This paper addresses the current gaps in economic literacy within secondary education and offers practical, research-backed recommendations aimed at ensuring that students across the UK receive a solid foundation in economic principles.
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This paper addresses the current gaps in economic literacy within secondary education and offers practical, research-backed recommendations aimed at ensuring that students across the UK receive a solid foundation in economic principles.