Doughnut economics case studies

In this lesson, students will revise features of the circular flow and Doughnut Economic models from the previous lesson (Comparing economic models) before exploring a real-world example of Doughnut Economics in action.

1hr 40mins

Australia , New Zealand

Fact sheet , Worksheet , Data Table

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Overview

In this lesson, students will revise features of the circular flow and Doughnut Economic models from the previous lesson (Comparing economic models) before exploring a real-world example of Doughnut Economics in action. Students will have the opportunity to investigate one of the five solutions presented in the 2040 feature documentary. Groups will evaluate the impact all solutions have on environmental and social wellbeing using a set criteria and star rating system. Students will then reflect individually on the solutions using ‘The Doughnut’ model as a guide.

Learning intentions:

Students will...

  • understand the features of the Doughnut diagram
  • understand the pressures placed on the planet and the inequality of social wellbeing
  • understand possible solutions to an environmental and social problem

Success criteria:

Students can...

  • identify and label the Doughnut diagram
  • identify the environmental problems and social equalities evident in our world
  • explore and evaluate possible solutions to problems that are available today

Credits and acknowledgements:

Curriculum material and mapping has been developed and written by Cool.org.

Cool.org, GoodThing Productions and Regen Studios would like to acknowledge the generous contributions of Good Pitch Australia, Shark Island Institute, Documentary Australia Foundation, The Caledonia Foundation, and our philanthropic partners in the development of these teaching resources.

Watching the film

If your school or institution has a ClickView subscription, you can access 2040 on the ClickView platform.

If you do not have access to ClickView, you can purchase an educational licence to screen the film to your class and request a streaming link to share with your students. Please complete the Host a Screening form on our website and our team will be in touch to assist you.

The educational licence is for primary and secondary schools who wish to utilise the film as a learning tool or host on-site screenings for the school community.

Curriculum mapping

To view our Australian Curriculum alignment click here

To view our NZ Curriculum alignment click here

What you'll need

  • Lesson materials
  • Device capable of presenting a video to the class
  • Devices for students to watch clips in small groups or individually
  • Chalk, masking tape or sports markers

Lesson materials

Fact sheet

Doughnut economics case studies lesson plan

Worksheet

Student worksheet - Doughnut economics case studies

Fact sheet

Teacher content info - Doughnut economics case studies

Data Table

Solutions evaluation table

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