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 Economic Studies Produced -2007 In this program, host Libby Potter travels around the world as she takes a meaningful look at the economics behind the inexpensive goods for sale in big-box stores and malls. Cost-cutting through supply chain management and waste reduction, economies of scale achieved by shipping offshore-manufactured goods to market via super-container ships, the Wal-Mart effect, and the no-frills philosophy of IKEA are addressed. The triumphs and woes of China, in its role as manufacturer for the world, is given special attention, and the clothing industry is presented as a case study of the cheap goods cycle. But the program also considers the hidden societal costs of cheap goods, such as sweatshop labor and the environmental impact of cavalier overconsumption, and questions how much longer prices will continue to drop as China’s standard of living rises. Original BBCW broadcast title: Addicted to Cheap Shopping? (59 minutes)
 Released - 1998 As the movement begun in the 1970s to decentralize and deregulate continues, economies around the world are being reshaped. In this program, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Daniel Yergin, Nobel Prize-winning economist Milton Friedman, and John Kenneth Galbraith explore the dynamic tension between free markets and managed economies with Ben Wattenberg, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. The demise of European communist and socialist economic models and successful market-oriented initiatives in Europe and America support the thesis that minimal government intervention is healthy. But will big business seek a return to managed economies if world markets crash? (26 minutes)
 Released - 1998 As the tiger economies of East Asia turned from boom to bust in the 1990s, the general public was amazed, yet many economists nodded their heads knowingly. This program focuses on the plights of Indonesia, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, where nepotism, cronyism, corruption, suppression, and the exploitation of cheap foreign labor brought about a financial crisis of enormous proportions. These regions grew too quickly without proper controls and economic safeguards, which has left the middle and lower classes, who are crushed by inflation and unemployment, to pay the bill. Experts agree that East Asia will survive, eventually recover, and probably surpass itself, but at a staggering cost in money and human misery. This program is an excellent exposé that reveals why the bubble burst. (39 minutes)
 Released - 2000 For thousands of years, humankind has been obsessed with accumulating wealth. How did that fixation develop, and why? Filmed in sixteen countries over three years, this remarkable six-part series—hosted by BBC economics editor Peter Jay, author of Road to Riches, or, The Wealth of Man—reappraises human history in order to answer those essential questions. A BBC Production. 6-part series, 46-52 minutes each. The Series Includes:
 Released - 1999 America enjoyed unprecedented growth in the 1990s, which firmly established the country as the world’s leading economic power. Why? In this program, ABC News correspondent John Stossel reports on what special factors make the U.S. and Hong Kong, a tiny yet extremely dynamic geopolitical entity, so successful—and why similar success eludes India and other countries. Experts include Nobel Prize-winning economist Milton Friedman; Federal Reserve economist Michael Cox; Dinesh D’Souza, of the American Enterprise Institute; Tom Palmer, of the Cato Institute; and Dr. James Galbraith, of the University of Texas at Austin. (41 minutes)
 Released - 1996 This interactive CD-ROM with 35 simulation activities enables small teams of students to examine, analyze, and solve contextual problems involving producing, exchanging, consuming, saving, and investing. What they have learned in the series can be applied to business scenarios in seven occupational areas: health and human services, business and computer technologies, the mechanical and transportation industries, communication technologies, engineering technologies, construction and design, and agriculture and natural resources. Correlates to National Economics Standards. A printable teacher’s guide is included. Can be used with both Windows and Macintosh.
Released - 1996 This one-semester, secondary-level economics course, developed in consultation with the National Council on Economics Education, combines video, text, and software to illustrate the principles and real-world applications of five major economic activities: producing, exchanging, consuming, saving, and investing. The six-part series, which uses documentary footage and dramatized vignettes, an interactive CD-ROM, and teacher’s guides with reproducible handouts, contains 27 lessons that serve as an interactive, contextual foundation for teaching economics. Correlates to National Economics Standards. 6-part series.
