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Both Sides: Rent Control
Is rent control the solution to the housing crisis, or would it only make it worse? What's the difference between rent control and rent stabilization? Would stabilization make housing more affordable or more expensive? How would it impact supply and demand? We hear...
Both Sides: The Impact of Tariffs
Do we need tariffs to protect the U.S. economy? Do tariffs create jobs, or destroy them? Do they bolster U.S. manufacturing, and if so, at what cost? Who benefits the most from tariffs, and who pays the price? We explore these questions and more in this edition of...
Winter Break Assignment Ideas
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Energy
Looking for engaging and educational resources to teach students about energy sources and energy policy? Our “Energy” module provides a deep dive into topics like nuclear power, natural gas, electricity, hydropower, and fossil fuels. Enhance your lesson plans with...
The Dissident Project: Connecting Students with Survivors of Authoritarian Regimes
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Both Sides: Greedflation Revisited
Prices have risen over the past few years, but who's really to blame? Is it just inflation, or are big corporations using inflation as an opportunity to raise prices and reap higher profits? Does the data reveal a trend of corporate greed, or are the numbers being...
Fostering Civil Discourse in the Classroom
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONA recording of the Stossel in the Classroom webinar on fostering civil discourse in the classroom, featuring John Stossel, Ellie Avishai, and Kristi Kendall. Recorded October 30, 2024.RELATED VIDEOS[dpdfg_filtergrid custom_query="posts_ids"...
How Thanksgiving Teaches the Economics of Sharing: The Tragedy of the Commons Explained
Thanksgiving provides a perfect opportunity to teach the concept of the Tragedy of the Commons—a crucial idea in economics and environmental science. By examining the history behind the Pilgrims' early years in America, educators can help students understand this...
Don’t Cancel Comedy
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONShould social media companies censor comedians?AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These Additional ResourcesAVAILABLE RESOURCES...
Corporate Welfare
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONGovernment handouts repeatedly end up in the pockets of giant corporations. Johan Norberg’s new documentary covers this "socialism for the rich.”AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to...
Both Sides: Universal Basic Income Revisited
What is a universal basic income? Is it the economic policy of the future? Could it replace the existing welfare system? Is that even possible? UBI has found support from a variety of politicians and economists over the decades, but it's found just as many skeptics....
Uncommon Sense Teaching: 3 Neuroscience Lessons for your Middle and High School Classrooms
Uncommon Sense Teaching by Barbara Oakley, Beth Rogowsky, and Terrence Sejnowski explores how the latest findings in neuroscience can be applied to classroom teaching. The book offers practical, science-backed strategies for educators to enhance student learning. It...
Teaching the Presidential Election: Engaging Activities for Middle and High School Classrooms
With a presidential election approaching, it’s the perfect time to bring the political process into your classroom. Here are some engaging activities and writing assignments to help students explore the election process and issues in a meaningful way. When teaching...
Both Sides: Nuclear Power Revisited
Does nuclear power have the potential to be a clean, reliable, energy source? What are the barriers to nuclear energy? What are the risks? Are the benefits worth it? We hear two perspectives in this edition of Both Sides of the Issue.IS NUCLEAR ENERGY THE...
Both Sides: Should We Tear Down Dams?
Dams can be used to generate clean, reliable energy, but is there still an environmental cost? What kind of impact do dams have on wildlife? Are they causing salmon to go extinct? We learn about and compare two stories of dammed rivers in this edition of Both Sides of...
The Power of Student Voice: Why Writing Still Matters in Today’s IM World
In today’s fast-paced world, students have many ways to express themselves—through social media, videos, memes, and instant messaging. Yet, one skill remains essential: writing. Writing empowers students to express their ideas thoughtfully, reflect on important...
UNDIVIDE US: Exploring Civil Discourse and Political Divisions in America
UNDIVIDE US, a documentary film written, directed, and produced by Kristi Kendall, presents an ideal opportunity for educators to explore America’s political divisions and the power of civil discourse. This documentary challenges the media-fueled narrative that our...
Censorship
Are you searching for resources to discuss censorship with your students? Use our “Censorship” module to explore subjects such as free speech, media bias, disinformation, constitutional rights, and limiting political speech. Enrich your lesson plans with our free...
Both Sides: Greedflation
After years of high inflation, some prices remain high. But what's the exact cause? Is corporate greed responsible, or is it due to the government printing too much money? Are big monopolies taking advantage of us, or are politicians to blame? We take a look at...
Both Sides: Does Capitalism Reduce Poverty?
Global poverty has drastically declined, but is that because of global capitalism, or in spite of it? Does capitalism reduce poverty, or perpetuate it? Do the innovations and wealth generated by markets lift the global poor up, or are capitalists responsible for...
Outlawing Price Gouging
VIDEO DESCRIPTION“Gouging” becomes an issue every hurricane season. After big storms, some people raise prices. Then politicians and the media freak out. Both demand tougher laws against...
Government Fueled Fires
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONThe massive, deadly wildfires in America’s West are caused by climate change,” smirks California governor Gavin Newsom. In reality, bad forest management and excessive...
