A brief look at how money has evolved over time from being …
A brief look at how money has evolved over time from being printed on valuable substances (commodity money), to merely representing those valuable substances (commodity-backed money), to not representing anything at all (fiat money). Created by Grant Sanderson.
Thomas Paine published Common Sense in January 1776 support of the Patriot …
Thomas Paine published Common Sense in January 1776 support of the Patriot cause. Using clear, plain language, Paine rallied the colonists to support the break from Britain. He explained, "I am not induced by motives of pride, party, or resentment to espouse the doctrine of separation and independence; I am clearly, positively, and conscientiously persuaded that it is the true interest of this continent to be so."
This short assessment is a great way to take stock of your …
This short assessment is a great way to take stock of your communication style and its consequences. As written, this is appropriate for older youth or adults, including parents. However, the questions can easily be re-written to speak in the language of your group, whatever their age. Have individuals share in pairs or triads. Debrief by asking what new information or insight assessment offers.
Second grade students in Michigan continue their integrative approach to social studies …
Second grade students in Michigan continue their integrative approach to social studies by focusing in on the local community. Students are introduced to a social environment larger than their immediate surroundings.
This second chapter covers the geography standards for second grade. Now that …
This second chapter covers the geography standards for second grade. Now that students have a firm understanding of what a community is, we move into the study of communities by getting students into exploring maps. In Kindergarten and First grade we had teachers construct a classroom box. This activity was designed by Dr. Phil Gersmehl and his wife Carol and is based upon some of the work they did in Harlem New York. In this chapter we once again revisit the idea of a classroom in a box, and present to you here instructions for making your own.
Trade benefits both agents when each specializes in what they have a …
Trade benefits both agents when each specializes in what they have a comparative advantage in producing and trading with another agent who has a comparative advantage in something else. The gains from trade occur based on comparative advantage, not absolute advantage. Created by Sal Khan.
When two agents have differing opportunity costs, there is potential for both …
When two agents have differing opportunity costs, there is potential for both of the to benefit if they specialize in what they each have comparative advantage in. This video explores how two parties can get better outcomes by specializing in their comparative advantage and trading. Created by Sal Khan.
In this video we work through an example of a question like …
In this video we work through an example of a question like you might see on an AP microeconomics or AP Macroeconomics exam determining who has comparative advantage in producing a good using data from a table. Topics include how to calculate opportunity costs and determine who has comparative advantage based on opportunity cost.
Students compare military recruitment posters for African Americans used for both the …
Students compare military recruitment posters for African Americans used for both the Union and Confederate armies. They analyze how the language reflects differences is attitude and perspective.
Explore factors that define levels of development. GeoInquiries are designed to be …
Explore factors that define levels of development.
GeoInquiries are designed to be fast and easy-to-use instructional resources that incorporate advanced web mapping technology. Each 15-minute activity in a collection is intended to be presented by the instructor from a single computer/projector classroom arrangement. No installation, fees, or logins are necessary to use these materials and software.
Students will compare data for two states using comparison symbols and both …
Students will compare data for two states using comparison symbols and both rounded and unrounded (exact) numbers. Students will then write their own question to compare the data.
Using primary resources, students analyze WW1 era posters and infer the audience, …
Using primary resources, students analyze WW1 era posters and infer the audience, purpose, and effectiveness of trying to get Americans to conserve food during this time. Online resource. Offers discussion questions.
In small groups, students analyze the Emancipation Proclamation, the 13th amendment, and …
In small groups, students analyze the Emancipation Proclamation, the 13th amendment, and General Order #3 in terms of tone, audience, and message, focusing on similarities and differences.
When using the expenditures approach to calculating GDP the components are consumption, …
When using the expenditures approach to calculating GDP the components are consumption, investment, government spending, exports, and imports. In this video, we explore these components in more detail. Created by Sal Khan.
Smithsonian resource. This is a collection of 6 videos (without sound) that …
Smithsonian resource. This is a collection of 6 videos (without sound) that show how early computer pioneers shaped the way people lived in the 1900s. Can be used to study technological revolutions.
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