This series examines controversial subjects like politics and race, taxes, the environment, the influence of money in Washington, and television’s role in politics. Combining investigative reports, interviews, debate, and commentary, these programs look at why Americans are so disdainful of politics, reports on efforts of citizens to bring about change, and offers a range of opinions on current social and economic issues, all affecting Americans in their daily lives. 22-part series. The Series Includes:
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Released - 2006 Get your students thinking about how the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services affects their world with this two-CD-ROM series. Its 32 sections are backed up by relevant true-to-life examples and supporting animations—and learning is reinforced by multiple choice questions and interactive diagrams.
Is the next John Kenneth Galbraith, Anna Schwartz, or Paul Volcker sitting in your classroom, waiting for inspiration? The Series Includes: Macroeconomics amd Microeconomics System requirements:
Correlates to National Standards on Economics from the National Council on Economics Education, National Standards for Mathematics developed by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Curriculum Standards for Social Studies by the National Council for the Social Studies, and state standards for California, Florida, Illinois, New York, Ohio, and Texas. Recommended for high school and college. Networkable. Can be used with both Windows and Macintosh. 2-part series on 2 discs.
Released - 1998 In this program, financial experts including economist Jeffrey Sachs, Paul Krugman of MIT, and the IMF’s Stanley Fischer reveal the IMF’s ignorance of basic economic realities at the time of the Asian financial crisis, during which the IMF’s one-size-fits-all policy recommendations and faulty judgment worsened the economies it hoped to assist. Issues such as conflicts of interest, charges of corruption, and political heavy-handedness have prompted the CATO Institute and others to call for an end to the IMF, especially in light of the Russian financial fiasco, which left the IMF holding valueless promissory notes worth millions. (37 minutes)
Released - 1998 Should Japan abandon its interlocking alliance between business and government and reengineer its economy on the American model? In this program, syndicated columnist and author Ben Wattenberg moderates a debate with Eamonn Fingleton, author of the controversial Blindside; Yoichi Funabashi, of the Asahi Shimbun; and experts from The Brookings Institution, U.S. News & World Report, The New York Times, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce (Tokyo). They discuss the current health of Japan’s economy, speculate on Japan’s impending deregulatory "big bang," and address the economic impact on the U.S. if Japan should succumb to the "Asian flu" that imperils its less prosperous neighbors. (27 minutes)
Released - 1998 With four out of five wide-bodies leaving the U.S. carrying cargo to the Pacific Rim, America is inextricably tied to Asian economies. Complicating this is the ability of investors to nimbly outmaneuver politicians by moving large sums of money across borders with a simple click of the mouse. In this program, ABC News anchor Ted Koppel and correspondent David Turecamo assess the prognosis of an ailing Korea as it recovers from its bout of the "Asian flu," undergoing transfusions of capital from Salomon Smith Barney and the IMF. As Korea and other Pac Rim nations turn their backs on traditional political red tape and agree to do business the Wall Street way, will corporate self-interest eventually overpower Washington in matters of international relations? (22 minutes)
Released - 2000 As America’s robust economy surged ahead during the Clinton administration, the nation as a whole experienced unprecedented growth. But behind that facade of economic success are disturbing psychological questions that are in urgent need of resolution—questions that have lost none of their importance in the current economic downturn. In this topical two-part series, concerned experts from a variety of fields scrutinize America’s emotional and spiritual bottom line. 2-part series, 29 minutes each.
