This lesson is designed around the iGCSE Business Studies curriculum (Cambridge) however could easily be used for other exam boards. This lesson focuses on Laissez-faire, autocratic, and democratic leadership styles. There is a printable starter and main activity included.
Included:
PPT (with bell ringer & plenary included)
Starter
Main Activity
*Because of copyright issues I have not included examples of real world ‘leaders’ however I would recommend doing so to contextualize the issue for students.
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An interactive escape room lesson about stakeholders and stakeholder conflict. Six fun task cards are included that explore the main stakeholders both internally and externally found in many businesses. The lesson provides a fun and interactive introduction to stakeholders.
Included:
Six task cards to complete the escape room relating to stakeholders
PowerPoint with starter and plenary
Lesson Plan
Answer sheet for teacher
Answer sheet for students
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An interactive escape room lesson that explores market research. There are seven fun task cards that include relating to primary and secondary research.
Lesson Objectives:
• To be able to identify what is meant by ‘market research’.
• To be able to explain what is meant by primary and secondary research with given examples.
Included:
Seven task cards
PowerPoint with starter and plenary
Lesson Plan
Answer sheet for teacher
Answer sheet for students
An interactive escape room lesson that explores Belbin’s team roles. There are seven fun task cards that include activities relating to the nine Belbin team roles. The lesson provides a fun and interactive introduction to the importance of team work and how identifying key team member skills can increase performance.
Lesson Objectives:
• To be able to understand Belbin’s team roles framework
• To be able to apply Belbin’s team roles for team optimization
Included:
Seven task cards
PowerPoint with starter and plenary
Lesson Plan
Answer sheet for teacher
Answer sheet for students
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Students should be able to explain what is meant by the term ‘corporate social responsibility’. Each activity aims to build upon students understanding of why CSR is important and why organizations are trying to become more socially responsible, and what the advantages and disadvantages are for a business in doing so.
Learning Objectives
•To be able to define the meaning of ‘corporate social responsibility’.
•To be able to explain the different ways businesses can be socially responsible.
Included:
PowerPoint
Starter
Three Main Activities
Plenary
Lesson Plan
Worksheet that includes questions about artificial intelligence. The worksheet includes five questions that relate to artificial intelligence, what AI is able to do, and where AI is already currently being used.
This is a quick prep activity that could be used to structure a full lesson, as it asks students to go into detail when explaining their answers. After students complete the activity, the answers could be debated with the whole class.
An interactive escape room lesson about recruitment and selection. Easy to prep lesson, simply print the task cards off in advance. The lesson provides a fun introduction to recruitment and selection, and the various ways that businesses can recruit employees.
Included:
Five task cards to complete the escape room relating to recruitment and selection
PowerPoint with starter and plenary
Lesson Plan
Answer sheet for teacher
Answer sheet for students
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An interactive escape room lesson about sources of finance. Six fun task cards are included that explore both internal and external sources of finance. The lesson provides a fun and interactive introduction to the main sources of finance in business.
Included:
Six task cards to complete the escape room relating to sources of finance
PowerPoint with starter and plenary
Lesson Plan
Answer sheet for teacher
Answer sheet for students
Full lesson included on opportunity cost. This lesson was originally designed for the iGCSE Business Studies Cambridge course, however it would definitely be suitable for most business courses.
Included:
PPT (with bell ringer and all the key information to teach the topic)
Lesson Plan
x2 teaching activities (one printable and one on PPT)
Homework
Printable plenary activity
Worksheet that includes questions about career planning and development. The worksheet includes five questions that encourage students to think about their career and the steps they need to take to achieve their career goals.
This is a quick prep activity that could be used to structure a full lesson, as it asks students to go into detail when explaining their answers. After students complete the activity, the answers could be debated with the whole class.
Students should be able to explain what is meant by the term customer service and the features of good customer service. Each activity aims to build upon students understanding of the importance of customer service in a business setting.
Learning Objectives
•To be able to define what is meant by ‘customer service’.
•To be able to explain the importance of customer service.
Included:
PowerPoint
Starter
Three Main Activities
Plenary
Lesson Plan
Students should be able to identify the meaning of ‘market research’ and be able to explain what is meant by quantitative and qualitative research and data. Each activity aims to give students a basic understanding of different types of research that can be carried out, and the advantages and disadvantages of choosing each method.
Learning Objectives
To be able to define what is meant by ‘market research’.
To be able to explain what is meant by quantitative and qualitative data.
Included:
PowerPoint
Starter
Three Main Activities
Plenary
Lesson Plan
Bundle for teaching about artificial intelligence!
Included in this bundle are a variety of resources to teach about artificial intelligence. Each activity included in this bundle aims to build upon students understanding of artificial intelligence. There are bell ringer activities and a range of questions included to test students understanding of the topic.
Included:
Artificial Intelligence - Worksheet
Artificial Intelligence - Multiple Choice Quiz
Artificial Intelligence - Escape Room
Artificial Intelligence - Homework with Answer Sheet
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Worksheet that includes questions on the purpose of a business plan, what would be included on a business plan, and who would view a businesses plans. The worksheet is leveled with green and orange chilies, so that students can choose questions that are best suited to their ability.
Students should be able to explain what is meant by the term ‘supply chain management’ and what the objectives of supply chain management are. Each activity aims to build upon students understanding of the importance of implement just-in-time methods of stock control.
Learning Objectives
To be able to explain the objectives of supply chain management.
To be able to explain the purpose of implementing just-in-time methods of stock control.
Included:
PowerPoint
Starter
Three Main Activities
Plenary
Lesson Plan
Students should be able to identify the meaning of ‘e-commerce’ and the advantages and disadvantages of e-commerce for both the buyer and seller. Each activity aims to give students a basic understanding of how technology has influenced consumers spending habits and the way in which businesses operate.
Learning Objectives
To be able to define what is meant by ‘e-commerce’.
To be able to explain the advantages and disadvantages of ‘e-commerce’
Included:
Included:
PowerPoint
Starter
Two Main Activities
Plenary
Lesson Plan
Worksheet that includes questions about school rules. The worksheet includes five questions that relate to why it is important to have school rules and how we can make sure people follow school rules, etc.
This is a quick prep activity that could be used to structure a full lesson, as it asks students to go into detail when explaining their answers. After students complete the activity, the answers could be debated with the whole class.
Lesson Plan: Leadership Styles in Action
Objective:
Students will understand the different leadership styles, their characteristics, and how they are exemplified in real-world business scenarios. They will analyze case studies and engage in discussions to demonstrate their comprehension of each leadership style.
Materials Needed:
Whiteboard and markers
Chart paper and markers
Website article
Exploring the Marketing Mix - The 4 P’s
Objective:
Students will understand the concept of the marketing mix and how the 4 P’s (Product, Price, Place, Promotion) are used to create effective marketing strategies. They will analyze case studies and engage in interactive activities to demonstrate their comprehension of each element of the marketing mix.
Materials Needed:
● Whiteboard and markers
● Chart paper and markers
● Access to device with the internet
● Link to case study form lesson plan and main activity