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Activities, Topics, and Outcomes

GoVenture delivers many cross-curriculum learning outcomes in a single learning experience. Curriculum outcomes that are normally difficult and time-consuming to accomplish can be delivered in a holistic and in-context thematic approach. Choose one or more products to see activities, topics, and outcomes covered. You may also want to view Education Standards Maps.

 

 

 

 
 

Startup

Business Name

Logo Selection

Product Management

Product R&D

Product Innovation

Product Packaging

Product Manufacturing

Inventory Management

Inventory Ordering

Inventory Forecasting

Inventory Carrying Costs

Inventory Loss

Cost of Goods

Product Pricing

Reseller Discounts

Transportation

 

Marketing and Sales

Marketing Strategy Planning

Market Research

Product Differentiation

Sales Promotion

Product Line and Brand Advertising

Price Discount Advertising

Advertising Mix

Territory Management

Brand Equity

Sales Forecasting

Event Effects

Consumer Behavior

Customer Psychographics

Competitor Analysis

Market Share Analysis

 

Operations

Business Management

Human Resources

HR Benefits

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Budgeting

Reseller Discounts

Profitability Analysis

Income Statement

Balance Sheet

Financial Analysis

Stock Market Capitalization

Earnings Per Share

Loans

Loan Principal

Interest Rate

Amortization Earnings

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

Debt

Equity

 

Human Resources

Salary

Benefits (27)

Benefits Survey

Productivity

Morale

Turnover

Turnover Costs

Training

Hiring

Firing

Right-sizing

Severance

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Role of Incentives

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Productivity

Division of Labor

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Macroeconomy

 

Law and Ethics

Business Ownership

Workplace Ethics

Ethical Business

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

Organization

Planning

Risk Management

Team Building

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as an Employee

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

 

Additional Topics

The Simulation Manager can create events to occur in the simulation. Events are completely customizable and can cover any number of topics desired.

 

Product Management

Product Ingredients

Product Quality

Inventory Management

Inventory Ordering

Volume Purchase Discounts

Inventory Forecasting

Inventory Loss

Cost of Goods

Product Pricing

 

Marketing and Sales

Sales Forecasting

Weather Effects

Customer Traffic Patterns

Customer Feedback

Consumer Behavior

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Profitability Analysis

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Money

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Growth

Sustainability

 

Law and Ethics

Business Ownership

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Planning

Risk Management

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

 

Topics covered in the Experiencing Lemonade Stand subject guide

Owning Your Own Business

Business Basics

Starting Your Business

Pricing and Profit

Next Steps

 

Learning Guides and Activities included in the Lemonade Stand Education Bundle

- Business Terms

- Owning Your Own Business

- Business Basics

- Naming a Business

- Selecting a Logo

- Financing a Business

- Managing Inventory

- Pricing Products

- Profit and Loss

 

Product Management

Product Ingredients

Product Quality

Inventory Management

Inventory Ordering

Volume Purchase Discounts

Inventory Forecasting

Inventory Loss

Cost of Goods

Product Pricing

 

Marketing and Sales

Sales Forecasting

Weather Effects

Customer Traffic Patterns

Customer Feedback

Consumer Behavior

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Profitability Analysis

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Money

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Growth

Sustainability

 

Law and Ethics

Business Ownership

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Planning

Risk Management

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

 

Topics covered in the Experiencing Lemonade Stand subject guide

Owning Your Own Business

Business Basics

Starting Your Business

Pricing and Profit

Next Steps

Startup

Startup Process

Business Plan

Product Selection

Business Name

Logo Selection

Legal Structures

Debt and Equity Financing

 

Product Management

Product Selection

Product Ingredients

Product Quality

Inventory Management

Inventory Ordering

Volume Purchase Discounts

Inventory Forecasting

Cost of Goods

Product Pricing

Facilities

Space Management

Location Analysis

 

Marketing and Sales

Advertising

Sales Forecasting

Weather Effects

News and Event Effects

Competitor Analysis

Market Share Analysis

Customer Traffic Patterns

Customer Feedback

Customer Satisfaction

Consumer Behavior

 

Human Resources

Employee Hiring

Employee Salaries

Scheduling (Daily)

 

Operations

Business Management

Scheduling

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Budgeting

Profitability Analysis

Income Statement

Balance Sheet

Financial Analysis

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Employment Income

Keeping Financial Records

Debt

Equity

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Productivity

Division of Labor

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Unemployment

 

