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The case for economics in the elementary classrooms
Journal Article
Teacher workshops chip away at economic illiteracy
Workshops put on for teachers by the Atlanta and St. Louis Feds are having the desired results, a recent assessment shows. Teachers are learning about the economy and personal finance, and they are passing this information on to a student body that desperately needs it.
Financial Capability Will Help Students Prepare for Post-Pandemic Futures
The COVID-19 pandemic may cast a long shadow over students' financial lives. Encouraging financial capability is a way to help them now.
Newsletter
Banking Basics
There are many reasons to keep your money in a bank or credit union. The October 2020 issue of Page One: Focus on Finance describes what banks, credit unions, and online banks are and outlines things to consider when choosing where to have an account and what type of account to have.
Economics and Personal Finance Courses: Complements Not Substitutes
Personal finance mandates can edge econ out of the classroom, but both contribute in important ways to students' education, our economic education experts say.
Human Capital: The Most Important Investment You Make Is in Yourself
What is human capital? Investing in yourself counts! Education can boost your income-earning potential, and financial literacy can aid your decision-making as a consumer.
Newsletter
Do You Want an Extended Warranty with That?
Before buying an extended warranty or a service contract for your home, a car, or an appliance, be sure to read the fine print and weigh the costs and benefits.
Self-education Helps Consumers Avoid Financial Pitfalls
Self-education can help with personal finance knowledge deficits, which can be more pronounced for women, Economic Education Officer Mary Suiter says in an opinion piece.
Why Economic Education Month Matters
October is a perfect time to invest in economic literacy. The St. Louis Fed's resources can help.