Problems associated with the consumption of common and public goods
Activity title | Exercise 4. Problems associated with the consumption of common and public goods |
Overview | The exercise is carried out after learning Chapter 3 of the theoretical part. Exercise content: – The auditorium is divided into groups of 3-4 members. – Each group will receive larger paper for drawing and coloured markers. – The teacher gives each group one common or public good. These can be, for example, a river in a local area, a naturally beautiful place, a public park or square, and so on. – Based on the object given by the teacher and using the knowledge learned in Chapter 3, students compile a story about the problem of free-riders, overconsumption, pollution, pollution damage, and external costs. – The story is displayed as a picture, cartoon, scheme, etc. – An exhibition will be organized. The viewers explain the situations shown in the picture. If necessary, the authors of the picture will provide explanations. |
Objectives | The learner is able to relate the problems associated with the consumption of common and public goods. |
Materials | Larger paper and coloured markers |
Time | Minimum 25 minutes |
Group size | 3 – 4 learners |
Instructions for trainers | Before carrying out the study, the teacher finds the common or public benefits that actually exist in the area, which can be used, for example. |