Law and Ethics

Property

Business Ownership

Bankruptcy and Liability

Sales and Consumer Law

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

Organization

Planning

Time Management

Stress Management

Risk Management

Team Building

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as an Employee

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

Topics covered in the Experiencing Micro Business subject guide

  1. Being an Entrepreneur
    1. What Is an Entrepreneur?
    2. Why Be an Entrepreneur?
    3. Who Can Be an Entrepreneur?
    4. Success
    5. Risk and Return
    6. Experience and Decision-Making
    7. Life Skills Development
    8. Stress
  2. Business Basics
    1. Products or Services
    2. Markets and Customers
    3. Sales Methods
  3. Starting Your Business
    1. Personal Profile
    2. Type of Business Products
    3. Business Plan
    4. Business Name
    5. Logo Design
    6. Seed Financing
    7. Balancing Your Business and Personal Lives
  4. Markets and Schedule
    1. Markets
    2. Business Schedule
  5. Products and Inventory
    1. Products
    2. Inventory
    3. Pricing
    4. Profits
  6. Hiring and Managing Employees
    1. Hiring Employees
    2. Managing Employees
  7. Attracting Customers and Advertising
    1. Attracting Customers
    2. Advertising
  8. Business Reports
    1. Accounting
    2. Financial Statements
    3. Other Management Reports
  9. Evaluating Success
    1. Measurements of Business Success
    2. Measurements of Personal Success
    3. Evaluating the GoVenture Micro Business Experience
  10. Next Steps

 

Learning Guides and Activities included in the Micro Business Education Bundle

- Business Terms

- Being an Entrepreneur

- Knowing Your Market and Customers

- Naming a Business

- Selecting a Logo

- Writing a Business Plan

- Selecting a Location

- Scheduling a Business

- Managing Inventory

- Pricing Products

- Hiring Employees

- Advertising

- Using Business Reports

 

Startup

Startup Process

Business Plan

Product Selection

Business Name

Logo Selection

Legal Structures

Debt and Equity Financing

 

Product Management

Product Selection

Product Ingredients

Product Quality

Inventory Management

Inventory Ordering

Volume Purchase Discounts

Inventory Forecasting

Cost of Goods

Product Pricing

Facilities

Space Management

Location Analysis

 

Marketing and Sales

Advertising

Sales Forecasting

Weather Effects

News and Event Effects

Competitor Analysis

Market Share Analysis

Customer Traffic Patterns

Customer Feedback

Customer Satisfaction

Consumer Behavior

 

Human Resources

Employee Hiring

Employee Salaries

Scheduling (Daily)

 

Operations

Business Management

Scheduling

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Budgeting

Profitability Analysis

Income Statement

Balance Sheet

Financial Analysis

 

Accounting Reports

Daily Summary

Customer Comments

Balance Sheet

Income Statement

Sales by Product

Revenue/Expenses by day

Cash Balance by day

Customers Served by day

Customer Satisfaction by day

Market Share by day

Startup and Working Capital

Seed Financing

General Journal

General Ledger

 

Accounting Accounts

Assets

Cash

Inventory

Property, Plant & Equipment

 

Liabilities

Loans

 

Equity

Paid-in Capital

 

Revenue

Sales

Cost of Goods

 

Expenses

Licenses & Permits

Insurance

Interest

Payroll

Advertising

Marketing

Transportation

Trailer Rental

Repairs & Maintenance

Miscellaneous

 

Accounting Transactions

Seed Money

Logo and Signage

Equipment Purchase

Cart Purchase

Move Cart

Trailer Rental

Permits

Insurance

Loan Payment (Principal and Interest)

Payroll

Advertising — Radio

Advertising — Newspaper

Advertising — Busker

Inventory Purchase

Inventory Write-off

Sales (Cash, Revenue, Cost of Goods, Inventory)

Improve Appearance

Improve Quality

Maintenance

Theft

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Employment Income

Keeping Financial Records

Debt

Equity

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Productivity

Division of Labor

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Unemployment

 

Law and Ethics

Property

Business Ownership

Bankruptcy and Liability

Sales and Consumer Law

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

Organization

Planning

Time Management

Stress Management

Risk Management

Team Building

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as an Employee

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

 

Topics covered in the Experiencing Accounting subject guide

  1. Being an Entrepreneur
    1. What Is an Entrepreneur?
    2. Why Be an Entrepreneur?
    3. Who Can Be an Entrepreneur?
    4. Success
    5. Risk and Return
    6. Experience and Decision-Making
    7. Life Skills Development
    8. Stress
  2. Business Basics
    1. Products or Services
    2. Markets and Customers
    3. Sales Methods
  3. Starting Your Business
    1. Personal Profile
    2. Type of Business Products
    3. Business Plan
    4. Business Name
    5. Logo Design
    6. Seed Financing
    7. Balancing Your Business and Personal Lives
  4. Markets and Schedule
    1. Markets
    2. Business Schedule
  5. Products and Inventory
    1. Products
    2. Inventory
    3. Pricing
    4. Profits
  6. Hiring and Managing Employees
    1. Hiring Employees
    2. Managing Employees
  7. Attracting Customers and Advertising
    1. Attracting Customers
    2. Advertising
  8. Business Reports
    1. Accounting
    2. Financial Statements
    3. Other Management Reports
  9. Evaluating Success
    1. Measurements of Business Success
    2. Measurements of Personal Success
    3. Evaluating the GoVenture Accounting Experience
  10. Next Steps

