An Aging Population - Economic Problem or Opportunity

Grade Focus
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Age Level
14, 15, 16, 17
Subject
Business
Technology Integration Activity
Discovering the Internet
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Economic Impact - Aging Population (DOC, 611K)

Introduction

Students will research the various effects of an aging population on the economy.  Research will be conducted using the Internet.  Students will write a discussion paper taking either a “negative or positive impact” approach to the topic.  The paper will include charts and graphs where appropriate.  Students will separate into small groups and debate the effects of aging on the economy and society in general.

Prerequisite Experience

Students will have experience with Internet research and the use of a word processor.

Teacher Prep Time

varies (30 minutes)
Teacher should be familiar with both sides of this argument and should look through the materials found in the Explore section. The teachers should be familiar with Imaging and word processing. He/she can review the training materials dealing with image editing at www.NortelLearniT.org.

Project

Students will research, reflect and debate the economic impact of an aging population. Students will produce a paper in which they will outline both sides of the argument and provide their “studied” opinion supporting one side or the other. Students will divide into small groups and debate the topic and discuss their findings.

Assessment/Grading

A project rubric has been provided to assist in assessing the paper. Students can do a group assessment of the debate.

Time Management Tips

Students can work either individually or in groups during the research stage. Each student must submit a paper. Divide the class for the debate.