LEARNING OUTCOMES.  The learner should be able to:

1. understand the background for growth of capitalism and socialism. (u)
2. know some of the world states that have used the above ideologies to excel.
3. appreciate the journey of Singapore’s economic transformation from 3rd world to 1st world.
4. understand the history for economic development of Japan, Singapore and Korea. (k, s)
5. understand the history for economic development of South Korea.
6. appreciate the contribution of South Korea, Japan and Singapore.

Introduction

Activity 1.1: The Background of Socialism and Capitalism

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 1.1.1, 1.1.2 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks.

1. How would you explain socialism to a friend, and why might some people prefer this economic system in East Africa?
2. what capitalism means and why individuals might like capitalism?
3. If East Africa wanted to implement more socialist policies, how might it affect the distribution of resources?
4. What are some potential challenges that might arise from too much focus on capitalism in a country like Uganda?
5. Imagine you are an economic advisor. Develop a proposal for an economic system that you believe would benefit East African countries.

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Video 1.1.1: The Background of Socialism and Capitalism

Video 1.1.2: The Background of Socialism and Capitalism

1.2: Cold World Wars

Activity 1.2: Cold World Wars

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 1.2.1, 1.2.2 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks.

1. What was the Cold War and Name the major powers involved in the Cold War.
2. How did the Cold War affect countries around the world?
3. What do you think life was like for people in East Africa during the Cold War?
4. Do you think the Cold War had more positive or negative effects on East Africa? Why?
5. What might have been the challenges faced by East African leaders during the Cold War?
6. Imagine you are a leader in East Africa during the Cold War. What strategies would you use to navigate the challenges posed by the global conflict?

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Video 1.2.1: Cold World Wars

Video 1.2.2: Cold World Wars

Video 1.2.3 What Happened in Africa During the Cold War?

Activity 1.3: Economic Transformation of Japan.

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 1.3.1, 1.3.2 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks.

1. Explain in simple terms what “economic development” means?
2. How do you think economic development can make life better for people in a country?
3. If you were to start a small business, what ideas might you take from Japan’s economic development to make your business successful?
4. What are some things that Japan and East Africa might have in common that could help them work together for economic growth?
5. Why do you think Japan’s focus on technology and innovation has contributed to its economic success?
6. Think of a creative way that Japan and East Africa could collaborate to promote economic development together?

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Video 1.3.1: Economic Transformation of Japan.

Video 1.3.2: Economic Transformation of Japan.

Activity 1.4: Economic Transformation of Singapore.

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 1.4.1, 1.4.2 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks.

1. How is Singapore different from countries in East Africa in terms of its economy?
2. How might the economic development in Singapore be adapted to benefit countries in East Africa?
3. What are some factors that contributed to Singapore’s economic success?
4. Compare the economic activities in Singapore to those in a country in East Africa.
5. Do you think the economic strategies used by Singapore would work the same way in East Africa? Why or why not?
6. What challenges might countries in East Africa face in trying to replicate Singapore’s economic success?
7. Imagine you are creating a new economic plan for a country. What would you include from Singapore’s model?

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Video 1.4.1: Economic Transformation of Singapore.

Video 1.4.2: Economic Transformation of Singapore.

Activity 1.5: Economic Development of South Korea.

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 1.5.1, 1.5.2 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks.

1. How is the weather in South Korea different from East Africa? How might this affect their economies?
2. If you were in South Korea, what kind of job might you have? How would it be similar or different in East Africa?
3. Imagine you are a farmer in East Africa. How might your life be different if you were a farmer in South Korea?
4. What resources do you think South Korea has that contribute to its economic development? How might this compare to the resources in East Africa?
5. Do you think it’s more challenging for a person to start a business in South Korea or East Africa? Why?
6. Imagine you are creating a new country in East Africa. What economic systems and strategies would you put in place to ensure development?

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Video 1.5.1: Economic Development of South Korea.

Video 1.5.2: Economic Development of South Korea