 

Learning Guides and Activities included in the Accounting Education Bundle

- Business Terms

- Being an Entrepreneur

- Knowing Your Market and Customers

- Naming a Business

- Selecting a Logo

- Writing a Business Plan

- Selecting a Location

- Scheduling a Business

- Managing Inventory

- Pricing Products

- Hiring Employees

- Advertising

- Using Business Reports

- Accounting Basics

- Income Statement

- Balance Sheet

 

Startup

Startup Process

Personal Objectives

Business Plan

Product Selection

Legal Structure

Business Name

Logo Selection

Location Selection

Site Selection and Leasing

Equipment Purchase

Permits and Licenses

Debt and Equity Financing

 

Product Management

Product Selection

Product Ingredients

Product Quality

Inventory Management

Inventory Ordering

Volume Purchase Discounts

Inventory Forecasting

Inventory Loss

Cost of Goods

Product Pricing

 

Facilities

Location Selection

Site Selection and Leasing

Equipment Purchase

Warranties

Permits and Licenses

 

Marketing and Sales

Marketing Strategy Planning

Product Differentiation

Advertising (TV, Radio, Newspaper, Direct Mail, Email, Event, Sponsorship, Billboard)

Programs, Sales, and more

Sales Forecasting

Weather Effects

News and Event Effects

Competitor Analysis

Market Share Analysis

Consumer Behavior

Customer Traffic Patterns

Customer Feedback

Customer Satisfaction

 

Human Resources

Resume Review

Hiring and Firing

Salary Negotiation

Salary Management

Benefits

Incentives

Training

Morale

Scheduling (hourly)

Monitoring

Payroll

 

Operations

Business Management

Scheduling

Supplier Management

Shipping Management

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Budgeting

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Payroll

Profitability Analysis

Income Statement

Balance Sheet

Financial Analysis

Share Structure

Raise Money — Bank Debt

Raise Money — Equity Investor

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Employment Income

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

Credit

Credit Rating

Debt

Equity

Investing

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Role of Incentives

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Productivity

Division of Labor

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Unemployment

 

Law and Ethics

Business Ownership

Bankruptcy and Liability

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

Organization

Planning

Time Management

Stress Management

Risk Management

Team Building

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as an Employee

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

Reporting

Topics covered in the Experiencing Small Business subject guide

  1. Basic Business Structures
    1. Products or Services
    2. Markets and Customers
    3. Sales Methods
  2. Starting Your Business
    1. Personal Profile
    2. Business Profile
    3. Type of Business
    4. Business Plan
    5. Financing a Business
    6. Business Name
    7. Logo Design
    8. Legal Structure
    9. Business Location
    10. Site Selection
    11. Equipment Selection
    12. Permits and Licenses
  3. Running Your Business
    1. Products and Inventory
    2. Attracting Customers
    3. Advertising
    4. Hiring and Managing Employees
    5. Business Accounting
    6. Financial Statements
  4. More on Running Your Business
    1. Balancing Your Business and Personal Lives
    2. Dress Codes in the Work Place
    3. Importance of Leisure and Physical Fitness
    4. Selecting Business and Professional Advisors
    5. Your Accountant
    6. Your Lawyer
  5. Evaluating Success
    1. Measurements of Business Success
    2. Measurements of Personal Success
    3. Evaluating the GoVenture Small Business Experience
  6. Next Steps

 

Learning Guides and Activities included in the Small Business Education Bundle

- Small Business Terms

- Your Personal Profile

- Selecting a Business

- Writing a Business Plan

- Financing a Business

- Naming a Business

- Selecting a Logo

- Selecting a Legal Structure

- Selecting a Location

- Selecting a Site

- Selecting Equipment

- Getting Permits and Licenses

- Advertising

- Hiring Employees

- Branding Your Products

 

Startup

Startup Process

Personal Objectives

Business Plan

Product Selection

Legal Structure

Business Name

Logo Selection

Site Selection and Leasing

Equipment Purchase

Permits and Licenses

Debt and Equity Financing

 

Product Management

Product Selection

Product Ingredients

Product Quality

Inventory Management

Inventory Ordering

Volume Purchase Discounts

Inventory Forecasting

Inventory Loss

Cost of Goods

Product Pricing

 

Facilities

Location Selection

Site Selection and Leasing

Equipment Purchase

Warranties

Permits and Licenses

 

Marketing and Sales

Product Differentiation

Advertising (TV, Radio, Newspaper, Print)

Newspaper Ad Design

Business Card Design

Sales Forecasting

Weather Effects

News and Event Effects

Competitor Analysis

Market Share Analysis

Consumer Behavior

Customer Traffic Patterns

Customer Feedback

Customer Satisfaction

 

Human Resources

Resume Review

Hiring and Firing

Salary Negotiation

Salary Management

Benefits

Incentives

Morale

Scheduling (hourly)

