Una Historia de Interes y de Supervision
Explore los conceptos de interes, ahorrors, presupuestos y las responsabilidades de supervision de la Fed en promover la seguridad y estabilidad del sistema financiero.
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Lessons & Activities
1 Hour+
The Panic of 1907: J.P. Morgan and the Money Trust
OVERVIEW
In this lesson, students will learn about the Panic of 1907 and the measures Morgan used to finance and save the major banks and trust companies. Students will also practice close reading to analyze texts from the Pujo hearings, newspapers, and reactionary articles to develop an evidence-based argument about whether or not a money trust existed.
Related Resources
INFOGRAPHICS & COMICS
VIDEO Q&A
0-15 MIN
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.
READING Q&A
16-30 MIN
The Great Depression: An Overview
Introduce the causes and consequences of the Great Depression.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Unintended Consequences
Analyze the costs, benefits, and unintended consequences of various government policies.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
31-45 MIN
Attacking Financial Panics: Panic of 1893
Analyze connections among historical events, identify causes of financial panics, and compare documents.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
1 HOUR+
Dealing with the Depression
Examine statistical data related to the Great Depression.
