Economics+(Standard+4)


 * Standard: 4. Students will understand the diverse ways people make a living in Utah.**


 * Enduring Understanding: Diversity and adaptation have always been key elements of the Utah economy, and continue to be important as Utah participates in the regional, national, and international economy.**


 * Essential Question: How has Utah's economy evolved to the broad, international basis it has today?**

Lessons:
 * Exchange Mediums in Early Utah settlements
 * ZCMI and Other Co-ops
 * The Utah Economy Today
 * Attracting Business to Utah
 * Utah's Global Trade Interdependence


 * Essential Question: What role has agriculture played in the Utah economy?**

Lessons:
 * Local Agriculture: Historical View
 * Impact of Great Depression on Agriculture in Utah
 * Improvements in Agriculture over Time


 * Essential Question: Which industries have had a significant effect on broadening the Utah economy?**

Lessons:
 * Historic Impact of Mining
 * Mining Today
 * Historic impact of the railroad
 * Rail, Road, and Runway Transportation today
 * Military Installations
 * Computer and High-tech Industries
 * The Growing Demand for Power


 * Essential Question: What issues are currently affecting the Utah Economy?**

Lessons:
 * The Arts and Entertainment Industry
 * The Tourism Industry
 * The Olympic Legacy
 * Labor Unions
 * Private vs. Government Land Ownership