Monitoring

Payroll

 

Operations

Business Management

Scheduling

Supplier Management

Shipping Management

Telephone

Fax Machine

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Budgeting

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Payroll

Profitability Analysis

Income Statement

Balance Sheet

Financial Analysis

Raise Money — Bank Debt

Selling the Business

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Employment Income

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

Debt

Equity

Investing

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Role of Incentives

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Productivity

Division of Labor

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Unemployment

 

Law and Ethics

Business Ownership

Bankruptcy and Liability

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

Organization

Planning

Family Commitments

Time Management

Stress Management

Risk Management

Team Building

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as an Employee

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

 

Topics covered in the Experiencing Entrepreneur subject guide

  1. Being an Entrepreneur
    1. An Entrepreneur Is
    2. Success
    3. Risk and Return
    4. Experience and Decision Making
    5. Live Skills Development
    6. Stress
  2. Starting Your Business
    1. Personal Profile
    2. Business Profile
    3. Type of Business
    4. Business Plan
    5. Financing a Business
    6. Business Name
    7. Logo Design
    8. Legal Structure
    9. Business Location
    10. Site Selection
    11. Equipment Selection
    12. Permits and Licenses
  3. Running Your Business
    1. Products and Inventory
    2. Attracting Customers
    3. Hiring and Managing Employees
    4. Business Accounting
    5. Financial Statements
  4. GoVenture Discovery Center
    1. The Entrepreneur
    2. Balancing Your Business and Personal Lives
    3. The Business Plan
    4. Legal Forms of Business Structure
    5. Selecting Business and Professional Advisors
    6. Financing Your Business
    7. Hiring Employees
    8. Advertising
    9. Dress Codes in the Work Place
    10. Importance of Leisure and Physical Fitness
    11. The Lawyer
    12. The Accountant
  5. Evaluating GoVenture
    1. Success in Real Life
    2. Success in GoVenture
    3. Evaluating the GoVenture Experience
    4. GoVenture Success Evaluator

 

Learning Guides and Activities included in the Entrepreneur Education Bundle

- Your Personal Profile

- Selecting a Business

- Writing a Business Plan

- Financing a Business

- Naming a Business

- Selecting a Logo

- Selecting a Legal Structure

- Selecting a Location

- Selecting a Site

- Selecting Equipment

- Getting Permits and Licenses

- Advertising

- Hiring Employees

- Printing Business Cards

 

Startup

Business Name

Logo Selection

Product Management

Product R&D

Product Innovation

Product Packaging

Product Manufacturing

Inventory Management

Inventory Ordering

Inventory Forecasting

Inventory Loss

Cost of Goods

Product Pricing

Reseller Discounts

Transportation

 

Marketing and Sales

Marketing Strategy Planning

Market Research

Product Differentiation

Sales Promotion

Product Line and Brand Advertising

Price Discount Advertising

Territory Management

Brand Equity

Sales Forecasting

Event Effects

Consumer Behavior

Customer Psychographics

Competitor Analysis

Market Share Analysis

 

Operations

Business Management

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Budgeting

Reseller Discounts

Profitability Analysis

Income Statement

Balance Sheet

Financial Analysis

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

Debt

Equity

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Role of Incentives

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Productivity

Division of Labor

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Macroeconomy

 

Law and Ethics

Business Ownership

Workplace Ethics

Ethical Business

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

Organization

Planning

Risk Management

Team Building

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as an Employee

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

 

Additional Topics

The Simulation Manager can create events to occur in the simulation. Events are completely customizable and can cover any number of topics desired.

 

Investing

Portfolio Management

Portfolio Value

Diversification

Gain and Loss

Return on Investment

Book Value

Market Value

Capital Gain

Broker Fees

Equity Financing

Random Investing Comparison

Strategic Investing Comparison

 

Economic Indicators

Economic News and Events

Economic Growth

 

Stocks

Stock Market

Buying Stocks

Selling Stocks

Stock Symbols

Stock Ticker

Stock Price High, Low, Close

Stock Evaluation

Shares Issued and Outstanding

Market Capitalization

Evaluation of News, Events, Rumors

Market Index

Market Performance

Long Selling

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Budgeting

Profitability Analysis

Financial Analysis

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Time Value of Money

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

Debt

Equity

Investing

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Role of Incentives

Gain from Trade

Specialization and

Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Macroeconomy

Economic Growth

 

Law and Ethics

Property

Business Ownership

Contract Law

Sales and Consumer Law

Bankruptcy and Liability

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

Organization

Planning

Time Management

Risk Management

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

 