This series focuses on three countries—China, Mauritius, and Peru—and the different ways each has succeeded in reforming and growing their economy to compete in the international marketplace. 3-part series, 29-30 minutes each. The Series Includes:
This six-part series examines the principles behind the International Monetary Fund and its role in applying free market theory to transform centrally planned economies into competitive, free-trade markets. Beginning with the principles that guide the IMF and its policies, the series then presents case studies on the application of free market theories in Russia, the Ukraine, and Moldova. Also examined are the obstacles that derailed the transformation of other Commonwealth of Independent States economies: the over-printing of money that led to inflation, the removal of social safety nets that caused public resistance, and the lack of institutions to enforce new laws and collect taxes. The series is an indispensable resource that takes free market theories out of the textbook and watches them at work in the real-life lab of the global economy. 6-part series. The Series Includes:
Released - 2002 This remarkable 20-part series, moderated by CNN’s Emmy Award-winning journalist Jeff Greenfield, uses in-depth interviews with internationally recognized and respected CEOs to shed light on those managerial, organizational, and technological issues that are shaping the marketplace of ideas. In addition, this comprehensive business library also explores the personal side of commerce, as industry icons discuss the values and experiences that shape and influence their business philosophies, strategies, and decisions. 20-part series, 57-58 minutes each. The Series Includes: Creating the 21st-Century CEO | Challenges of the 21st-Century CEO | Internet Shopping in the 21st Century | Cutting-Edge Technologies | International Branding in the 21st Century | Mastering the Art of Corporate Reinvention | The Search for Talent in the 21st Century | Major League Entrepreneurs | Entertainment in the Digital Age | Creating New Categories, Businesses, and Markets | Innovators of Silicon Valley | The Built-to-Order Revolution | Challenges of Leadership | Defense, Aerospace, and Cyberspace | Building Multilevel Global Brands | Jack Welch: Icon of Leadership | Staying on Top in Turbulent Times | Dynamic Leadership in Turbulent Times | Leadership in a Fast-Paced Economy | Customer-Driven Success
Released - 1995 This innovative series brings the real world of finance into the classroom. The programs in this series provide a strong introduction to core financial management topics. The series uses animated graphics throughout to illustrate financial concepts and relationships as well as news stories from television to highlight the financial concerns and decisions of real companies. 5-part series. The Series Includes: Introduction to Financial Management | Fundamental Concepts in Financial Management | Strategic Long-Term Investment Decisions | Strategic Long-Term Financial Decisions | Financial Planning and Working Capital Management
Produced - 2007 According to most experts, globalization is increasing with unstoppable momentum. But the resulting debate is heating up just as quickly—and anyone who participates needs a thorough grounding in the issues. This four-part series provides a foundation for studying the political economy of international trade, finance, development, and natural resource competition. Using concise case studies, straightforward explanations of complex financial concepts, and interviews with renowned experts—including Dr. Jeffrey Sachs of Columbia University, Bank of Israel Governor Dr. Stanley Fischer, and former World Bank president James Wolfensohn—this series gives viewers the wide-ranging subject coverage necessary for sustained class dialogue and discussion. A Films for the Humanities & Sciences Production. 4-part series, 33-39 minutes each. The Series Includes: Global Resources: Management and Competition | Global Exchange: Free Trade and Protectionism | Global Capital Market: Risks and Rewards | Economic Development: A Global Challenge
Produced - 2001 With a softening economy reducing revenues and stiffening competition in the high-tech sector, a time comes when even the most successful business plans must be adjusted. This program filmed at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, brings together Carly Fiorina, chairman and CEO of Hewlett-Packard, and John Chambers, president and CEO of Cisco Systems, to confront the challenges of leadership during times of change. In addition, MBA students and faculty ask questions about Fiorina’s and Chambers’ successes and failures. (58 minutes)
A 10-year high school reunion provides an chance to investigate opportunity cost, supply and demand’s effect on wages, investing in human capital, and the costs and benefits of career decisions. In another segment, two workers, thinking hard about their futures, learn about incentives for investing in human capital and the economic risks involved, why people change jobs, and factors that enhance job mobility. Galloping competition in the manufacturing sector sets the stage for discussing productivity, investments in robotic technology, automation and the loss of jobs, and the role of government in training displaced workers. Correlates to National Economics Standards. A 152-page teacher’s guide is included. (68 minutes)
