About This Lesson
This kit is designed to integrate basic economic concepts with media literacy and critical thinking skills into U.S. history through decoding of print and audiovisual media materials. Media materials include posters, popular and documentary films, news articles, editorials, and excerpts from TV shows. Each lesson includes a student reading and worksheet, with core content and vocabulary tied to the NCSS and NCTE learning standards. Aligned with Common Core Standards: RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.7, SL.11-12.2, RH.11-12.7, SL.11-12.1.c
Very good lesson plan on the basic concepts of capitalism and free markets. Includes links to various lessons, video clips, materials, teacher's guides, worksheets, readings and supplements. You need to register on the site, but it is free of charge.