Ace Economics - This resource is a collection of economics teaching ideas, thoughts, and activities that I have used and refined over my journey of 46 years teaching. having escaped thew tyranny of the textbook. I have focussed on developing and refining creative and engaging activities to connect students with the real world and through problem solving, teamwork and gamification connect their study with their learning. The media and the real world as the entrée that catches the students' initial interest and curiosity. Think of your well-planned teaching program as the main course, the activities and ideas shared here are the dessert - the sweet treat to wrap up a great meal.
Or you already have three Aces - the syllabus, the text, your passion and experience - why not go for four Aces and take advantage of the ideas and activities in Ace Economics!
101 different engaging, creative and interactive ideas and activities, to come to your rescue when you need them or to inspire you to create more of your own resources.
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After nearly 50 years of learning and teaching economics, this is a collection of my observations, ideas and teaching activities that supplement and reinforce textbooks and other resources for teachers.
I have been an IB teacher for over 25 years and a SACE ( South Australian Certificate of Education) economics exam setter, supervisor, marker and moderator for over 34 years. My passion for economics education has also seen me editor/Facebook web master for the Economics Teachers Society of South Australia, past president and Life Member.
I have seen the change in education from textbook driven to teachers trying to engage and connect with students who have been overwhelmed with the information explosion on the internet. They struggle to find focus, read widely and deeply and often strive for the shortest path to completing their studies. Unfortunately, the opportunity cost of these short cuts is a loss of understanding and deeper engagement.
These resource ideas and activities focus on actively engaging students in a creative manner, with an emphasis on teamwork, problem solving and gamification.
There are a 101 activities and ideas - and in a busy teaching life, it is my hope that this resource will help a teacher and help give back some time and space.
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