A Deeper Look at Poverty

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Poverty does not have one simple definition. People from different countries and different people within a community can see poverty in varying ways. In this activity, students explore the many criteria and components of life that can contribute to poverty. They apply their understanding of poverty and use decision-making skills in small groups to rank the order of poverty levels of people described in the case studies, with the ultimate goal of having students understand that poverty is a complex and holistic issue. Students share their rankings with the class and must provide justification for their decisions.

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