Topics covered in the Experiencing Stock Market subject guide

  1. Purpose of Stock Markets
    1. Stock Markets
    2. Who Invests in Stock
    3. Liquidity
  2. Why Companies Sell Stock
    1. Raising Money
    2. Debt Financing vs Equity Financing
  3. Why People Buy Stock
    1. Financial Gain
      1. Income Generation — Dividends
      2. Growth — Capital Gains
    2. Personal and Emotional Reasons
    3. Risk and Return
  4. Stock — Types and Issues
    1. Not All Companies Sell Stock
    2. Types of Corporations
      1. Non-Profit and Not-for-Profit Corporations
      2. Private Corporations
      3. Public Corporations
    3. Stock (Shares)
      1. Authorized vs Issued Shares
      2. Share Certificates
      3. Number of Shares per Company
      4. Classes of Stock
    4. Stock Options and Warrants
      1. Stock Options
      2. Warrants
      3. Futures
    5. Stock Portfolio
    6. Company Value
    7. Changes to the Value of Your Stock
      1. Market Price and Demand
      2. Dilution
      3. Stock Split and Reverse Split
  5. How Stock Markets Work
    1. Listed and Over-the-Counter Markets
      1. Listed Exchange
      2. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Market
    2. Trades: Bid, Ask, Spread, Market, and Volume
    3. Stock Prices
    4. Stock Performance
    5. Stock Ticker
    6. How Corporations Become Traded on a Stock Market
      1. Initial Public Offering (IPO)
      2. Reverse Take-Over (RTO)
      3. Shell
  6. Buying and Selling in the Stock Market
    1. Stockbrokers and Brokerage Houses
    2. Buy and Sell Orders
      1. Market Order
      2. Limit Order
      3. Stop Order
      4. Day Order
      5. Fill-or-Kill Order
      6. All-or-None Order
      7. After-Hours Trading
    3. Being Long or Short in a Stock
    4. The Dollars and Cents of Buying and Selling Stock
      1. Opening a Trading Account
      2. Cash and Margin Accounts
      3. Brokerage Fees
  7. Reporting, Regulations, and Research
    1. Stock Market Index
    2. Government and Securities Regulations
    3. Insider Trading
    4. Stock Research
  8. Next Steps
  9. Glossary

 

Learning Guides and Activities included in the Stock Market Education Bundle

  • Follow and Evaluate Stock
  • Simple and Compound Rates of Return
  • Stock Market Return on Investment
  • Personal Investment Options
  • Selecting a Stock Broker
  • Company Financing Options

 

BODY SYSTEMS

Cells and DNA

Cells

Stem Cells

DNA

 

Cardiovascular System

Blood and parts of the cardiovascular system

The heart

Ways to measure cardiovascular strength

Heart diseases

Digestive System

What is digestion?

The digestive tract

Digestive juices and important organs

Problems

Staying healthy

 

Endocrine System

The purpose of the endocrine system

Parts of the endocrine system

Hormones

Keeping your endocrine system healthy

 

Immune System

How the immune system works

Organs of the immune system

Immunization

Preventable diseases

Requirements and vaccine safety

 

Integumentary System

Functions of the integumentary system

Skin

Hair

Nails

Keeping the integumentary system healthy

 

Muscular System

Parts of the muscular system

Muscle strength and endurance

Ailments

Keeping your muscular system healthy

 

Nervous System

Parts of the nervous system

Neurons

The brain and spinal cord

Disorders of the nervous system

Infections and injuries

Keeping your nervous system healthy

 

Reproductive System

Why the reproductive system is unique

The male reproductive system

Male reproductive system hygiene

The female reproductive system

The menstrual cycle

Female reproductive system hygiene

 

Respiratory System

How the respiratory system works

Respiratory ailments

How to keep your respiratory system healthy

 

Skeletal System

Functions of the skeletal system

Parts of the skeletal system

Ailments

Keeping the skeletal system healthy

 

Urinary System

The purpose of the urinary system

Parts of the urinary system

Problems of the urinary system

Maintaining a healthy urinary system

 

The Senses

Eyes and sight

Ears and hearing

Skin and the sense of touch

Tongue and the sense of taste

Nose and the sense of smell

 

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

Personality and Emotions

What is personality?

Personality types and characteristics

What is a personality disorder?

What are emotions?

Types of emotions

Expressing emotions in healthy ways

 

Adolescence

Three stages of adolescence

Changes to the body

Changes in thinking

Graduating to adulthood

 

Physical Disabilities

What is a physical disability?

Vision Impairment

Hearing impairment

Mobility Impairment

Living with a disability

Respecting people who have disabilities

 

Learning Disabilities

What is a learning disability?

Types of learning disabilities

Other disorders

Symptoms

Diagnosis

 

Teen Pregnancy & Parenthood

The challenges of teen pregnancy

What should I do if I think I am pregnant?

Teen pregnancy health issues

Teen parenting health issues

 

PERSONAL CARE

Fitness and Exercise

What is exercise?

