Author: Jacquie Ross

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Exploring Constantinople 1880-1922

Haghia Sophia (1910). Source
An interesting juxtaposition of a simple structure in the foreground of this massive, historic mosque (originally built as a church in AD 537).
This half crescent moon is a traditional Islamic symbol. Were these street posts located throughout the city, or just adjacent to the mosque (converted in the 15th century)?
This photo of a bakery is taken in 1922. Source
The languages include Armenian, Ladino, English, Greek and Russian.
Loaves are on display on the exterior of the building as well as in what appears to be a large, open window.
Late 19th Century on the Grand Rue de Pera. Source
One of the only women walking down the avenue. Is she local, or a traveler?
Window washing above the boulevard. Do the passersby notice?

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Why teach economics?

The phrase factors of protection plays on the factors of production, the resources available for the production of goods and services: labor, capital, land and entrepreneurship. The images associated with the factors of protection represent resources and aspects of our lives that allow us to succeed and thrive.

Economics education is a social justice issue. Access to an understanding of the global economy, our nation’s economic system, the circular flow of economic activity, personal budgeting and financial security, taxes, and the role of government in fiscal policy allows individuals to self advocate and successfully participate as a consumer, investor and citizen/ voter.