Episode 45 of 60 · Financial Literacy: Cash Course

Unemployment: Vital Sign of an Economy

Grades 6th+

Economics — Economics & Financial Literacy · Captions

About This Video

What does unemployment reveal about the health of the economy? In this episode, we break down four key types—frictional, structural, cyclical, and seasonal—and explore how each one affects people and markets. It's perfect for high school and up, or anyone who wants to learn more about the labor market, government policy, and what makes it harder—or easier—to find a job.

Standards Met in Ohio

  • EFL.9-12.4.cGrades 9th, 10th, 11th, 12thIdentify an economic system.

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