A non-profit organisation of teachers and other educators throughout Queensland, Australia, committed to the promotion and advancement of Economics and Business Education in schools.
We are a friendly organisation of dedicated and passionate teachers who specialise in teaching and the promotion of Senior Economics in Queensland, and Economics and Business in Years 7-10.
We are determined to break down myths: Economics is interesting, topical and logical.
It is understanding front page news and answering questions as to how to make informed decisions when economic conditions are changing.
This includes decisions about jobs, production, investments, and entrepreneurial decisions as individuals or as managers in future
careers and businesses. Studying Economics gives students hope and optimism, as it
involves solving issues for a better world!
To achieve this goal, the association organises and resources a range of activities aimed at enhancing the professional qualities of teachers and the understanding of Economics among students.
QETA Inc. was established in 1968. It is a non-profit organisation.
For those looking for podcasts/youtube channels to follow over the break, AMP
has a great one. It's comes with more of a finance lens, but of course, there are plenty of opportunities for connections and commentary on core economic issues. For the readers, AMPs blog is terrific -- with weekly market updates and
"Econosights"
full of the latest data -- much of which can be handy when looking for stimulus.
From AMP
The Simplifying Investing series helps to de-mystify the often-complex world of investing. Whether it’s big or small, we are all invested in
something, that's why we're drawing on the knowledge of AMP’s experts to answer the big questions in superannuation, retirement, home loans
and beyond.
Unit 1
From 2008 to 2009 Global GDP growth experienced significant declines. This became to be known as the "Global Financial Crisis".
According to general economic theory, would it have been a good idea for a federal government facing a recession, to increase income taxes
during this time? Explain two positive and two negative impacts of this.
Unit 3
Explain the reasoning behind the following statement:
"Increasing trends in commodity prices is most likely to be reflected by similar trends in Australia's Terms of Trade and ceteris
paribus, should have an expansionary impact on Australia's economy."
Each July, the RBA holds a Teacher Immersion event directly focused on supporting high school economics teachers. If you haven't subscribed to the RBAs Youtube Channel you definitely should, as they produce a wealth of regular content directly related to the classroom. Here is Teacher Timmee Grinham who goes through some practical strategies for teaching about economic growth in the classroom at our annual Teacher Immersion Event.
Defining what is meant by economic literacy is not straightforward and it has been the subject of debate over many decades. New research by the RBA and their Bulletin article explores the meaning of ‘economic literacy’.
Economic and financial literacy are clearly distinguished by the RBA research.
This is important information required by teachers of the Australian Curriculum Economics and Business Years 5-10. The curriculum, both versions 8.4 and 9.0 refer to core ideas of economics and financial literacy, so it is critical that teachers appreciate the difference of economic and financial literacy for their teaching programs.
The recording is available to all members and non members of QETA.
There are many advantages for teachers who are members.
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