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Day 1

Mutually Beneficial Exchange

Active Learning
Students barter in class to reveal some of the benefits of trade firsthand.

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International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (20)

TikTok
Yes, you read correctly. TikTok-er Demi Skipper starts trading with a bobby pin and ends up with a trailer.

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Day 2

Specialization and the Division of Labor

Interactive Game
Students guess how long it would take for one person to make a chicken sandwich from scratch (e.g., raising a chicken).

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Video
Sometimes the importance of specialization is best illustrated when it is completely absent. This hilarious video features one guy’s quest to make a chicken sandwich from scratch!

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International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (26)

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Days 3 – 4

Comparative Advantage

Video + Comprehension Q's
The simple story of Bob and Ann help students understand comparative advantage and opportunity cost.

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Online Quiz
Students will be introduced to the “replication crisis,” the phenomenon that many psychological findings do not replicate, in an unusual way.

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Day 5

Gains from Trade

Interactive Practice
We say that trade increases the size of the pie, but sometimes that extra slice can be hard to visualize. This interactive identifies how total surplus increases when trade expands.

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (31)

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (32)

Interactive Game
What was the impact of the shipping container on worldwide trade and other measures of economic well-being?

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High School Economics

AP Microeconomics

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Day 6

Tariffs, Trade Barriers, and Protectionism

Interactive Game
What happened to trade when the U.S. imposed a 30% tariff on washing machines?

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Fun News Articles
Do you know about the Santa wars? Or why it mattered if the X-Men were considered human or not? Tariff dodging comes to life in these real-world (but unbelievable) examples!

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International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (38)

Featuring:

Videos
Introduce a key concept, like comparative advantage, using an animated video with integrated questions.

Active Learning
Can you trade up from a paperclip to a house? Seems crazy (but it actually happened!). Students start the unit with a hands-on bartering activity.

Technical Info

Google Docs-based materials for easy editing and adaptation

Google Slides for teaching

Google Forms available for all Exit Tickets

Answer keys available for every assignment

Videos available through YouTube

Getting Started

1) Fill outthis formto request curriculum
and answer keys.

2) MRU will verify that you’re a teacher.


3) MRU will send you an email with a link to lesson plans, assignments, and answer keys.


4) If you have any questions,
email us!

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Outstanding videos and practice questions - nothing like it anywhere. This is reshaping how I teach and what I teach - I have shared it with my colleagues. Thank you for your forward-thinking approach to teaching.

– Dave S., Canada

I've found this new format (connecting video-homework-multiple choice, etc. in a "pill" format) absolutely terrific!

– Mario S., Spain

My students loved the globalization lessons. They were really engaged and particularly liked the videos.

– Kathleen B., USA

I love it! It looks like so much fun to teach. I can't wait.

– Joe P., USA

Globalization is a huge curriculum need. This fills the void.

– Michelle C., USA

I really enjoyed the curriculum as it made globalization real for the students.

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I will 100% be replacing my current unit on globalization with this!

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Outstanding videos and practice questions - nothing like it anywhere.
This is reshaping how I teach and what
I teach - I have shared it with my colleagues. Thank you for your forward-thinking approach to teaching.– Dave S., Canada

I've found this new format (connecting video-homework-multiple choice, etc. in
a "pill" format) absolutely terrific!

– Mario S., Spain

My students loved the globalization lessons. They were really engaged and particularly liked the videos.

– Kathleen B., USA

I love it! It looks like so much fun to teach. I can't wait.

– Joe P., USA

Globalization is a huge curriculum need. This fills the void.

– Michelle C., USA

I really enjoyed the curriculum as it made globalization real for the students.

– Michael S., USA

I will 100% be replacing my current unit on globalization with this!

– Kyle D., USA

– Testimonials –

Unit PlanOverview

Day 1

Mutually Beneficial Exchange

Active Learning

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (41)

Students barter in class to reveal some of the benefits of trade firsthand.

TikTok

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (42)

Yes, you read correctly. TikTok-er Demi Skipper starts trading with a bobby pin and ends up with a trailer.

Featuring:

Day 2

Specialization and the Division of Labor

Interactive Game

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (43)

Students guess how long it would take for one person to make a chicken sandwich from scratch (e.g., raising a chicken).

Video

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (44)

Sometimes the importance of specialization is best illustrated when it is completely absent. This hilarious video features one guy’s quest to make a chicken sandwich from scratch!

Featuring:

Days 3 – 4

ComparativeAdvantage

Video + Comprehension Q's

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (45)

The simple story of Bob and Ann help students understand comparative advantage and opportunity cost.

Online Quiz

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (46)

Students will be introduced to the “replication crisis,” the phenomenon that many psychological findings do not replicate, in an unusual way.

Featuring:

Day 6

Tariffs, Trade Barriers, and Protectionism

Interactive Game

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (47)

What happened to trade when the U.S. imposed a 30% tariff on washing machines?

Fun News Articles

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (48)

Do you know about the Santa wars? Or why it mattered if the X-Men were considered human or not? Tariff dodging comes to life in these real-world (but unbelievable) examples!

Featuring:

Get Unit Plan Now!

