GCSE Economics - Supply and demand

 This section on supply and demand suggests a set of activities which take up to between 4 and 6 one hour lessons.

Key elements include the use of visual stimuli and movement by the class. The essential learning outcomes include

  • an understanding of the concept
  • the ability accurately to draw appropriate diagrams
  • the ability to identify factors that affect demand 
  • the ability to apply various changes in those factors.

The teacher guidance notes suggest a structure for the lessons, supported by the PowerPoint presentation. Resources 1 and 3 are student worksheets.