Henry Ford and the Model T: A Case Study in Productivity (Part 3)
When Henry Ford announced he was going to produce an automobile that would be affordable to the masses, it is doubtful even he realized the far reachi...
Grade: 6-8 9-12    Published: 01/15/2008

What Happened to Railroads?
Between the Civil War and World War II, railroads were one of the nation's most important businesses and an integral part of people’s lives. In ...
Grade: 9-12    Published: 06/07/2007

Why does Brett Favre make $8.5 million per year?
What determines a person's salary? Why do professional athletes make so much money? People who work as firefighters, police officers or teachers are ...
Grade: 9-12    Published: 06/06/2006

Deregulation and the California Utilities
“The verdict is in: California’s experiment with energy deregulation is not just a mess; it’s a certifiable failure, according to...
Grade: 9-12    Published: 09/25/2001

Is the Price of Gasoline Really Too High?
This lesson is designed to help students explore the issues associated with gasoline prices. The notion that a price is "too high" implie...
Grade: 9-12    Published: 06/28/2000