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"How Does Where You Live Influence How You Live?" A Lesson Plan on Redlining
Learn about the history of redlining and its impact on wealth and health inequalities using historical maps and other primary sources. This three-module lesson plan includes handouts, video links, and a podcast to examine the connection between homeownership and disparities in wealth and health.
Economist Spotlight Dr Raphael Bostic
Explore patterns in home loan data with Dr. Raphael Bostic. Learn how identifying patterns can help you answer BIG QUESTIONS and create a stronger economy for everyone.
The Story of the Federal Reserve System
Read about the Federal Reserve’s structure and key responsibilities as the citizens on Planet Novus work to develop their own central bank.
Once Upon a Dime
Learn the story of the growing economy on Planet Novus and focus on the concepts of barter, currency, and banking.
Economist Spotlight: Dr. Willene A. Johnson
Travel to eastern Africa with Dr. Willene A. Johnson and use data to explore the economic activity of women in urban Tanzania. Learn about gathering and evaluating data to help answer your BIG QUESTIONS about the world!
Pathways to Economics
Dive into Econland with the quirky comic book crew to explore how economics is already a part of middle school students’ everyday lives.
Economist Spotlight: Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander
Learn about the life and work of Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander and how to think like an economist. Explore Dr. Alexander’s research on Black families during the Great Migration, practice asking BIG QUESTIONS and find the answers!