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Lesson Plan
Grade: Date: 17/01/2026
Subject: Economics
Lesson Topic: factors affecting labour mobility
Learning Objective/s:
  • Describe the three types of labour mobility (geographic, occupational, skill).
  • Explain the key factors that influence each type of mobility.
  • Analyse how push and pull factors affect workers’ decisions using the mobility‑cost model.
  • Evaluate policy measures that can enhance labour mobility.
Materials Needed:
  • Projector and screen
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Handout with summary table of push/pull factors
  • Worksheet with case‑study scenarios
  • Calculator for cost‑benefit calculations
  • Access to online labour‑market data (optional)
 Introduction:
Begin with a quick poll: “If you could move to any region for a better job, what would stop you?” This activates prior knowledge of factors that influence job decisions. Today we will explore the types of labour mobility, the push‑pull factors that shape them, and the criteria for evaluating mobility decisions.
Lesson Structure:
  1. Do‑now (5'): Students list personal factors that would affect moving jobs; share briefly. (Engage)
  2. Mini‑lecture (10'): Define labour mobility and its three types with examples. (Direct instruction)
  3. Interactive activity (12'): In groups, analyse a case study of a worker considering relocation, identify push and pull factors, and calculate ΔU using provided data. (Application)
  4. Whole‑class discussion (8'): Groups present findings; teacher highlights key factors for geographic, occupational, and skill mobility. (Clarify)
  5. Policy brainstorm (10'): Students list policies that could reduce barriers and increase mobility; create a mind map on the board. (Synthesis)
  6. Check for understanding (5'): Quick quiz (Kahoot/exit ticket) with three multiple‑choice questions on definitions and factors. (Assessment)
Conclusion:
Summarise that labour mobility depends on a mix of economic, social and institutional factors, and that policies can shift push‑pull dynamics. For exit, each student writes one factor they think is most critical and why. Homework: research a recent government initiative aimed at improving labour mobility and prepare a brief summary.