Economics should impart training in the principles of economics, its application to different life situations and finally help the student in understanding the basics of national economic environment because it will affect their lives as well. Authentic learning when applied in teaching Economics can make a difference on how the students view it as a subject. As learners in Economics classrooms develop 21st-century skills or competencies to live well in today’s fast-paced society, they need opportunities to see themselves and their learning in a larger authentic context. Primarily, this study aimed to identify the authentic learning strategies and assessment used by Grade 9 Economics teachers. Specifically, this study sought to answer the following questions: 1. What are the less authentic and more authentic learning strategies of Grade 9 Economics teachers?; 2. What are the authentic assessments being utilized by the Grade 9 Economics teachers? 3. Based on the findings of the study,.....

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