Objective:
To provide access for teachers to a range of resources that support Years 7-9 Rich Task #8: International Trade. Five major topics have been identified:
Description:
This list provides a starting point for resources to support Years 7-9 Rich Task #8: International Trade. Resources have been grouped under the following headings:
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Professional associations, community members or organisations able to provide expert information and advice on topics related to the Rich Task.
Austrade: Australian Trade Commission
http://www.austrade.gov.au/ 
The site provides a number of services for exporters and investors, including recent news, a database of Australian suppliers, details on export market grants and the Economist's corner , which carries dozens of articles on a variety of trade and economy-related topics such as 'globalisation' and the 'knowledge economy'. Teachers will find here a wealth of information on the different aspects of trade and the economy to supplement students' research.
Australian Customs Service
http://www.customs.gov.au/
Students involved in assignments on international trade will need to be aware of the regulations and restrictions involved in importing and exporting.
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
http://www.dfat.gov.au/
The Trade issues homepage contains details of recent trade matters and recent speeches on trade. Students will be able to check individual countries for trading features and developments.
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry - Australia
http://www.affa.gov.au/
Students can search this site to find information on agricultural topics including Agribiz, a service designed to help people start new ventures. Agribiz asks questions such as: 'How do I make my idea happen?' and provides a series of links to information suggesting answers to these questions from people who have already walked the path. This would be a useful section for students looking for export opportunities as part of the Rich Task. Other government departments that would also be useful include: The Department of Primary Industries, Queensland and The Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources, Australia .
International trade and the balance of payments
http://www.chass.utoronto.ca/~reak/eco100/topic11.htm
Although aimed at university students, the information in this site is at an introductory level and would be understood by many lower secondary students. It introduces the classical theory of trade, explains tariffs and other restrictive trade practices and the international flow of money. As a prelude to developing an export opportunity, students will find this site useful in explaining the basics of trading.
What is trade?
http://www.foei.org/trade/activistguide/whatis.htm
This site takes a view of trade that is different from most, listing a number of reasons why countries trade, including, for the USA, as a foreign policy tool. It also gives the common controls of trade, export and import taxes, and lists acronyms of trade that students will find useful. The site will help students see some of the problems of trade that need to be considered when initiating an export drive.
Australian Bureau of Statistics
http://www.abs.gov.au/
The Australian Bureau of Statistics carries details of Australia's trade with its trading partners in the topic International trade in 'Themes: Economy'. Although the site is meant for business people, students will be able to gain some knowledge of the concepts of balance of payment and export/import data in relation to our trading partners.
Country, economy and regional information
http://www.dfat.gov.au/geo/
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade supplies this list of countries, in alphabetical order, as an aid for travellers and business people. Each country has an economic and trade information sheet, travel advice and the name of the Australian representative in the country as well as any aid program that may operate in the country. Each trading country also has graphs showing the state of trade over the past few years.
Preambles to Incoterms 2000
http://www.iccwbo.org/incoterms/preambles.asp
The International Chamber of Commerce produces Incoterms , which defined terms used in international trade. This site gives access to the 'Preambles', which are brief statements of what the terms mean. Students will be able to understand these explanations and their importance in international trade.
China Excite
http://www.chinaexcite.com/
This website provides foreign manufactories and trading companies with Chinese version website services. It gives examples of the sites it makes and also some advice on trading in China, laws, customs, culture and business travel. The site should help students meet expectations of Chinese business interests.
Germany - Country, economy and regional information
http://www.dfat.gov.au/geo/germany/
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade gives some brief information about Germany, including its economy, and TradeWatch - Germany , a site that assists potential traders to do business in Germany. Students will find interesting facts to help them arrange a presentation to German business people about their proposed export.
Republic of Korea - Country, economy and regional information
http://www.dfat.gov.au/geo/rok/
This site from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade gives a brief account of the country, its economy, foreign relations and politics. Students will gain insights into how to do business in Korea in preparation for their export opportunity.
Spain - Country, economy and regional information
http://www.dfat.gov.au/geo/spain/
This information from the Countries section of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has a country fact sheet about Spain, brief facts, travel advice and details of Australian representatives in Spain. It also has a link to an Embassy site with Spanish language text, which could be useful for students setting up a display in this language.
Persuasive writing
http://www.superwriter.com/persuasi.htm
This short page from a commercial writer shows how to craft a message to appeal to the audience's self-interest.
Comprising non-website resources available from a variety of sources.
BARLOW, Alex 1994, Trade, South Yarra, Victoria: Macmillan Education Australia.
Topics include the need for trade, items traded and the areas of particular importance to trade as well as Aboriginal technology and way of life, Aboriginal culture and attitudes to the environment. Upper primary students will find this useful for understanding the origins of trade and its universality.
CAUDLE, Michael 1996, Business in Asia, Carlton, Victoria: Curriculum Corporation.
Designed to support the Access Asia project, the book comprises six case studies of Asian enterprises, giving a description of the nation in which it operates, the background to its development, a biography of its leaders, and an examination of its technology, marketing and future prospects. Secondary students will find the book useful for understanding particular Asian markets.
VALENTINE, Nina 1993, Speaking in public, Ringwood, Victoria: Penguin.
In a society where public speaking is feared more than death or snakes, this little volume will do wonders to ease the tremors associated with public speaking. It is ideal for students striving to deliver oral presentations and for teachers in guiding students to become competent, confident speakers.
Trade routes. A10279482
An Aboriginal awareness series examining aspects of Australian heritage and culture. This part, narrated by Eric Willmot, brings together Aboriginal storytellers to uncover Aboriginal trade routes across Australia used long before white settlement.
Getting started. A10853499
This introductory program in a six-part series specifically designed for teachers and students analyses and demonstrates the skills needed for effective public speaking. This episode focuses on preparation: research; speech writing and structure; rehearsal; delivery; dress; presentation techniques and conclusion.
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Other resources for Years 7-9 Rich Task #8: International Trade may be found by searching the Curriculum
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or the Internet. The following criteria listed under Keywords and/or Subject are
suggested search terms:
Curriculum level:
Upper primary; Lower secondary
Audience:
Teacher; Student
Keywords:
Exporting; Trade; Persuasive speaking; Persuasive writing; Trading partners
Subject:
Business; Commerce; Industry; Exports; International trade; International trade vocabulary; Persuasive discourse; Marketing; Public speaking; Writing (Authorship); Intercultural communication; Business communication; Cultural awareness; Second languages
Dewey number:
382
Source:
New Basics Project, Education Queensland
May 2002
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