Auburn University
Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Depression Defined
This is a very thorough definition of economic depression by Dr. Paul Johnson of Auburn University.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Uruguay Economy
Presents an overview of the economy in Uruguay with additional statistical information concerning GDP, poverty rate, labor force, household income, debt, currency, and more.
Auburn University
Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Specialization
Dr. Johnson defines the term "specialization" and reasons for its development in our economy.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Smith, Marx, and Keynes
Spanning three centuries of history, from the dawn of the industrial age to modern times, three diverse thinkers developed their own landmark theories on commerce, labor, and the global economy. The three economists profiled in this...
Curated OER
Virtual Economy: David Ricardo: Theories
This site discusses the two theories that Ricardo created. The Distribution theory and the International Trade theory (Comparative) are explained in detail.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Quiz: Changing Economies
Test your knowledge of collective learning with this quiz.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1844 1877: The Slave Economy
The South relied on slavery heavily for economic prosperity and used wealth as a way to justify enslavement practices.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: A Consumer Economy
The booming economy of the 1920s introduced new products and ways of paying for those products. Read about the increase in the kinds of household appliances, places to buy the appliances, and the financing of all those new consumer goods.
Auburn University
Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Fiscal Policy Defined
This definition of fiscal policy, prepared by Dr. Paul Johnson of Auburn University, is a very thorough definition of the concept, including hyperlinks to related topics.
Auburn University
Auburn University: A Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Market
An excellent introduction to the concept of markets. Also includes links to related topics.
Auburn University
Auburn University: A Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Profit
This site provides a good definition of the economic concept of profit prepared by Dr. Paul Johnson of Auburn University.
Auburn University
Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Scarcity Explained
This is a very thorough definition of scarcity prepared by Dr. Paul Johnson of Auburn University. The site includes hyperlinks to related topics.
Auburn University
Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Competition Defined
This Auburn University site is a very good explanation of competition, including hyperlinks to related topics such as monopoly and substitute goods.
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour Extra: Obama Outlines Economic Plan in Address to Congress
President Obama addresses Congress with his plan for the economy following his signing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Teachers and leaders can utilize the discussion questions provided. February 25, 2009
Other
Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation
The homepage of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) provides links to articles and issues concerning the economies of East Asia and Pacific nations.
Other
Tourism Thailand: The Official Website for Tourism in Thailand
Take an online tour of Thailand, learning about the country's festivals, special events, and tourist activities. Great source for general information about Thailand, including facts about its history, religion, geography, economy, social...
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: When Will the Recession End
PBS's NewsHour Extra provides an Economic, Government, and History lesson concerning the four economic indicators impact on a country. Includes two detailed activities. The first exercise covers the history of the U.S. economy from...
Other
Republic of Moldova: Official Website
This official site of the Republic of Moldova provides information about the country's history, culture, economy, society, government, and news.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Italy
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Italy. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Oman
A concise description of Oman, including geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, transnational issues.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Oman
A concise description of Oman, including geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, transnational issues. The resource includes a map.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Uruguay
Read about Uruguay's economy, government, history, or people either as a quick fact or more expanded version at this very comprehensive site.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Venezuela
It's easy to explore the South American country of Venezuela through "Facts at a Glance". Discover information about geography, culture, economy, government, climate, and more. If you want more, take a look at the notes and commentary.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: The Bahamas
All you ever wanted to know about the Bahamas can be found here. Organized by quick fact charts or more detailed commentary, information includes geography, government, economy, climate, and more.