Teaching the New Tools of Monetary Policy
Resources for teaching the Fed's monetary policy tools in an ample-reserves framework.
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Fiscal & Monetary Policy
OVERVIEW
This infographic defines fiscal and monetary policy and highlights their key differences. It also illustrates the common goals of each policy: to influence and stabilize the economy by promoting price stability and maximum employment.
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CURRICULUM UNITS
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
1 HOUR+
Beige Book in the Classroom
Learn how the Fed's Beige Book reflects economic conditions.
VIDEO Q&A
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Monetary Policy, Part 1: The Fed and the Dual Mandate
Explain how the Fed adjusts a target range for the federal funds rate.
MODULES
31-45 MIN
The Fed's New Monetary Policy Tools
Explore the new monetary policy tools of the Fed.
AUDIO Q&A
0-15 MIN
Monetary Policy
Discuss the Federal Reserve's use of monetary policy.
READING Q&A
16-30 MIN
Jargon Alert: Helicopter Money
Learn about a tool to stimulate economies and fight deflationary pressures.
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Supply & Demand: How Do Markets Determine Price?
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Price Ceilings & Price Floors
Learn about the effects of price controls on a market.
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Trade: Why Do Nations Trade?
Visualize key components of international trade.
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Economic Systems
Contrast market and command economies.
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Gross Domestic Product
Visualize the components of Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
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Circular Flow
Visualize the circular flow diagram.
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Maximum Employment
Learn about maximum employment and how it is measured.
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Price Stability
Learn about price stability and how it is measured.
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Taxes
The infographic highlights that taxes are used to pay for the goods and services that different levels of government provide.
