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Focus on Economic Data: U.S. Real GDP Growth, December 22, 2011

This lesson focuses on the December 22, 2011, third (final) estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (real GDP) growth for the third quarter (Q3) of 2011, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The current data and historical data are explained. The meaning of GDP and potential impacts of changes of GDP are explored. This lesson will also raise questions about the impact of the current level of growth on the U.S. economy and individuals.

Focus on Economic Data: U.S. Real GDP Growth, October 29, 2009

This lesson focuses on the October 29, 2009, advance estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (Real GDP) for the third quarter of 2009, reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The current data and historical data are explained. The meaning of GDP and potential impacts of changes of GDP are explored. This lesson will also raise questions about the impact of the current level of growth on the U.S. economy and individuals.

Focus on Economic Data: U.S. Real GDP Growth, August 26, 2011

This lesson focuses on the August 26, 2011, second estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (real GDP) and real GDP growth for the second quarter (Q2) of 2011, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The current data and historical data are explained. The meaning of GDP and potential impacts of changes of GDP are explored. This lesson will also raise questions about the impact of the current level of growth on the U.S. economy and individuals.

Focus: High School Economics

This revised edition features simulations, role plays, small-group discussions and other active-learning instructional activities to help students explore economic concepts through real-life applications.

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