Attacking Financial Panics: Panic of 1893
Analyze connections among historical events, identify causes of financial panics, and compare documents.
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16-30 min
Jargon Alert: Real Interest Rate
OVERVIEW
This reading assignment includes an explanation of what the real interest rate is as well as how it affects borrowing, lending, and investment. Students also examine the difference between real and nominal interest rates.
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Supervision and Regulation
Learn how the Fed regulates U.S. financial institutions.
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Econ Lowdown Podcast Series
21 Economics audio assignments for your classroom
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
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The Panic of 1907: J.P. Morgan and the Money Trust
Define bank run, bank panic, monopoly, and central bank, using the historical context of the Panic of 1907.
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0-15 MIN
Getting Real about Interest Rates
Review why price stability is important.
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Getting Real About Interest Rates Video
This video explores the effect of inflation on purchasing power and the distinction between real and nominal interest rates.
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16-30 MIN
Jargon Alert: Business Cycles
Learn about characteristics of the business cycle.
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Jargon Alert: Full Employment
Learn about factors influencing the unemployment rate.
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16-30 MIN
Jargon Alert: Helicopter Money
Learn about a tool to stimulate economies and fight deflationary pressures.
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16-30 MIN
Jargon Alert: Leading Indicators
Learn about leading economic indicators and their use in forecasting the economy.
