The Great Depression does not fit into a simplistic narrative. This video introduces learners to the complicated and complex nature of this historical event in the United States with a heavy emphasis on the progression of economic decisions and consequences. The speaker discusses underlying economic conditions prior to crash and consumption fueled by credit, bank failures and a frozen credit system, deflation, massive unemployment, and the role of the federal reserve and foreign tariffs.  Tip: Stop video periodically to further explain concepts and answer questions. Consider having learners design an infographic to illustrate the sequencing of economic events.

Concepts

the stock market crash of 1929, the great depression, herbert hoover

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Additional Tags

stock market crash, herbert hoover, social studies

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Classroom Considerations

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Very detailed overview and analysis of economic underpinnings of the Great Depression
• Video utilizes several graphics and animations to convey concepts

Cons

• Queue video to skip initial third-party advertisement
• Learners should have a great deal of background knowledge on fundamental economic concepts

Common Core

SL.9-10.3 SL.9-10.5 SL.11-12.3 SL.11-12.5 RH.11-12.3 RH.11-12.7