Many things sound like a great idea at first. But what happens when you explore deeper? Look beyond the surface?
In a hypothetical move, the minimum wage is suddenly raised to $50 for everyone. Celebration time? Or might there be some unintended consequences?
Raise the Wage explores the history of minimum wage laws, where they can be found (or not) around the world, comparative wages, and what could occur when the wage is raised. Discover the benefits of early work experience and see what jobs teenagers are doing, and how much they make right now. Follow Kelly and Max, two teenagers who recently had job interviews, as they experience for themselves what might happen if the minimum wage suddenly rose to $50 an hour.
What's Included in a Lesson:
Discover the comprehensive resources included in our Raise the Wage lesson:
- Student video viewing guide (with a note-taking section and 4 thematic questions)
- Video Lesson
- Lesson activity one
- Online formative assessment
- Lesson activity two
Our carefully designed lesson components work together to create an engaging and immersive learning experience, promoting critical thinking, and academic growth. From thought-provoking preview questions and informative video lessons to interactive activities and assessments, each element supports your students' understanding of key concepts and encourages meaningful discussions. Explore the richness of our Virtual International Field Trip lessons and inspire your students to embark on an exciting educational adventure that will broaden their perspectives and ignite their curiosity.
Lesson Presentation:
Select the preferred format for your lesson plan and access the interactive content designed to enrich your teaching experience.
Lesson Resources:
Our comprehensive Lesson Resources section includes an Educator How-To-Use Guide, providing step-by-step instructions and strategies for seamless lesson implementation. Engage your students with the Student Viewing Guide, which focuses their attention on key concepts and promotes active learning during the video lesson. Extend the learning experience with Lesson Activity One and Lesson Activity Two, offering interactive exercises that reinforce understanding and encourage critical thinking. With these carefully crafted resources at your fingertips, you'll have everything you need to create a dynamic and immersive educational journey for your students.
Online Formative Assessment:
Each lesson has an 11-question formative assessment, ten multiple choice questions, and one written response that will test your students' general understanding of the video. This can be done in class with technology or issued for homework.
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