Economics Across Curriculum

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Fundamental economic concepts are integrated across the curriculum by Millersville University faculty and economic education experts affiliated with the Council for Economic Education (CEE). Participants will explore the connections between the economics standards and the social science and math disciplines through interactive lesson demonstrations, lectures, and activities. <BR> <BR> Instructors will incorporate many of the popular teacher training workshops offered by the Millersville University Center for Economic Education. A field trip to the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is planned (pending availability) where students will be introduced to economic education materials from the Federal Reserve Bank. Participants will learn how to write an economics lesson while studying the topics of personal finance, financial and stock markets, profit maximization, and the role of government. Recommended for high school economics, social studies, and business education teachers.