Learning Objects and Learning Object Collections:

Business

Learning Object Collections

• Biz/Ed Virtual Learning Arcade
  A new offering from Biz/ed (last mentioned in the July 20, 2001 Scout Report), the Virtual Learning Arcade uses simulations and interactive online models to help teach concepts related to economics and business. Along with the simulations are a variety of support materials written to help educators take full advantage of the tools provided. Ten simulations are currently available, but the goal of the project is to have twenty eventually. Interested users can sign up for the Biz/ed newsletter to keep up-to-date on the newest VLA releases.
• Great Ideas for Teaching Marketing
  Provided by South-Western College Publishing, Great Ideas for Teaching Marketing is an extensive metapage of instructional resources written and tested by teachers at the high school and college level. Topics range from promotion, pricing, and selling to product design and consumer behavior. The site features a wide variety of document types such as teaching tips, games, and research.