Lesson 4: Income Inequality and Distribution of Income
Duration of Days: 4
Lesson Objective
Students will describe income distribution, interpret Lorenz curves and Gini ratios, and evaluate causes of income inequality.
How is income distributed? How can inequality be measured? Why do income differences exist?
D2.Eco.1.9-12
D2.Eco.7.9-12
D2.Eco.13.9-12
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.2
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.7
Students analyze inequality using concepts, graphs, data, and examples related to income distribution and economic outcomes. DOK Level 3
Data visuals, graph labels, vocabulary organizers, cause-and-effect supports, guided reading
Graph/data interpretation questions