Multiple presenters from the SMU Cox Bridwell Institute will share their expertise during this TEKS-aligned, engaging professional development session about various topics related to Personal Financial Literacy and Economics. Lunch will be provided, and attendees will have an opportunity to win one of five $50 gift cards.
Here is a brief description of the modules that will comprise the day’s learning:
Public Choice I (Analogies and Deviations of Governments and Markets) The topic of Public Choice is so pertinent to the study of economics that it is split into two sections. This first unit uses the tools of economics to make sense of political activity.
Public Choice II (Political Process) In this second unit, students better understand economics as a social science. This unit explores the interactions between voters, elected officials and bureaucrats. The importance of voting for an informed electorate is reinforced.
Economic Freedom of North America Leveraging the very successful Economic Freedom of the World research this module will cover multiple social studies subjects. This is a comprehensive approach that will employ data, maps, and graphics that are sure to engage students. Measuring economic freedom has become a driving force to understand and forecast success in economies. The more economically free societies are, the wealthier, healthier, and more successful they become. This unit explains how institutions, economics, geography, and the rule of law play major roles in well-being and dignified human flourishing.
Environmental Economics Are free markets and environmental preservation friends or foes? Often, we hear that we need a strong system of taxation and/or regulation to curb environmental degradation and the overuse of our Earth’s natural resources. In this unit, we will explore how the principles of economics can help us understand how best to preserve the environment and conserve resources for the future. Indeed, prices, property rights, and the profit and loss mechanism can all give us key insights into how we can achieve a greener future without heavy handed government involvement in the process.

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CPE

Grades 6-12
High School
Middle School
Newly Certified Teachers
Social Studies
Social Studies
TTESS 1.1 Standards and Alignment
TTESS 1.4 Activities
TTESS 2.2 Content Knowledge and Expertise
TTESS 4.3 Professional Development

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