Capitalism/Socialism/Communism
OBJECTIVE: Students will examine the various philosophies surrounding economic and social relationships between the state and the individual, with particular focus on Adam Smith and Karl Marx.
Economic philosophes of each of these two men will be analyzed to determine their strengths and weaknesses
Economic philosophes of each of these two men will be analyzed to determine their strengths and weaknesses
RATIONALE: Students need to understand the factors that impact the economic opportunities or limits that are presented to them as a member of the American Economic system
EVIDENCE: By listing the various components of Capitalism, Socialism and Communism, students will gain a true understanding of the current economic system we live under and will become informed voters to either modify the system or reinforce its principles.
Types of Economic Systems Presentation - Here is the Presentation
Watch the Socialism vs Capitalism Video -
Comm vs Soc Worksheet #3
Start on Chapter 31 from the textbook, remember we are only doing Section #1 from Chapter 31. You will answers textbook questions on page 658 Q's 1-6, and the Section #1 Quiz
Chapter 31 Textbook - Section #1
Chapter 31 Section #1 Quiz
Watch the Socialism vs Capitalism Video -
Comm vs Soc Worksheet #3
Start on Chapter 31 from the textbook, remember we are only doing Section #1 from Chapter 31. You will answers textbook questions on page 658 Q's 1-6, and the Section #1 Quiz
Chapter 31 Textbook - Section #1
Chapter 31 Section #1 Quiz