Use of Technology

All our simulations have technology components that meet various state technology standards. For example, students can use the Internet for all types of research. They can also use:

    • Word processors and page layout programs to write, create and publish campaign literature and Econogame newspapers;
    • Spreadsheets to track campaign finances, calculate how much a bill's provisions might cost and run the Econogame® Bank;
    • Web and graphic design applications can be used to make campaign websites, newspaper name banners and logos and blogs;
    • Presentation software can add mulit-media elelments (graphics, music, movies, photos etc.) to campaign speeches and other presentations.

The chart below provides some suggestions for each simulation.

 

Simulations
Software
Econogame® Running for Office Did My Bill Pass? Puttin' on
the Robes
Taxes
Internet
Blogs
US Law Issues Issues
Regions
Court cases Issues
Word
Processor

Newspaper

Write:
Speeches
Fundraising letters
Newspaper articles

Write bills Write Brief
Write Opinions
Write Bills
Spreadsheet EG Bank
EG Taxes

Campaign Finances Money issues   Tax structure
Web Design   Candidate website      
Graphic Design Newspaper Newspaper
Website
     
Page Layout Newspaper Newspaper      
Presentations   Candidate Speeches Bill Research      

Key
Research/Reading

Writing
Calculations
Speaking