This two-lesson plan introduces students to the gaming economy within Roblox. In the first lesson, students learn about the basics of how virtual items are bought and sold. In the second lesson, they delve deeper into economic principles, such as supply and demand, and analyze how these concepts impact the gaming economy in Roblox.
Lesson 1: Introduction to the Roblox Gaming Economy
Overview
In this lesson, students will dive into the virtual economy of Roblox, understanding how in-game economies function. They will learn about the purchasing and selling of items using Robux, Roblox's virtual currency, and explore the concepts of supply and demand, trading, and market value within the game.
Lesson 2: Analyzing Economic Principles in Roblox
Overview
In this lesson, students will dive deeper into the economic principles of supply and demand as they encounter them within the Roblox gaming world. Building on their previous introduction to the Roblox economy, students will explore how these fundamental economic concepts affect game environments, player behavior, and the in-game marketplaces. They will participate in discussions and activities that help them identify and analyze these concepts in action.
