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Lesson Plan
Grade: Date: 17/01/2026
Subject: Economics
Lesson Topic: Supply-side policy measures: privatisation
Learning Objective/s:
  • Describe the rationale behind privatisation as a supply‑side policy.
  • Explain the different forms of privatisation and their typical applications.
  • Analyse the short‑run and long‑run macro‑economic impacts of privatisation.
  • Evaluate the conditions under which privatisation is likely to be successful.
Materials Needed:
  • Projector and screen for slides/diagrams
  • Printed handout summarising privatisation forms and impacts
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Worksheet with case‑study questions (UK rail privatisation)
  • Short video clip on privatisation benefits and risks
 Introduction:
Begin with a quick poll: “What services in our community are owned by the government?” Use responses to link prior knowledge of public‑sector provision and introduce privatisation as a tool governments use to boost efficiency and raise revenue. Explain that by the end of the lesson students will be able to describe why governments privatise, identify its forms, and evaluate its economic effects.
Lesson Structure:
  1. Do‑now (5') – Students list examples of state‑owned enterprises on sticky notes; share a few.
  2. Mini‑lecture (10') – Define privatisation, discuss why governments pursue it, and present the four main forms using slides.
  3. Interactive activity (12') – In pairs, analyse a table of macro‑economic impacts; fill a cause‑effect chart.
  4. Case‑study discussion (10') – Examine the UK rail privatisation example; groups answer evaluation questions on success criteria.
  5. Formative check (8') – Whole‑class quiz (Kahoot) on advantages, disadvantages, and conditions for success.
  6. Summary & exit ticket (5') – Students write one key takeaway and one question on a slip.
Conclusion:
Recap the main reasons for privatisation, its typical forms, and the factors that determine success. Collect exit tickets to gauge understanding and assign a short homework: research a recent privatisation in another country and write a brief evaluation using the criteria discussed.