Benefits of exercise

Aerobic exercises

Anaerobic exercises

Flexibility exercises

 

Personal Hygiene

Hand washing

Bathing

Hair care

Foot care

Dental health

Keeping clothes clean

 

Dental Health

Parts of the tooth

Different kinds of teeth

Tooth decay

Keeping teeth healthy

Keeping teeth straight

 

Sleep

Why do you need sleep?

How does your body rest during sleep?

Sleep stages

Dreams

How much sleep do you need?

Tips for getting a good sleep

 

Nutrition

Reading food labels

Nutrients

Portion control

Dietary guidelines

 

Acne

Causes of acne

Types of acne

Treatment of acne

Skin Care

 

MENTAL & EMOTIONAL HEALTH

Self-esteem

What is self-esteem?

What is low self-esteem?

Why good self-esteem is important

How to improve self-esteem

 

Stress

What is stress?

Causes

Signs and symptoms

Effects of stress

Coping with stress

Avoiding stress

 

Depression

What is depression?

Causes

Types

Signs and symptoms

Risks of depression

Getting help

 

Eating Disorders

Anorexia nervosa

Bulimia

Binge eating

Causes

Getting help

 

Suicide

Why does it happen?

Warning signs

Getting help

 

RELATIONSHIPS

Healthy Relationships

Signs of a healthy relationship

Family relationships

Friendships

Romantic relationships

Unhealthy relationships

Tips for keeping relationships healthy

 

Bullying

What is bullying?

Why do people bully?

Effects of bullying

Warning signs

Cyberbullying

Stop bullying

 

Abusive Relationships

Types of abuse

Signs

Effects

Getting help

 

INJURY PREVENTION & SAFETY

Self-Defense

Trust your instincts

De-escalation skills

Keeping safe at home

Keeping safe in public

Take a self-defense course

 

Violence Prevention

How violence starts

Preventing violence

Helping others avoid violence

 

First Aid

Be prepared

Assess the scene

CPR

Choking

How to deal with injuries and bleeding

 

Workplace Safety

Workplace hazards

Safe workplaces

Laws

 

Motor Vehicle Safety

Motor vehicle accidents are common

Causes

Prevention

What to do after a motor vehicle accident

Equip your vehicle

Safety tips

 

Internet Safety

What is the Internet?

Protecting your computer

Protecting your personal information

Sharing safely

Cyberbullying

Safety tips

 

DISEASE & CHRONIC ILLNESS

Chronic Disease

What is a chronic disease?

Types of chronic conditions

How common are chronic diseases?

Risk Factors and prevention

 

Infectious Disease

How they work

Where you find infectious diseases

How you fight infectious diseases

Poverty and infectious diseases

Prevention of infectious diseases

 

Allergies

Understanding allergies

Types of allergic reactions

How allergens trigger a reaction

Medications

Testing for allergies

 

Sexually Transmitted Disease

How STDs spread

Symptoms

Common STDs

Diagnosis and treatment

Prevention

 

HIV and AIDS

What is HIV?

How it spreads

Symptoms

Diagnosis and treatment

Prevention

 

Cancer

What is cancer?

Types of cancer

How cancers spread

Causes of cancer

Symptoms and signs of cancer

Fighting cancer

 

Diabetes

What is diabetes?

Three major types of diabetes

Symptoms

Treatment

Frederick Banting and the discovery of insulin

 

Alzheimer's

Causes

Symptoms

Stages

Diagnosis

Treatment

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s

 

SUBSTANCE ABUSE & ADDICTIONS

Tobacco

What is in a cigarette?

Effects of smoking

Staying smoke-free

 

Alcohol

Blood alcohol concentration (BAC)

Alcohol and the body

Alcohol and the mind

Alcoholism

Saying no to alcohol

 

Drugs

Types of drugs

Stimulants

Depressants

Opioids

Hallucinogens

Getting help

 

Gambling

What is gambling?

Why do people gamble?

Warning signs

Dangers of gambling

Getting help

 

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Safe Drinking Water

Why we need water

Water-related diseases

Water sources

Treating water to make it safe to drink

 

Food Safety

Common foodborne illnesses and symptoms

Causes of food contamination

Preventing cross-contamination

Cooking food properly

Chilling food properly

Killing harmful bacteria

 

Waste Management

Scope of the problem

Common types of waste

Strategies to manage waste

Challenges of waste management

 

Environmental Pollution

Water Pollution

Air Pollution

Soil Pollution

Noise Pollution

Light Pollution

Protecting the environment

 

COMMUNITY HEALTH

Public Health

A modern science with ancient traditions

Promoting wellness

Four key aspects of public health

Public health on a global scale

A role for everyone

 

Health Careers

Identifying interests and abilities

Exploring health careers

Education and training

Career — Counselor

Career — Dentist

Career — Dietician

Career — Laboratory Technician

Career — Medical Doctor

Career — Nurse

Career — Optometrist

Career — Pharmacist

Career — Physical Therapist

Career — Physician Assistant

Career — Podiatrist

Career — Psychologist

Career — Radiologic Technician

 

Understanding Media

What is media?

