The International Towne curriculum includes lessons in three themes which are mapped to Colorado Content Standards and Personal Financial Literacy Standards as well as to Common Core Standards. Included in these lessons are hands-on activities that teach in a fun, experiential way. All of this learning prepares students for the culminating day where they will run International Towne.
When you sign up to participate in the International Towne program, you will receive a web link and a password to access the International Towne curriculum. The hands-on, interactive lessons and activities not only teach basic global economics, but also reinforce cultural awareness, geography, math, science, language arts, and civics. They can be incorporated into your school’s daily schedule over a period of time that works best for you. The culminating activity is a trip to the International Towne facility, where your students spend the day role-playing as consumers and producers in a global marketplace of 16 countries. It’s an unforgettable experience that fosters lifelong learning!
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International Towne Curriculum Chapters:
Chapter 1 – Interdependence
- Interdependence
- International trade
- Sustainability
- Advantages/disadvantages of free trade
Chapter 2 – Supply and Demand
- Supply and demand
- Scarcity
- Specialization
Chapter 3 – Navigating Different Cultures
- International business practices
- Greetings
- Currency exchange
- Interest rates
- Credit cards
- Philanthropy
Chapter 4 – Day of Town Preparation and Closing Activities
Students prepare for their day in International Towne by holding country meetings and training for their Towne positions as Presidents, Customs Agents, Finance Ministers, and Currency Exchange Specialists.
Students then participate in the one-day International Towne experience.
Afterwards, these lessons conducted back at school evaluate country productivity and test concepts learned through fun activities such as GLOBE Bingo, International Trivia, and Jeopardy.
