1. The Consumer 2. Rights and Responsibilities 3. Consumer Agencies 4. Ethical and Sustainable Consumption 5. Impacts of Buying Online
Learning Outcomes
[1.7] Distinguish between and appreciate their rights and responsibilities as consumers. [1.8] Compare the services provided by consumer agencies and financial institutions to assist and support customers.
[1.9] Debate the ethical and sustainability issues that arise from their consumption of goods and services and evaluate how they can contribute to sustainable development through consumer behaviour.
[1.10] Discuss and evaluate how globalisation and developments in technology impact on consumer choice and behaviour.
Learning Intentions
At the end of this unit, I will be able to: Understand the term ‘consumer’ Distinguish between the rights and responsibilities of consumers Outline the agencies available to help consumers Understand that a consumer has choices and their choices affect the world around them Understand what it means to be ethical and contribute towards a more sustainable world Finally, I will: Be aware of the impact of buying online
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Information I may already know that will support this unit:
A good consumer always shops around, the importance of knowing what the consumer is entitled to (rights and responsibilities).