What is media literacy?

Understanding media

Entertainment media

Censoring content

 

Advertising

How consumer advertising works

Advertising techniques

The influence of advertisements

How to protect yourself

 

Health Information

Finding a doctor

Visiting the doctor

Taking medicine

Finding health information

Product labels

 

Games and Assessment Activities

Crossword

Definition

Spelling

Word Search

Word Select

Jigsaw

Memory Match

Spot the Difference

Find It

Angry Antibodies

Bacteria Blaster

DNA Sequencer

Nanobot Hero

Radiation-X

 

Investing

Portfolio Management

Portfolio Value

Diversification

Net Worth

Gain and Loss

Return on Investment

Book Value

Market Value

Capital Gain

Broker Fees

Raise Money — Bank Debt

Loan Principal

Loan Interest

Amortization Period

Random Investing Comparison

Strategic Investing Comparison

 

Economic Indicators

Economic News and Events

Economic Growth

Inflation

Consumer Price Index

Unemployment

Prime Interest Rate

 

Stocks

Stock Market

Buying Stocks

Selling Stocks

Stock Symbols

Stock Ticker

Stock Price High, Low, Close

Stock Evaluation

Shares Issued and Outstanding

Market Capitalization

Evaluation of News, Events, Rumors

Market Index

Market Performance

 

Bonds

Bond Market

Buying Bonds

Selling Bonds

Bond Ratings

Coupon Rate

Maturity

Yield to Maturity

Ask Price

Bid Price

 

Mutual Funds

Buying Mutual Funds

Selling Mutual Funds

Mutual Fund Price

Mutual Fund Performance

Treasury Fund

Bond Fund

Blend Fund

Stock Index Fund

Growth Fund

 

Real Estate

Buying Real Estate

Selling Real Estate

Types of Real Estate

Zoning

Asking Price

Closing Costs

Rental Income

Market Value

 

Precious Metals

Buying Gold

Selling Gold

Gold Price High, Low, Close

Ounces/Weight

 

Accounting and Finance

Cash Flow Management

Budgeting

Profitability Analysis

Financial Analysis

Raise Money — Bank Debt

 

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Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

 

Time Value of Money

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

Debt

Equity

Investing

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Role of Incentives

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Role of Government

Macroeconomy

Economic Growth

Unemployment

Consumer Price Index

Inflation

Prime Interest Rate

Monetary and Fiscal Policy

Law and Ethics

Property

Business Ownership

Contract Law

Sales and Consumer Law

Bankruptcy and Liability

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

 

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

 

Planning

Time Management

Risk Management

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Role as a Manager

Self-Analysis

Topics covered in the Experiencing Investment subject guide

  1. Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth
    1. Assets
    2. Your Liabilities
    3. Net Worth
  2. Portfolio Management
    1. Key Investment Terms and Concepts
    2. Time Value of Money
    3. Return on Investment (ROI)
    4. Rate of Return
    5. Risk and Return
    6. Economic Influences
    7. Economic Indicators
    8. Savings and Debt Investments
    9. Equity Investments
  3. Calculating the Return on Investment
    1. Comparing Investments and Rates of Return
    2. Simple Rates of Return
    3. Compound Rates of Return
  4. Stocks
    1. Why Companies Sell Stock
    2. Why People Buy Stock
    3. Which Companies Issue Stock
    4. Issuing and Owning Stock
    5. Classes of Stock
    6. Stock Options and Warrants
    7. Dilution and Stock Splits
    8. Categories of Stock
    9. Buying and Selling in the Stock Market
    10. Risk and Benefits — Stocks
  5. Bonds
    1. What is a Bond?
    2. Return on Bonds
    3. Why People Buy Bonds
    4. Bond Characteristics
    5. Special Types of Bonds
    6. Bond Ratings
    7. Buying and Selling Bonds
    8. Risks and Benefits — Bonds
  6. Money Market Instruments
    1. Money Market Securities
    2. Money Markets
    3. Buying and Selling Money Market Instruments
    4. Risks and Benefits — Money Market Instruments
  7. Mutual Funds
    1. Types of Mutual Funds
    2. Buying and Selling Mutual Funds
    3. Ownership
    4. Risks and Benefits — Mutual Funds
  8. Other Equity Investments
    1. Real Estate
    2. Precious Metals
    3. Derivatives
    4. Commodities
    5. Other Capital Assets
    6. Risks and Benefits — Other Equity Investments
  9. Next Steps

 

Learning Guides and Activities included in the Investment Education Bundle

- Personal Investing Terms

- Managing Your Portfolio

- Your Net Worth

- Personal Investment Options

- Simple and Compound Rates of Return

- Managing Your Portfolio

 

Life Planning

Education

Career

Family

Home

Car

Retirement

Vacation

Money

 

Personal Profile

Financial Objectives

Risk Profile

Lifestyle Preferences

 

