1. Using the Web in studying A’ Level Economics
Andrew Ashwin
Content Developer
Biz/ed
Chief Examiner Business and Economics (Nuffield) GCSE

2. A2 Economics Building on AS: Same material – new slant
Emphasis on greater detail and increased skills
Higher order skills
Analysis
Evaluation

3. A2 Economics Getting help – Using Biz/ed (http://www.bized.ac.uk)
What is Biz/ed?
Free online resource
Wide range of resources and support materials
Notes, theory explanations
Presentations
Activities
Information for supporting research

4. A2 Economics This year: Poverty and inequality European Union
Contestable Markets
Government Failure

5. A2 Economics
Next Year:
Series of activities related to the A2 curriculum – Published fortnightly
Business Economics – costs and revenues, market structure etc
Labour market economics
Development economics
UK Economy in a global setting

6. A2 Economics Activities Presentations – PowerPoint Mind Your Business
Key Resources to help develop skills:
Activities
Presentations – PowerPoint
Mind Your Business
In the News
Research Projects
Key Economic Data

7. A2 Economics Key skills in using the Web:
Learn how to use search engines effectively
Be selective in what you use
Check sites like Biz/ed regularly
Use our contact details to seek advice on resource use
Remember the Web has its limitations!