Upcoming Events
Critically Thinking Like an Economist Online – SECONDARY Subjects
Supporting Center: Virginia Tech
Sep 29, 2020, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Learn easy a/synchronous instructional practices using basic economic concepts and reasoning tools to engage students in critical thinking about any SECONDARY subject.
2020 Election Prep: Capitalism vs. Socialism
Supporting Center: Virginia Tech
Oct 15, 2020, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Aside from the COVID pandemic, the economy is still the #1 voting issue in America. Will your students be ready to cast informed votes after they graduate?
Online Mini-Economy Institute: Create a Startup Culture in Your Class
Supporting Center: Virginia Commonwealth University
Oct 20, 2020 - Nov 17, 2020
Tuesday, October 20, 3:30-5:00 || Tuesday, October 27, 3:30-4:30 || Tuesday, November 10, 3:30-4:30 || Tuesday, November 17, 4:30-5:00
Project based learning at its best! Tap into the endless creativity of young students using a time-tested template that makes setting up your classroom economy simple. This one-month, blended institute is perfect for gaining material for online teaching.
Globalization, Robots & You: Helping Students Navigate Tomorrow’s Economy
Supporting Center: Virginia Tech
Nov 19, 2020, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Use the blockbuster movie, Avengers, to teach economics and personal finance by helping students make more informed decisions about education and careers based on the impact of globalization and automation on the U.S. economy’s workforce.