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Today's World

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While not an exhaustive review of globalization and trade, this overview of the inter-related nature of the economy would be a good tool to use in the classroom. This resource could be used to begin a discussion on the various topics discussed, including global trade, or use it as a way to review information.

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globalization, the global economy, trade

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globalization, trade, world economy, world market, social studies
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Resource Details

Grade
10th - 11th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Presentations
Audience
For Teacher Use
Number of Slides
16

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