Money and Investing

Empowering students to make informed financial decisions, Money and Investing equips them with the basics of personal finance and introduces them to the world of investing. Through interactive activities and real-world examples, students will explore concepts like budgeting, saving, and responsible spending habits. The course delves into essential financial tools like checking accounts, debit cards, and simple investment options, fostering critical thinking and an understanding of responsible money management. By examining the core principles of investing, students gain valuable knowledge that will prepare them for future financial planning and decision-making.

Completion of this course requires regular access to a laptop or desktop computer with working microphone and webcam, as well as a reliable internet connection.

This Fixed-Paced course incorporates a blend of synchronous and asynchronous elements. Students and teacher meet live via zoom on a regular weekly schedule. In addition, students complete coursework including guided readings, interactive videos, text and video-based discussion threads, problem sets, individual and collaborative projects, and so on. While these activities are time-flexible, teachers sequence them with weekly deadlines to help students keep on track and encourage and support the development of productive time management skills.