Weeks Topic: | Concept Matched to Standards: | Benchmarks Students will be able to: | Activities/ Instructional Strategy Students will: | Assessments Tests: |
1 & 2
Chapter 1
| TBC 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, 2.3 | Define the role of small business and entrepreneurship in the economy Compare and contrast economic systems Explain how economics is about making choices Define the role of economic indicators and the business cycle Describe what entrepreneurs contribute to the economy Understand the differences between wants and needs Use critical thinking to understand how the supply and demand curve graphs compare Analyze entrepreneurship from a historical perspective Name the 5 components of the entrepreneurial start-up process Explain how to achieve business success
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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3 & 4
Chapter 2 | TBC 1.2, 3.1, 3.2, 4.2, 5.12 | Identify the rewards of going into business for themselves. Recognize the risks of going into business Identify the background, characteristics, and skills of successful entrepreneurs. Explain techniques that will improve your potential for becoming an entrepreneur
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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5 & 6
Chapter 3 | TBC 1.4, 2.5, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 5.2, 6.1, 7.1 | Examine current trends that provide opportunity for entrepreneurs Identify ways to recognize opportunity Explain how to think creatively about opportunity Determine ways to find creative business ideas
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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7 & 8
Chapter 4 | TBC 1.5, 2.1, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.11, 4.1 | Describe the role of entrepreneurship in today’s multicultural, global economy. Explain why the global market is important List current trends that provide both domestic and global opportunities for entrepreneurs Compare and contrast the role of importing and exporting in business Identify the benefits and risks of international trade Explain how to find the best international markets Compare and contrast importing and exporting
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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9, 10, 11
Chapter 5 | TBC 1.5, 2.1, 2.5, 2.7, 3.11, 4.1 | Explain the importance of business planning Identify and describe the components of a business plan List two of the key mistakes that entrepreneurs make when writing a business plan Identify and analyze various sources of information for a business plan Describe how to professionally package and present a business plan
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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1-2 days a week & Weeks 12 - 15 & 18 | TBC 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 2.5, 2.7, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 3.11, 4.1, 4.8, 4.10, 5.4, 5.6, 5.8, 5.10, 5.11, 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 | | Work in groups to create plans, powerpoints and financial information
Present their information to judges | Create a: Maverick Challenge Competition
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16 & 17
Chapter 6 | TBC 4.6, 4.7, 3.6, 5.13, 6.5, 7.3, 8.1 | Define areas of analysis for industry and market research Describe how to conduct effective market research Explain how to research an industry Identify a customer profile and customer needs analysis
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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2nd SEMESTER Week 1
Chapter 7 | TBC - 3.5, 3.10, 4.9 | Explain how the corporate form gives owners more protection from liability List the advantages and disadvantages of a C-corporation Describe the purpose of a Subchapter S Corporation Compare non-profit corporations to C-corporations Define the limited liability company Discuss the sole proprietorship legal form Identify the partnership legal form
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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Week 2 & 3
Chapter 8 | TBC - 5.1, 5.14, 6.4, 7.5, 7.6 | Analyze the situation, purpose, and audience to guide the planning and presentation of oral communication Serve effectively as an interviewer or interviewee in public relations, civic, media, and community situations Assess and respond to a speaker’s nonverbal messages Enhance documents through the use of advanced layout, design, and graphics production software and scanning hardware Address the ethical issues regarding intellectual property and dissemination of information generated electronically
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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Weeks 4 & 5
Chapter 9 | TBC - 5.1, 5.14, 6.4, 7.5, 7.6 | Analyze the situation, purpose, and audience to guide the planning and presentation of oral communication Serve effectively as an interviewer or interviewee in public relations, civic, media, and community situations Assess and respond to a speaker’s nonverbal messages Enhance documents through the use of advanced layout, design, and graphics production software and scanning hardware Address the ethical issues regarding intellectual property and dissemination of information generated electronically
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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Weeks 6 & 7
Chapter 10 | TBC - 1.5, 2.1, 3.7, 4.5, 7.7, 7.9
| Identify the purpose of the marketing plan Name the five marketing strategies that make up the marketing mix Describe the part that marketing tactics play in the marketing plan State the importance of ongoing market research List the factors to consider for each strategy when reviewing the marketing mix
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test
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Weeks 8 & 9
Chapter 11 | TBC 2.1, 2.5, 4.7, 4.9, 5.9, | Identify factors that affect price strategy Summarize the marketing objectives related to pricing Describe the components that go into making price strategy decisions
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics.
| Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test |
Weeks 10 - 11
Chapter 12 | TBC 2.1, 2.5, 4.7, 4.9, 5.9, | Determine promotional costs for a start-up business Describe ways to implement your promotion strategy Examine options for short-term changes in your promotion strategy Explain the role of the promotion strategy Explain how to formulate promotional plans Identify considerations for putting together a promotional mix Describe the elements of a promotional mix
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics. | Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test |
Weeks 12 & 13
Chapter 13 | TBC - 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 3.5, 4.1, 4.6, 5.6, 5.8, 7.2 | Explain the role of personal selling businesses Define the two types of selling situations Describe the kinds of training needed by salespeople Identify the components of sales planning List the elements that are involved in directing sales Discuss the procedures used in evaluating sales performance
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics. | Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test |
Weeks 14 & 15
Career Opportunities Section | TBC - 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 8.6, 8.7, 8.8 | Describe the steps in the career planning process Identify the main sources of career information Discuss career fields with the most growth potential Describe factors of a personal assessment for career planning Discuss methods for obtaining career experience Identify information sources for available jobs Prepare an application form and a resume Identify the parts of an application cover letter Discuss the online application process Describe activities involved in the interview process Compare factors to consider when accepting a job offer Identify attitudes and actions for success on the job
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics. | Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test |
Week 16
Chapter 20 | TBC - 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 8.6, 8.7, 8.8 | Explain the important role accounting plays in business Explain the accounting system for a small business Describe the importance of daily sales and cash receipts reports Describe the items of information included on each financial statement Identify ongoing accounting activities
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics. | Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test |
Week 17
Chapter 21 | TBC -1.1, 2.1, 3.9, 7.5
| Describe how different ratios are calculated Explain why financial statements are essential for decision making Describe the purpose of comparative financial statements Describe ways to help manage your cash flow Explain the importance of controlling capital expenditures Describe ways to control your taxes
| Read information pertaining to the topics.
Participate in discussions and complete projects with classmates.
Complete assessments related to the topics. | Oral formative assessment
Class discussion
Group project work
Daily exit slip assessment
Section Review Questions
Test |
Week 18 & 19
Business Project | TBC -1.1, 2.1, 3.9, 7.5,8.1, 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 8.6, 8.7, 8.8
| Create a label for a product to be sold Determine the cost and mark-up of product Sell/buy products Create financial statements for business | Design a label for a product to be sold
Determine the cost from the ingredients
Have an in-class sale and keep track of sales Determine the total costs and profits made
Create financial statements for their businesses | Business Project |