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Unit 2: The Stock Market. Lesson 7 : Economic Indicators Day 2. Lesson Objective. SWBAT analyze the relationship between positive economic indicators and investment choices. WOTD/Initial Activity. Predictive R elating to or having the effect of predicting an event or result
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Unit 2: The Stock Market Lesson 7: Economic Indicators Day 2
Lesson Objective • SWBAT analyze the relationship between positive economic indicators and investment choices.
WOTD/Initial Activity • Predictive • Relating to or having the effect of predicting an event or result • Initial Activity • Base you answer on your background knowledge • Define in your own words: • Leading economic indicator • Lagging economic indicator • GDP • Non-farm payrolls • Share Out
Activity 1: Economic Indicators WebQuest • Focus Question: How do investors use economic indicators to choose which stocks to invest in? • Directions: Collect a computer and then find 2 different stocks that you would potentially invest in if this indicator were to rise. • You may work in groups and split up the work load as you want • Complete the second section of the graphic organizer • Share Out & Chart Definitions on Board
Summary Discussion • How useful do you believe economic indicators are for directing you investment decisions?