Describe the economic impact of defense spending on the business cycle and education priorities from 1945 to the 1990s Video Lesson

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Video Learning Notes

From 1945 to the 1990s, defense spending played a significant role in shaping the U.S. economy by influencing the business cycle and driving education priorities, especially in science and technology. Government policies like the Great Society, affirmative action, and Title IX aimed to create broader economic opportunities by reducing poverty, combating discrimination, and expanding access to education. Together, these factors contributed to economic growth, social change, and the development of a more inclusive workforce during the post-World War II era.

Learning Goals

• Explain how defense spending affected the U.S. business cycle between 1945 and the 1990s.
• Describe how defense spending influenced education priorities during this period.
• Identify key government policies like the Great Society, affirmative action, and Title IX that aimed to create economic opportunities.
• Analyze the outcomes of these government policies on economic opportunities for citizens.

Curriculum Context

Grade: Grade 11

Subject: Social Studies

Curriculum: TEKS