Author
Douglas Briggs
Waukesha,
At the International Foundation, she manages a team of editors and has the responsiblity for publication of books concerning employee pension, health and welfare plans. Prior to joining IFEBP, she enjoyed more than thirty years in personal finance, consumer and economic education--first as a teacher and later educating teachers.
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Published Resources
6-8, 9-12
Case Study on Productivity (Part 1) - Henry Ford and the Model T
In this economics lesson, students will create an assembly line to learn how specialization increases productivity.
Lesson
6-8, 9-12
Case Study on Productivity (Part 2) - Henry Ford and the Model T
In economics lesson, students will research Henry Ford’s innovations to find strategies that improve productivity.
Lesson
6-8, 9-12
Case Study on Productivity (Part 3) - Henry Ford and the Model T
In this economics lesson, students analyze shifts in supply and demand in the auto market and related markets.
Lesson
K-2
The Little Red Hen is a Producer and a Consumer
In this economics lesson, students will use real-world examples to understand how consumers and producers interact.
Lesson
9-12, 6-8
Sweet Opportunities - Three Types of Business Organizations
In this economics lesson, students will learn about 3 types of business organizations using candy companies.
Lesson
6-8, 9-12
Transportation: They Say We Had a Revolution (Part 3)
Advancements in transportation have played a key role in the growth of our nation. U.S. government policies hav…
Lesson
6-8, 9-12
Transportation: They Say We Had a Revolution (Part 1)
Advancements in transportation have played a key role in the growth of our nation. U.S.government policies have …
Lesson
What Happened to Railroads?
Between the Civil War and World War II, railroads were one of the nation's most important businesses and an inte…
How Labor Got Its Day
If you asked students what comes to mind first when they think of Labor Day, what do you think they…
9-12
Deceptive Advertising: Crossing the Line
Businesses use advertising to tell consumers about the goods and services they are selling. Businesses hope that…
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