For this assignment, assume the role of an economic advisor to Steve Forbes. Using this week’s required resources as well as at least two additional credible resources, prepare an 8-10 slide audio presentation highlighting the causes and responses to the Great Recession.
To communicate with Mr. Forbes, you will submit an audio PowerPoint with speaker notes that is 8-10 slides.
Specific questions to consider in your presentation:
- What caused to the Great Recession of 2008-2009? Address any monetary and fiscal policies that played a role before, during, and after the recession.
- Has the crisis changed the structure of the U.S. economy?
- Could a similar recession happen in the future, why or why not? Provide supporting facts for your opinions.
- What economic advice would you offer to steer the economy away from such a deep and long recession?
In this presentation,
- Hypothesize two to three causes of the Great Recession.
- Analyze the underlining fiscal and monetary policies leading up to, during, and after the Great Recession.
- Conclude on any changes in the U.S. economy from the Great Recession as well as any future recession possibilities of this magnitude.
- Propose a minimum of three economic policies and actions to avoid future recessions.
The Great Recession of 2008-2009: Causes and Responses recorded video presentation


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