Objective:

Learners learn about different currencies and understand their importance for the economy. In doing so, they develop a better understanding of how currencies relate to each other and what influence they have on global trade.

Content and methods:

The worksheet introduces different currencies by means of a multiple-choice quiz. Learners then work out the characteristics of a particular currency in detail and record the information in a fact sheet.

Skills:

• Economic understanding of different currencies
• Analytical thinking: Comparing and evaluating the characteristics of currencies

Target group and level:

Year 8 and above

Objective:

Students understand how exchange rates work and which factors influence their fluctuations. They recognize the effects on different groups of people such as entrepreneurs, consumers and tourists.

Content and methods:

The worksheet introduces the topic with an everyday situation and encourages reflection. The students work on the causes of exchange rate fluctuations (e.g. supply and demand, interest rates, inflation) and their economic consequences. Using case studies, they analyze how exchange rates influence companies, consumption and travel.

Competencies:

• Basic economic understanding
• Analysis of exchange rate factors
• Application to everyday situations

Target group:

From year 9 onwards

Objective:

The students deal with attitudes towards money and reflect on how beliefs influence financial behavior. They learn strategies to develop a positive money mindset.

Content and methods:

The worksheet starts with a task to test prior knowledge. It then explains what a money mindset is and how it is shaped by experience. By analyzing negative and positive thought patterns, the students recognize the influence these have on financial decisions. A case study enables them to develop concrete solutions for a person with a negative money mindset.

Competencies:

Recognizing thought patterns and their impact on finances

Developing solution strategies for a positive financial mindset

Target group:

From grade 9 onwards

Objective:

Through structured image analysis, students develop an in-depth understanding of the formal design and content of a work of art. They learn to recognize artistic techniques, interpret symbolism and develop a well-founded interpretation.

Contents and methods:

The worksheet guides learners step by step through the analysis of a selected painting. With the help of key questions and categories, they examine the composition, coloring, lighting, perspective and symbolism of the work. Finally, they formulate an interpretation and reflect on the significance of the artwork in its historical and social context.

Competencies:

• Analytical thinking and understanding of images
• Ability to analyze art in terms of form and content
• Critical reflection and interpretation of works of art
• Research and presentation skills

Target group and level:

From grade 9 onwards

Objective:

The students deal with the various functions of taxes and recognize their importance for the state and society. The worksheet looks at the steering function of taxes in detail, but can be adapted so that another tax function - such as the financing, redistribution or stabilization function - is dealt with instead.

Contents and methods:

The worksheet begins with a thought experiment: The students imagine living in a country without taxes and consider what impact this would have on their daily lives. They then learn about one function of taxes in detail. The students analyze the opportunities and risks of this function and reflect on whether and under what conditions a tax with this objective makes sense.

Skills:

• Understanding the various tax functions
• Detailed examination of a specific tax function
• Analysis of the effects of tax measures
• Reflection on the role of taxes in society

Target group:

From year 9 onwards

Objective:

Learners understand the basics of tax returns and work out which income and expenses are relevant for tax purposes. They deal with the tax return process by helping a fictitious person.

Content and methods:

The worksheet guides students step-by-step through the preparation of a tax return using a practical example. They analyze different types of costs, evaluate their deductibility and reflect on the importance of taxes for employees. They deepen their knowledge through interactive tasks and a sample calculation.

Competencies:

• Understanding of the German tax system
• Analysis of tax deductibility and its effects
• Application of economic knowledge to everyday life
• Critical reflection on financial planning

Target group and level:

 Year 10 and above

Objective:

Learners create a profile of a selected art epoch in order to become familiar with its characteristic features, artists, works and social influences. They develop an understanding of the development of art history and the significance of individual epochs for modern art.

Contents and methods:

The worksheet guides learners through the creation of a profile of an art epoch. With the help of key questions and categories, they collect information on chronological classification, stylistic features, motifs, artists and examples of works. The profile can be adapted for any period in art history.

Skills:

• Research and information processing skills
• Understanding of art historical contexts
• Ability to analyze and present period characteristics
• Critical reflection on the influence of art on society and culture

Target group and level:

From grade 9 onwards

Objective:

Students develop the methodical analysis of statistics and diagrams in an economic context. They learn to evaluate data in a structured way, recognize economic relationships and derive their own interpretations and forecasts.

Content and methods:

The worksheet provides a systematic approach to analyzing economic statistics and diagrams. It contains structured tasks for describing, analyzing and interpreting data and for developing recommendations for action. The worksheet can be used flexibly and can be adapted for different economic statistics.

Skills:

Critical evaluation of data and diagrams

Recognizing and interpreting economic developments

Argumentative discussion of statistical findings

Development of forecasts and recommendations for action

Target group and level:

From grade 9 onwards

Objective:

Learners deal with the different legal entities of companies and create a profile of a chosen form of company. In doing so, they analyze their characteristics, advantages and disadvantages as well as their economic significance.

Content and methods:

The worksheet provides basic information on the most important forms of company. The students create a detailed profile for a specific type of company and analyze its legal framework, economic significance and tax aspects. The worksheet can be adapted for different types of companies so that each can be considered individually.

Competencies:

• Understanding of economic structures and business forms
• Analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of different legal forms
• Critical reflection on entrepreneurial decisions

Target group and level:

 From year 9 onwards

Objective:

Learners understand the mechanisms of an economic crisis in a playful way and develop strategies for coping with it.

Content and methods:

Through an escape room scenario, learners deal with economic contexts. They have to solve tasks in groups in order to find ways out of the crisis.

Competencies:

• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Cooperation in groups
• Application of basic economic knowledge

Target group and level:

grade 9 and up

Objective:

Learners deal with financial decisions and their effects. They reflect on how expenditure and income are interrelated and develop strategies for conscious money management.

Content and methods:

Using a fictitious example, learners immerse themselves in the life of a person who is confronted with financial challenges. They analyze how they handle money, identify possible misconduct and work in groups to develop solutions to improve their financial situation. Ideas for increasing income, reducing expenditure, reducing debt and long-term planning are collected and discussed.

Skills:

• Reflective approach to money and consumer behavior
• Problem-solving skills and strategic thinking
• Cooperation and communication in groups
• Developing long-term financial goals

Target group and level:

grade 8 and up

Objective:

Learners deal with different economic systems and understand their key features, advantages and disadvantages as well as their impact on society and everyday life.

Content and methods:

Through a structured analysis and comparison of different economic systems, learners work out their basic principles. To do this, they fill out a fact sheet on the respective economic system.

Competencies:

• Analyze economic structures
• Critical thinking and reflection
• Comparison and evaluation of economic systems

Target group and level:

From grade 9 onwards