Produced - 1993 This 17-part series introduces the tools economists use to understand how the economy functions, and insight is given into the policy decisions governments make. Topics covered in the series range from supply and demand to free trade. The programs are hosted by Ellen Roseman and John Palmer of the University of Western Ontario. 17-part series, 28 minutes each. The Series Includes: The Issues and Methods of Economics | Supply and Demand | Demand Theory: Household Behavior | Supply Theory: The Behavior of Profit-Maximizing Firms | Competition versus Central Planning | Market Failure: Monopoly | Market Failure: Externalities | Income Distribution and the Tax System | Free Trade | Unemployment, Inflation, and National Output | GDP and the Multiplier Process | Fiscal Policy and the Deficit | Money and Banking | Interest Rates and Exchange Rates | Pitfalls in Stabilization Policy | Stabilization Policy for a Small Open Economy | Growth and Development
Produced - 1993 This program examines government attempts to stabilize the economy, focusing on monetary policy. Concepts explored include fractional reserve banking, the deposits in chartered banks as a major component of the country’s money supply, and how chartered bank reserves can be increased. (28 minutes)
Released - 1999 Using nations of the European Union, Singapore, and New Zealand as models, this comprehensive 10-part series provides numerous case studies to analyze how economies must adapt in order to prosper in a rapidly changing world. What lessons in economic theory and monetary policy can America learn from the restructuring going on in Europe and around the globe? 10-part series, 30 minutes each. The Series Includes:
Released - 1999 In today’s swiftly evolving world economy, change is a fundamental determinant of business planning. With a primary focus on Europe, this outstanding 10-part series—created for instructional use—provides diverse case studies of international companies that exemplify core business concepts in action. 10-part series, 28-30 minutes each. The Series Includes:
Produced - 2005 and activists, this 12-part public television series delves into hot-button ethical issues at the heart of international business. Each program investigates corporate challenges and solutions related to the triple bottom line—an increasingly popular term for standards of human dignity, environmental stewardship, and financial profit that guide socially responsible commerce. Building on the real-world expertise of its guests, commentators, and creator—renowned scholar Hazel Henderson, author of the book Ethical Markets—the series serves as a video forum for bold “green business” ideas. 12-part series, 28 minutes each. The Series Includes: Redefining Success | Global Corporate Citizenship | Community Investing | Green Building and Design | Renewable Energy | Clean Food, Organic Agriculture | Fair Trade, Ethical Trading | Socially Responsible Investing | Shareholder Activism | The Love Economy | Women-Owned Businesses | The Transformation of Work
Produced - 2002 In December 2001, the Argentine government defaulted on $155 billion in public debt. This Wide Angle documentary describes the economic disintegration of the once-affluent country, examining its political quagmire and the collapse of its currency. Showing various methods that citizens use to survive in a broken economy—ranging from the ingenious, such as barter clubs for exchanging goods and services, to the brutal, including outbreaks of rioting—the program demonstrates what happens when basic government services vanish. It also asks: How can the people of Argentina put their society back together? In addition, former World Bank Chief Economist Joseph Stiglitz talks with anchor Jamie Rubin. (57 minutes)
Produced - 2008 There are fortunes to be made in China today—but fortune-seekers from overseas face immense challenges. This program offers three engaging business case studies, each following a Western entrepreneur who grapples with Chinese business practices and culture. Tony Caldera’s cushion business has been ruined by Chinese imports, but he hopes for a turnaround by building a factory here. Peter Williams is about to embark on the toughest challenge of his life: selling an energy-saving device to the Chinese. Finally, there’s Vance Miller, who gained notoriety for selling cheap Chinese kitchens in Britain. Now he’s in China, determined to overcome setbacks. All three studies are ideal for sparking discussion and analysis in international business courses. (60 minutes)
Produced - 2007 While poverty has traditionally been a problem only for the unemployed, a new demographic of Americans has emerged—the working poor. This program explores the disturbing realities that many people in low-wage jobs face every day—such as having to decide whether to pay the rent, buy groceries, or see a doctor. Viewers will learn how standards of living are often measured, how suburban areas have fostered a particular type of economic hardship, and how welfare-to-work programs have, at times, led to more resistant poverty. The film also draws connections between America’s immigration challenges and the swelling numbers of working poor. (57 minutes)
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