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K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 7

The learner will investigate how and why individuals and groups make economic choices.

Objective 7.06

Compare and contrast how different economic systems address key economic factors.

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The economics of income: The rich nations mystery
Why are some countries very wealthy and others so poor? In this lesson students will learn about the factors that contribute to a nation's standard of living. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Social Studies)
Provider: National Council on Economic Education
Life on the edge: Cities on the fringe
This Xpeditions lesson focuses on centers of transportation and trade known as edge cities. Students come to understand the evolving patterns and impacts of present-day urban areas, discuss "edge cities" with which they are familiar. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 10–12 Social Studies)
Provider: National Geographic
Sprawl: The national and local situation
In this Xpeditions lesson, students investigate how urban sprawl impacts the environment, people's daily lives, and the local and regional economy. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Social Studies and Science)
Provider: National Geographic