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Auburn University

Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Depression Defined

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a very thorough definition of economic depression by Dr. Paul Johnson of Auburn University.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Uruguay Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents an overview of the economy in Uruguay with additional statistical information concerning GDP, poverty rate, labor force, household income, debt, currency, and more.
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Auburn University

Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Specialization

For Students 9th - 10th
Dr. Johnson defines the term "specialization" and reasons for its development in our economy.
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Smith, Marx, and Keynes

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Curated OER

Virtual Economy: David Ricardo: Theories

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses the two theories that Ricardo created. The Distribution theory and the International Trade theory (Comparative) are explained in detail.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Quiz: Changing Economies

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your knowledge of collective learning with this quiz.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Us History: 1844 1877: The Slave Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
The South relied on slavery heavily for economic prosperity and used wealth as a way to justify enslavement practices.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: A Consumer Economy

For Students 5th - 8th
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.
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Auburn University

Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Fiscal Policy Defined

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Auburn University

Auburn University: A Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Market

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent introduction to the concept of markets. Also includes links to related topics.
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Auburn University

Auburn University: A Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Profit

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a good definition of the economic concept of profit prepared by Dr. Paul Johnson of Auburn University.
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Auburn University

Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Scarcity Explained

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a very thorough definition of scarcity prepared by Dr. Paul Johnson of Auburn University. The site includes hyperlinks to related topics.
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Auburn University

Auburn University: Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Competition Defined

For Students 9th - 10th
This Auburn University site is a very good explanation of competition, including hyperlinks to related topics such as monopoly and substitute goods.
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PBS

Pbs Online News Hour Extra: Obama Outlines Economic Plan in Address to Congress

For Students 9th - 10th
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
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Other

Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation

For Students 9th - 10th
The homepage of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) provides links to articles and issues concerning the economies of East Asia and Pacific nations.
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Other

Tourism Thailand: The Official Website for Tourism in Thailand

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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PBS

Pbs News Hour Extra: When Will the Recession End

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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...
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Other

Republic of Moldova: Official Website

For Students 9th - 10th
This official site of the Republic of Moldova provides information about the country's history, culture, economy, society, government, and news.
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Oman

For Students 9th - 10th
A concise description of Oman, including geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, transnational issues.
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Oman

For Students 9th - 10th
A concise description of Oman, including geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, transnational issues. The resource includes a map.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Uruguay

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Uruguay's economy, government, history, or people either as a quick fact or more expanded version at this very comprehensive site.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: The Bahamas

For Students 9th - 10th
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.