unit 2: the stock market lesson 7: economic indicators day 2

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?