Economic Visionaries: Joseph Stiglitz

Welcome to Economic Visionaries, an engaging series of 3-stage reading comprehension activities that takes you on a journey through the lives and ideas of extraordinary thinkers who have shaped the field of economics.

In this second chapter, we delve into the captivating world of Joseph Stiglitz, an influential economist whose groundbreaking ideas have greatly impacted our understanding of economics and its relationship with society.

Engage in a matching vocabulary exercise, delve into concise passages, and answer comprehension questions to gain a comprehensive understanding of Stiglitz's work and its significance in the field of economics.

• In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text.
• In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center.
• In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text.

This resource contains:

• 1 informational text
• 10 essential vocabulary words with definitions
• 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet
• Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)

This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills.

To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit.

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