Lesson 5: Competing Macroeconomic Theories
Duration of Days: 5
Lesson Objective
Students will compare Classical, Keynesian, and New Classical views on self-correction and policy.
Should the government intervene in the economy?
How quickly do markets self-correct?
C3: D2.Eco.14.9-12
CCSS: RH.11-12.9 (Compare perspectives)
DOK 4 – Extended Thinking
Students evaluate theoretical disagreements using evidence and historical examples.
Debate formats
Graphic organizers
Theory-to-policy matching activities
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Comparative written response