Lesson 3.3: Political, Economic, and Geographic Factors
Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to
Independent Work Before Class:
1.Read textbook + answer questions2.Glossary quiz3.Exit card4.Homework forumDo this quiz before class and after you study the glossary.
Do this short survey after class to reflect on how class went for you.
Post your notes from the readings here by 1 hour before class.
During Class:
Thinking Question: Do you think a democracy better or autocracy is better? Why?
Application Question:
Despite the income level rising in America since 2005, happiness level has fallen. The new President of USA is concerned that always focusing on GDP and improving the economy is not actually improving the quality of life for the country’s citizens. He heard about how Bhutan measures GNH, and he wants you to brief him on this idea.
Prepare a short presentation to talk about
1. The merits of this idea.2. The challenges of this idea.3. How America can measure GNH.- You can check your homework answers here after class.