Module E.2.3: Fiscal & Monetary Policy

Standard: EPF.E.2.3

Objective: Explain the roles of fiscal and monetary policy in the economy.

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Lesson Overview

• Define fiscal and monetary policy
• Identify key institutions (Congress, Federal Reserve)
• Discuss policy tools and effects

Teacher Notes

• Use recent policy examples (stimulus, interest rates)
• Compare/contrast fiscal vs. monetary
• Discuss policy impacts on students' lives

Activities

• Policy simulation game
• Debate: Which policy is more effective?
• Analyze news headlines

Assessment

• Quiz on policy definitions
• Group policy proposal

Resources

• NC DPI EPF Standards
• Federal Reserve education resources