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| Which subject | Business |
| What topic | Students will identify and explain different political and economic philosophies and their real-world applications. |
| What length (min) | 90 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Students will identify and explain different political and economic philosophies and their real-world applications.
High School (Grades 9-12)
Business
90 minutes
20
This lesson aligns with the national curriculum by incorporating critical thinking, analytical skills, and an understanding of civic principles relevant to business and economic education.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 10 | Introduce the topic of political and economic philosophies. Explain the relevance to business. |
| 2 | Direct Instruction | 20 | Present key political and economic philosophies (e.g., capitalism, socialism, communism). |
| 3 | Class Discussion | 15 | Engage students in a discussion about the characteristics and implications of each philosophy. |
| 4 | Group Activity | 25 | Divide students into groups. Each group will analyze a specific philosophy using case studies. |
| 5 | Group Presentations | 10 | Groups will present their findings to the class in an informal setting (no formal presentation needed). |
| 6 | Reflection | 5 | Conduct a guided reflection on what was learned and how these philosophies apply to current events. |
| 7 | Homework Assignment | 5 | Assign students to write a one-page reflection on how a chosen philosophy has impacted a real-world scenario. |
Students will write a one-page reflection on how a chosen political or economic philosophy has affected a real-world event or situation. Homework will be collected and graded without any in-class presentations required.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to dive into an exciting topic: political and economic philosophies. We’ll explore how these ideas shape the world of business and society around us. Understanding these philosophies isn’t just important for your academic growth, but it also helps you make sense of the current events happening in our world today. So, let’s get started!"
"Let’s move on to our next section, where I’ll introduce you to some key political and economic philosophies.
We’ll cover three major ones: capitalism, socialism, and communism.
I will show some slides to highlight the principles of each philosophy and their implications in the real world."
(Use the projector to display key points on each philosophy.)
"Now, let’s talk about these philosophies in a bit more detail. I’d like you to share your thoughts and insights.
Let’s have an open discussion. Feel free to share your perspectives and encourage your classmates to join in!"
"Great discussion, everyone! Now it’s time for a group activity.
I’ll divide you into groups of four. Each group will receive a case study that illustrates one of these philosophies in practice. Your task is to analyze the case and answer the following questions:
As you work, make sure to use the materials provided, such as poster paper and markers, to capture your ideas creatively. You’ll have 25 minutes for this activity. Let’s get started!"
"Okay, time’s up! I’d like each group to present their findings. You don’t need to worry about formality; just share your thoughts and insights from your analysis.
Let’s start with Group 1! What did you find out?"
(Encourage students to share, prompting questions when necessary to deepen the conversation.)
"Thank you all for your presentations! Now let’s take a moment to reflect.
Think about everything we've discussed today.
Take a minute to jot down your thoughts and then I’ll ask a few of you to share your reflections with the class."
"For homework, I’d like you to choose one political or economic philosophy we discussed today and write a one-page reflection on how it has affected a real-world event or situation.
Make sure to provide specific examples and analyze the implications of that philosophy.
You will turn in this assignment to me next class, and I’ll be grading it on your understanding of the concepts covered today.
Do you have any questions before we wrap up?"
"Great work today, everyone! I look forward to reading your reflections. Have a wonderful day!"