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Measuring the Great Depression Lesson PlanMeasuring the Great Depression Lesson Plan
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Federal Reserve Bank
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9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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Measuring the Great Depression

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Young historians examine the cost of goods and services through the Consumer Price Index (CPI), output measured by Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and unemployment measured by the unemployment rate to gain an understanding of the economic factors that existed during the Great Depression.

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CCSS: Adaptable

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social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Because the concepts introduce in this initial session are so essential for subsequent activities, be sure to check frequently for understanding

Classroom Considerations

  • The first of a series of six lessons focusing on the Great Depression
  • The lesson assumes class members have experience reading and interpreting graphs

Pros

  • The initial lesson in the series of six focusing on the Great Depression provides that necessary economic background needed to understand subsequent lessons
  • The packet includes detailed lesson plans, graphic organizers, worksheets, graphs, and illustrations

Cons

  • Some learners may need additional support interpreting the graphs and charts

Common Core

RI.11-12.1 RI.11-12.7

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