As a passionate educator specializing in IGCSE economics and A level business, I strive to craft engaging and accessible learning materials. My visually stimulating PowerPoints aim to demystify complex Econ and Biz concepts, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for the subject. By closely adhering to the curriculum while incorporating creativity, I endeavour to create a stimulating and collaborative classroom environment that inspires students to actively participate an
As a passionate educator specializing in IGCSE economics and A level business, I strive to craft engaging and accessible learning materials. My visually stimulating PowerPoints aim to demystify complex Econ and Biz concepts, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for the subject. By closely adhering to the curriculum while incorporating creativity, I endeavour to create a stimulating and collaborative classroom environment that inspires students to actively participate an
This resource is a quick and engaging activity designed to assess students’ understanding of business concepts. It works like a game, where students choose a number from 1 to 9 and attempt to answer the corresponding question or define a key term. The format is designed to be fun and interactive, making it a great starter or plenary activity for your business class.
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This 30 slide lesson goes on a journey into the world of labor unions! Discover the intricate dance of collective bargaining, the power of solidarity, and the eternal debate: are unions friend or foe?
This lesson will equip students with the knowledge to navigate the union landscape, aimed at the curious mind seeking to understand the forces that shape our economy.
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Blast off into a real-world learning adventure! Students become space explorers faced with the ultimate challenge: packing for a new planet. They’ll start by selecting essential items, but when the spacecraft’s weight limit is discovered, they must discard some items.This hands on activity helps students understand the difference between needs and wants in a fun and engaging way.
Aimed to enhance critical thinking amongst students.
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Economies and diseconomies of scale can be real head-scratchers for students. To help them untangle these tricky concepts, a well-structured worksheet can really help to organise thinking.
Memory Aids
Economies of Scale (E.O.S)- Paul Makes Fiona The Rice
Diseconomies of Scale: 3Cs and a T
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This role-play immerses students in the high-stakes world of labor negotiations. By taking on the roles of workers and management at Spaceboys plc, students experience firsthand the challenges of balancing employee demands with company profitability. It’s a dynamic way to understand the complexities of trade union work and the art of compromise.
Please enjoy!
All materials not originally created by Michelle O Looney are used with permission or under fair use guidelines.
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This resource is a quick and engaging retrieval starter on Year 10 microeconomics involves a simple randomizer: students pick a number between 1 and 8, and each number corresponds to a different microeconomics question.
You could then ask students to create their own on a specific topic to act as a starter for the next lesson.
You could also expand on responses for extra challenge.
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A concise and impactful PowerPoint on opportunity cost.
Ever chosen between hanging with friends and binge-watching your favorite show? That’s opportunity cost in action. Learn how to weigh your options and make the best choices (or at least feel less guilty about them) in this lesson.
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This 24-slide adventure takes you through the world of economic building blocks! Watch a cool video, meet the CELL (yes, that’s right, CELL!) of economic factors, and discover how they move and groove in the economy. Get ready to think critically and become a factor pro!
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Imagine the Earth as a crowded bus. At first, there were only a few passengers, but now it’s packed to the gills! That’s kind of like what’s happening with our planet’s population. In this 27 slide lesson we will learn about the ups and downs of people growth, like the natural rate of increase (think of it as the bus driver’s foot on the gas pedal) and the dependency ratio (the ratio of kids and old folks to working-age people). We’ll also talk about net migration (people getting on or off the bus) and the optimal population (the perfect number of people for a place). And since we’ve recently hit 8 billion passengers, we’ll ponder what the future holds: Will the bus get even more cramped, or can we find a way to make everyone comfortable?
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Ever wondered why some countries are swimming in gold while others are struggling to make ends meet? In this eye-opening 33 slide lesson, we’ll uncover the secrets behind the global wealth divide.
We’ll explore the three key indicators—GDP, GNI, and HDI—that paint a clearer picture of a nation’s prosperity. Get ready for some data-filled landscapes and thought-provoking discussions through the use of video.
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In a mere 36 slides, this lesson magically transforms complex economics into what is hoped to be an entertaining journey. Students will effortlessly navigate the enchanting world of GDP, discovering how economies breathe and pulsate through the circular flow of income.
