A Cotton Tale
Analyze the causes and consequences of cotton production in the U.S.
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16-30 min
What Are the Ingredients for Growth?
OVERVIEW
This reading assignment discusses the role that economic institutions play in fostering long-term economic growth. Is there a recipe for economic growth? If it were only that easy. While the exact recipe is a mystery, economists have identified some of the key ingredients. Print the article.
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Learn about the Fed's actions during the financial crisis of 2007-2009.
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The Business Cycle
This audio assignment describes how the economy moves through phases of the business cycle.
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Economic Growth
Learn about economic growth and how technology impacts factors of production.
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0-15 MIN
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Quickly introduce AP Macro content and provide immediate feedback.
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A Dollar's Worth: Inflation Is Real
Learn more about inflation, how it’s measured, and how the inflation rate is calculated.
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Review advertising history and strategies ads use to create demand.
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Banking Basics
Describe the differences between banks, online banks, and credit unions.
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Bitcoin: Money or Financial Investment
Discover the differences of how people view Bitcoin.
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16-30 MIN
Does International Trade Create Winners and Losers?
Provide an overview of the basics of trade.
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Get an Education, Even if it Means Borrowing
Learn about the benefits and costs of student loans.
READING Q&A
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Is College Still Worth the High Price?
Declining college enrollment raises doubts about its value for high school graduates.
READING Q&A
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Money & Missed Opportunities
Learn about the risks of ignoring unseen costs.
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Learn about the risks of ignoring unseen costs.
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Retirement Account Basics
Explore the most common retirement savings plans.
