A-level Economics - Comprehensive Labour demand and supply ( 6 lessons + exam Q + MS)

With over a decade of teaching experience, I’ve created this 6-lesson resource on Labour Market Forces and Government Intervention, designed to thoroughly cover every aspect of this essential topic. Packed with exam questions and detailed mark schemes, this comprehensive resource ensures both teaching and learning are effective, engaging, and exam-focused.

What’s included:

• Demand for labour as a derived demand: Explaining the concept and its significance.
• Factors affecting demand for labour: In-depth analysis of influences within firms and occupations.
• Shifts and movements along the demand curve: Examining causes and implications for labour markets.
• Marginal Revenue Product (MRP) theory:
• Definition and calculation of MRP.
• Derivation of a firm’s demand for labour using MRP.
• Supply of labour:
• Wage and non-wage factors affecting supply.
• Shifts and movements along the labour supply curve.
• Wage determination in perfect markets:
• Equilibrium wage rate and employment levels explained.
• Wage determination in imperfect markets:
• The role of trade unions in influencing wages and employment.
• Government intervention through national minimum wages and its effects.
• Wage differentials: Exploring how labour market forces lead to differences in pay.
• Transfer earnings and economic rent
• Definitions and factors influencing both.
• Detailed breakdown of their roles in different occupations.

Key Features:

• Exam-style questions and mark schemes: Ensuring students are thoroughly prepared for assessments.
• Comprehensive, accurate content: Fully aligned with the syllabus to cover every topic in detail.
• Clear graphs and calculations: Supporting students’ understanding of labour market dynamics.
• Engaging exercises: Designed to reinforce key concepts and provoke critical thinking.
• Plug-and-play design: Fully prepared lessons that save you time and enhance teaching effectiveness.

This resource covers every angle of labour market forces and government intervention, from theory to application. It’s detailed, engaging, and exam-focused—perfect for teachers who want to deliver impactful lessons and prepare their students for success.