Applicable High School Courses:

High School Economics

AP Microeconomics

Civics and Economics

See Standards Alignments

Day 5

Gains from Trade

Interactive Practice

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (49)

We say that trade increases the size of the pie, but sometimes that extra slice can be hard to visualize. This interactive identifies how total surplus increases when trade expands.

Interactive Game

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (50)

What was the impact of the shipping container on worldwide trade and other measures of economic well-being?

Featuring:

International Trade

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (51)

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (52)

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (53)

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (54)

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (55)

International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (56)

Interactive Practice
What are the gains of international trade? Use a simple interactive to show how total surplus increases when international trade occurs.

Real-World Examples
Show your students that economics is all around them.

Build mastery of international trade

• 100% free

• Perfect for online or in-person learning

• 6lesson plans

Get Unit Plan Now!

Engaging Activities

Chock-full of interactive games, videos, and real-world examples to keep students engaged.

Science of Learning

Use techniques such as retrieval practice and interleaving to optimize student learning and retention.

Teacher Friendly

Easy-to-understand lesson plans, Google Slides for teaching, activities for students, and answer keys provided via Google Docs.

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Click to Preview

Videos
Introduce a key concept, like comparative advantage, using an animated video with integrated questions.

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International Trade Unit Plan | Marginal Revolution University (63)

Interactive Practice
What are the gains of international trade? Use a simple interactive to show how total surplus increases when international trade occurs.

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Click to Preview

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FAQs

What is the answer to the international trade? ›

Answer: International trade is the base of the world economy in modern times. The exchange of surplus goods between different countries is called International trade. It is the basis of the world economy because: The resources are unevenly distributed.

How do you solve international trade? ›

To improve chances of success, any global strategy for trade should first consider focusing on seven key concepts:
  1. Have a Strong Product Offering. ...
  2. Be Sure There's a Market Opportunity. ...
  3. Work Out Supply Chain Logistics. ...
  4. Comply With International Law. ...
  5. Form Strategic Partnerships. ...
  6. Leverage Government Resources.
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What is international trade pdf? ›

International trade is referred to as the exchange or trade of goods and services between. different nations. This kind of trade contributes and increases the world economy.

What is the summary of international trade? ›

Summary. International trade is an exchange of a good or service involving at least two different countries. Comparative advantage allows for gains from international trade, ultimately leading to increased consumption of goods. Two major protectionist trade policies are tariffs and import quotas.

What are the key questions of international trade? ›

International Trade: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
  • What is trade? ...
  • What is the difference between global trade and international trade? ...
  • What is the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on global trade? ...
  • Which product is the most commonly imported product globally? ...
  • Does trade necessarily require a sales transaction?
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Which trade organization is responsible for 90% of the world's trade? ›

The WTO. The World Trade Organization (WTO) is the only global international organization dealing with the rules of trade between nations. At its heart are the WTO agreements, negotiated and signed by the bulk of the world's trading nations and ratified in their parliaments.

What are the five most common barriers to international trade? ›

What Are the Main Types of Trade Barriers? The main types of trade barriers used by countries seeking a protectionist policy or as a form of retaliatory trade barriers are subsidies, standardization, tariffs, quotas, and licenses.

Why does the world still need trade? ›

Another reason is that trade amplifies the impact of environmental policy action. Recent research at the WTO demonstrate that just as countries can reap economic gains by focusing on what they are relatively good at, the world can reap environmental gains if countries focus on what they are relatively green at.

What is the most used method of international trade? ›

For international sales, wire transfers and credit cards are the most commonly used cash-in-advance options available to exporters.

Can countries survive without trade? ›

Without trade, countries become isolated. The quality of their goods and services lags behind that of countries that do trade.

What is international trade in your own words? ›

International trade is the exchange of capital, goods, and services across international borders or territories because there is a need or want of goods or services. (see: World economy) In most countries, such trade represents a significant share of gross domestic product (GDP).

What are the three major theories of international trade? ›

International Trade Theory
  • Mercantilism.
  • Absolute advantage.
  • Comparative advantage.
  • Product life cycle.

What are 5 examples of international trade? ›

The most commonly traded commodities are television sets, clothes, machinery, capital goods, food, raw material, etc. International trade has exceptionally increased, which includes services such as foreign transportation, travel and tourism, banking, warehousing, communication, distribution, and advertising.

What is the most traded product in the world? ›

Finished automobiles are the top good traded worldwide with $1.35 trillion being traded each year between countries.

What are the two types of international trade? ›

International trade refers to the exchange of goods and services between the countries of the world. It exists in two forms, namely: export, which consists of shipping products to benefit other countries; import, which consists of bringing foreign products into a given territory.

What is the basis of the international trade? ›

The basis for trade include comparative advantage (one entity's ability to produce goods or services at a lower opportunity cost than others), absolute advantage (one entity's ability to produce more goods or services than others using the same resources), and economies of scale.

Who are losers from international trade? ›

both buyers and sellers trade because both benefit from the transactions. Third parties, however, need to be taken into account because some are worse off from international trade. The most obvious third-party losers are companies that sell products that cannot com- pete in a global marketplace.

What is the purpose of the US international trade? ›

The mission of the International Trade Administration (ITA) is to create prosperity by strengthening the international competitiveness of U.S. industry, promoting trade and investment, and ensuring fair trade and compliance with trade laws and agreements.

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