. In this economics lesson, students conduct collaborative research on fair trade practices, the controversies of trade, and the effects of fair trade practices. Students present their findings to their classmates.

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international trade, the global economy, fair trade, specialization

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economics lesson, fair trade, interdependence, specialization, world trade, social studies
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Grade
11th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 day
Instructional Strategy
Research

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