Monday, March 10, 2014

Financial Literacy - The Occasional Math Topic

We hear a lot about the importance of financial literacy, but is the topic part of the average high school curriculum?  The answer is sometimes, somewhere but is not consistent in schools, districts and states.   The importance of financial literacy is critical because as students graduate from high school, they are stepping into adult roles with adult responsibilities.  Those going to college are finding financial aid a daunting responsibility.  The value in this article are the embedded links to help teachers and students.  I liked the smartphone app which I feel would appeal to students.

3 Ways to Engage High Schoolers in Personal Finance. Alexandra Pannoni. 3.3.14.  U.S, News and World Report.
http://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/high-school-notes/2014/03/03/3-ways-to-engage-high-schoolers-in-personal-finance

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