How Rent Control Hurts Renters
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONEverywhere it's tried, rent control harms the people it's meant to help. Yet politicians continue to implement it. AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to...
UNDIVIDE US
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONUNDIVIDE US challenges the idea that citizens who disagree are not capable of civil conversation and demonstrates the truth that, even in our differences, the American...
Both Sides: Globalization Revisited
Globalization has been a hotly debated topic for decades. Is global trade a good thing? Does it benefit the United States as a whole, or are American workers being sold out to help big corporations? Do trade agreements destroy American jobs, or are more jobs created...
Both Sides: Is Capitalism Freedom?
Does capitalism make us more free or less? Does it leave us at the mercy of employers and big corporations, or does it respect our ability to make our own choices? What is economic freedom? Should it be treated differently from other types of freedom? We learn about...
Lesson Plan Lifeline: Ready-Made Resources for Substitute Teachers
Are you a substitute teacher looking for engaging and effective resources to use in your middle or high school social studies, civics, history, or economics classes? We understand the unique challenges you face when stepping into a classroom. That’s why we've provide...
Both Sides: Is the National Debt a Problem?
The national debt continues to grow, but should we be worried? Do we need to cut government spending, or is the growing debt actually sustainable? What is "Modern Monetary Theory" and how does it apply? And what are the consequences of so much government spending?WHY...
Both Sides: Renewable Energy
The more we hear about climate change, the more demand for cleaner, greener energy grows. But are wind turbines and solar panels the answers we're looking for? Are they reliable enough? Are they affordable enough?THE FUTURE OF CLEAN ENERGYWIND AND SOLAR MAKE OUR GRID...
Protecting Free Speech
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONAmericans often take free speech for granted, but if we look around the world, it might change our perspective.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to...
Both Sides: Are We Killing the Bees?
Bees play a very important role in our ecosystem, but are they in danger? Is the bee population in decline, and if so, are humans responsible? What should we do about it? We hear two points of view in this edition of Both Sides of the Issue.THE DEATH OF BEES...
Both Sides: $20 Minimum Wage
California raised its minimum wage to $20 per hour for fast food workers, and other states and cities are considering doing the same. But is that a good idea? Does it really help workers, or does it lead to fewer job opportunities? And how does it impact prices? We...
Both Sides: Billionaires Revisited
In this follow-up to Both Sides: Billionaires, we take another look at the topic. Should billionaires exist? Are the super wealthy exploiting the rest of us, or do we all benefit from their success? And what role does the government play in all of this?SHOULD...
The Landlord Squats Back
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONIf you find someone squatting in your house, it turns out that there’s often very little you can do to get them out, because laws meant to protect tenants also protect...
Both Sides: Globalization
Globalization has led to unprecedented levels of trade between nations around the world. But who are the winners and losers of globalization? Is it good for the U.S., or has our reliance on other countries killed American manufacturing? Does globalization help lift...
Better Than Charity
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONWhat's the best way to help the world? Government programs? Charity? There's something better than both.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or...
The Recycling Religion
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONFor decades we’ve been told recycling helps the Earth. But does it really?AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These...
Electric Cars: Inconvenient Facts, Part 2
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONDo you think every car should be electric? In this video (and Part 1), John shares some inconvenient facts that might change your mind.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF...
Electric Cars: Inconvenient Facts, Part 1
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONShould all cars go electric? Some politicians and activists think so, but John thinks they're guilty of magical thinking.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE...
Both Sides: Degrowth
In an attempt to solve the issues of climate change and income inequality, some activists are arguing for "degrowth." But others argue that economic growth actually helps us solve these issues, and that degrowth could lead to disaster. So what is degrowth? What future...
Both Sides: Artificial Intelligence vs. Jobs
Is artificial intelligence going to destroy the job market? What will happen to workers who are replaced by AI? Will innovation create new, better jobs to replace the old ones? Can we look to past innovations to predict AI's impact, or will AI's impact be unique? Here...
Both Sides: Monopolies Revisited
In this follow-up to Both Sides: Monopolies, we take another look at how businesses can become monopolies, and what should be done about it. Do we need more enforcement of antitrust laws? Does the federal government need to intervene in order to protect consumers from...
Does the Constitution Need to be Amended?
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONJohn asked a variety of lawyers, experts, media members, and people on the street how they would improve the Constitution.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access...
A Recipe for Big Government: Food Insecurity
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONThe government tells us 33 million Americans suffer from food insecurity. But is that really true? John investigates food insecurity and food deserts.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to...
5 Socialism Myths, Part 2
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSocialism is now as popular as capitalism among young people. In this video (and Part 1), John debunks some socialism myths.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to...
5 Socialism Myths, Part 1
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSocialism is now as popular as capitalism among young people. In this video (and Part 2), John debunks some socialism myths.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to...
Both Sides: Are Tipped Workers Being Exploited?
Is it fair to pay employees who receive tips a lower wage than other workers? What would be the impact if we raised the subminimum wage? Would restaurants struggle, or would they actually benefit? Would tipped workers be better off, or would they lose their jobs?THINK...