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Grade 9-12
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On-Demand Webinar

Economics 104: American Free Enterprise and the Role of Government

Time: 60 minutes,
Presenter: Andrew Menfi
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Objective

Teachers will be able to:

  • Learn fundamental concepts in American free enterprise and the role of government.
  • Engage students by using activities as well as materials to teach American free enterprise and the role of government.
  • Engage students using technology and online resources.

Standards

State Standards

Concepts

Competition, Entrepreneurs, Government Failure, Monetary Policy, Taxes, Trade, Exchange and Interdependence

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In this economics webinar, teachers will learn traditional and non-traditional methods to teach about American free enterprise.

Description

In this webinar teachers will learn fundamental concepts about American free enterprise and the role of government. Teachers will gain insights on both traditional and nontraditional ways to engage students and teach rigorous pedagogical methods including the use of debates, classroom simulations, research intensive projects and more.

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