Economics

The goal of this worksheet is to enable students to independently identify and critically examine manipulative marketing strategies in retail. Using a specific case study, they will develop the theoretical foundation needed to distinguish between genuine sustainability promises and deliberate consumer deception, so they can make informed, independent consumer decisions in their daily lives. Content and Methods: The content focuses on the definition and strategic characteristics of greenwashing, its psychological impact, and an analysis of legal consequences. Methodologically, the worksheet combines an image-based case analysis with in-depth journalistic text analysis. A video-based summary of theoretical categories of deception and a practical, criteria-based checklist serve to reinforce knowledge and facilitate active application to students’ own consumer behavior. Competencies: Analytical Competence: Students can systematically deconstruct visual design elements, price placements, and advertising messages in digital user interfaces. Substantive Competence: They understand the definition of the technical term “greenwashing” and can distinguish between vague marketing phrases and verifiable sustainability labels. Critical thinking skills: Students are able to critically evaluate the discrepancy between corporate sustainability reports and actual environmental impacts. Reflective thinking skills: They can critically examine their own susceptibility to manipulative sales strategies and identify alternative courses of action. Target audience and grade level: Intermediate (8th-10th grade)

This worksheet aims to raise students’ awareness of the mechanisms, economic dimensions, and psychological strategies of modern digital marketing in everyday life. Content and Methods: The material focuses on the economic significance of social media marketing based on statistical data, as well as the analysis of specific digital posts. Methodologically, the worksheet relies on a combination of practical case studies—in which an exemplary social media post is deconstructed both textually and statistically—and theoretical insights into behavioral economic effects. In addition, the material encourages multi-perspective discussion through reflective writing assignments and the comparison of contrasting stakeholder perspectives. Finally, the discussion of complex issues is used to synthesize what has been learned into the formation of independent judgments. Competencies: Analytical and Deconstructive Competence: The ability to systematically examine media content and linguistic and statistical devices for their manipulative or promotional effects Reflective and Critical Thinking Competence: The ability to critically examine one’s own consumer behavior and evaluate economic phenomena from different perspectives Media and Economic Competence: Understanding of digital market mechanisms, psychological influence strategies such as the authority bias or the bandwagon effect, and their impact on the economy Target Audience and Level: 9th/10th grade

This worksheet aims to help learners understand the pros and cons of a particular profession and prepare them for a job interview. Content and Methods: A text describes the profession, including its advantages and disadvantages. A dialogue scenario for a job interview serves as a basis for learners to practice in a role-play. Detailed role cards provide guidance on emotions and goals. A checklist supports preparation for the job application. Competencies: Vocational knowledge: Understanding the requirements of the profession Communication: Preparing for and conducting a job interview Self-reflection: Reflecting on one’s own abilities Target group and level: Spanish learners at A2 level

This worksheet aims to provide learners with a basic understanding of the Spanish economy and gross domestic product (GDP). Content and Methods: It covers a country’s economy (sectors, challenges, opportunities) and explains the concept of GDP. Methods include reading comprehension, multiple-choice questions, and describing the economy. Competencies: Reading comprehension Understanding of basic economic concepts Written expression Target audience and level: Spanish learners at A2 level ESD: SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth): Addressing sustainable economic opportunities for the future SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure): Promoting innovation in the green economy