With the help of a captivating video and a sprinkle of doughnut-fueled thought, they’ll ride the waves of the business cycle and emerge as budding economic growth wizards, armed with the knowledge of whether size truly equates to success.
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This 29-slide lesson is your secret decoder ring to the world of economics. Uncover the mystery of scarcity, dive deep into needs versus wants, and meet the famous CELL gang (you’ll thank me later!). Building on what you already know, this presentation is your guide to cracking the economic code and understanding why choices matter.
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Get ready to shake things up in the classroom!
This isn’t your average economics lesson. It’s a high-five-filled frenzy where students become the market! By transforming handshakes into the hottest commodity, you’ll watch as a bustling marketplace emerges, complete with eager buyers and sellers. This activity is edited from Jacob Clifford on youtube.
Throw in some ‘cards as cash’ as currency and watch the trading escalate. Introduce the high-five as a sneaky substitute, and the market will react like never before. It’s like watching a real-life economic experiment unfold!
And the fun doesn’t stop there. Let’s see how the market responds to a government shake-up! Introduce a maximum price on handshakes or slap on a hefty handshake tax. Watch as the market twists and turns, and students grapple with the consequences.
This isn’t just an activity; it’s a market rollercoaster! Students will be so engaged, they won’t even realize they’re learning about supply, demand, equilibrium, and government intervention. It’s the perfect way to shake off the boredom and shake up their understanding of economics!
Are you ready to create a classroom market that’s as dynamic as the real world?
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This effective 15-slide resource brings the Production Possibility Curve (PPC) to life. With clear explanations and a fun fan and plane activity, students will grasp the concept effortlessly. The resource includes key definitions, a handy Q2CELL memory aid for shifters of the PPC.
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Supply Stretch is a dynamic 17-slide presentation that delves into the world of price elasticity of supply. This resource equips students with the knowledge to understand how responsive producers are to price changes. With a handy PSSST memory aid to master the factors affecting PES students will become supply elasticity experts in no time.
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In this 34 slide lesson students dive headfirst into the world of stakeholders, learning that they’re like the people who have a stake in the company—from shareholders to customers and even the environment. They explore the different types, like internal and external stakeholders, and how they can sometimes clash like rival superheroes.
The lesson also covers the power/interest grid, a handy tool to figure out who’s got the most clout and care.
To make it even more fun, students watch a video and act out their own stakeholder dramas, putting their newfound knowledge to the test.
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This 27 slide lesson delves into the multifaceted issue of poverty, examining its definitions, types, and underlying causes. Students will critically analyze the government’s role in poverty alleviation through the lens of supply-side policies. To enhance understanding, students will engage in a documentary analysis (optional) and explore the significance of initiatives like Challenge Poverty week.
This comprehensive approach aims to foster a nuanced perspective on poverty and inspire thoughtful discussions about potential solutions.
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So, imagine the labor force as a big pool of people ready to work. But just like a pool, there are sometimes waves and ripples that can cause some people to be out of the water. These waves are called unemployment. This 43 slide lesson is going to break it all down!
We’ve got different types: the slightly lunmotivated ones (structural), the seasonal ones (cyclical), and the unlucky ones (frictional).
To fix this, we need to smooth out the waves, train the slightly umotivated ones, and help the unlucky ones find their sea legs. Oh, and there’s this guy named Philips who discovered that there’s a trade-off between unemployment and inflation.
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In this 49-slide lesson on inflation, we’re not just talking about the rising cost of living – we’re diving deep into the economic equivalent of a balloon being overinflated.
From the basics of what inflation is to the complex interplay of factors that cause it, this lesson is a examines the role of money. Think of it as a financial detective story, complete with a catchy song to help you remember the CPI formula. By the end, you’ll be able to confidently distinguish between inflation, deflation, and disinflation – and you might even have a new appreciation for the humble balloon.
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This comprehensive 32 slide lesson dives deep into the supply-side of the economy. Starting with a hands-on exploration of China, it guides students through various supply-side policies using engaging examples and activities. From interactive learning aids to expert challenges, students will develop a solid understanding of how government policies can impact the supply in an economiy and ultimately economic growth.
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