Presented by NCCEE

Grade 9-12
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Famous Women in Economics

Time: 60 mins,
Presenter: North Carolina Council on Economic Education
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Objective

Teachers will be able to:

  • Examine why there are so few women with careers as economists.
  • Explain to students why they may want to pursue the field of economics.

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Human Capital, Income Distribution, Scarcity

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Description

This webinar highlights women who have made key contributions to the field of economics.  Walk away with an understanding of why there are so few women in the field, how some of these important players are making an impact and finally, learn how to inspire your students to pursue their own economics studies and careers. Bring back a turn-key ready mini lesson to your high school classroom!

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