Living Life

Receive Employment Income

Family Changes

Buy Assets

Pay Bills

Choose Payment Methods

Manage Credit and Debt

Save and Invest

Manage Cash Flow

Manage Net Worth

Change Jobs

React to Random Events

 

Banking

Savings Account

Checking Account

Deposits

Withdrawals

Pay Bills

Setup Automatic Payments

Payment History

 

Assets

Buy

Sell

Price

Taxes

Inflation

Market Value

 

Liabilities

Make Payments

Category

Principal

Unpaid Balance

Amortization Schedule

 

Loan

Apply for a Home Mortgage

Apply for a Car Loan

Principal

Interest Rate

Amortization Period

 

Credit Card

Issuer

Service Fees

Credit Limit

Credit Rating

Interest Rate

Current Balance

Minimum Payment

Past Due

 

Taxes

Sales Taxes

Payroll Taxes

Real Estate Taxes

Income Taxes

Employment Withholdings

File Tax Return

 

Net Worth

Cash

Assets

Current Market Value

Liabilities

Balance

Interest Rate

Payments

 

Income

Job Income

Investment Income

Wages

Pay Period

Employment Withholdings

 

Expenses

Family

Housing

Transportation

Other

 

Investing

Buy/Sell Low/Med/High Risk Investments

Portfolio Management

Portfolio Value

Diversification

Net Worth

Gain and Loss

Return on Investment

Book Value

Market Value

Capital Gain

 

Gambling on the Lottery

Buy Scratch Ticket

Buy Super Jackpot

Prizes

Odds of Winning

 

Economic Indicators

Economic News and Events

Economic Growth

Inflation

Consumer Price Index

Unemployment

Prime Interest Rate

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Employment Income

Time Value of Money

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

Payment Methods

Credit

Credit Rating

Debt

Investing

Taxes

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Role of Incentives

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Productivity

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Role of Government

Macroeconomy

Economic Growth

Unemployment

Consumer Price Index

Inflation

Prime Interest Rate

Monetary and Fiscal Policy

 

Law and Ethics

Property

Bankruptcy and Liability

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

Organization

Planning

Family Commitments

Time Management

Stress Management

Risk Management

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Self-Analysis

 

Topics covered in the Experiencing Financial Literacy subject guide

Section I: Introduction to Personal Finance

  1. Your Personal Finances
    1. Cash Flow
    2. Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (Equity)
  2. Your Assets
    1. Cash
    2. Investment Securities
    3. Capital Assets
    4. Investment Property or Personal Use Property
  3. Your Liabilities
    1. Borrowing, Debt, Loans, and Credit — What Are They?
    2. Why Do People Borrow?
    3. Interest Payments
    4. Credit Ratings
    5. Revolving Credit and Loans
    6. Rents and Leases
    7. Family Loans and Loan Guarantees
    8. Consumption, Income, and Wealth Taxes
  4. Managing Your Assets and Liabilities
    1. Setting Goals and Planning
    2. Monitoring Your Financial Health
    3. Insuring Your Life and Assets
    4. Living and Retiring Comfortably
  5. Key Investment Concepts
    1. Time Value of Money
    2. Return on Investment (ROI)
    3. Rate of Return
    4. Risk and Return
    5. Economic Influences
    6. Economic Indicators
  6. Making Your Money Grow
    1. Savings and Debt Investments
    2. Equity Investments
    3. Gambling
    4. Qualified Retirement Plans
    5. Summary
  7. Next Steps
  8. Section II: Additional Reference Material

  9. The Investment Timetable
  10. Calculating the Return on Investment
    1. Comparing Investments and Rates of Return
    2. Simple Rates of Return
    3. Compound Rates of Return
  11. Bank Accounts
    1. Checking Accounts
    2. Savings Accounts
    3. Term Deposits
    4. Electronic Banking Services
    5. Risks and Benefits — Bank Accounts
  12. Credit and Loans
    1. Credit Cards — Financial Institution Credit Cards
    2. Credit Cards — Retail Charge Cards
    3. Personal Line of Credit
    4. Overdraft Protection
    5. Personal/Consumer Loans
  13. Taxes
    1. Direct and Indirect Taxes
    2. Sales Tax
    3. Income Tax
    4. Real Estate Tax (Property Tax)
    5. Estate Tax
    6. Tax Shelters

 

Learning Guides and Activities included in the Financial Literacy Education Bundle

- Personal Finance Terms

- Managing Your Assets and Liabilities

- Your Net Worth

- Planning Your Future

- Your Cash Flow

- Managing Your Portfolio

 

Life Planning

Education

Career

Family

Home

Car

Retirement

Vacation

Money

 

Personal Profile

Financial Objectives

Risk Profile

Lifestyle Preferences

 

Living Life

Receive Employment Income

Get Married or Divorced

Have/Adopt Children

Continue Education & Training

Take a Vacation

Retire

Buy Assets

Pay Bills

Choose Payment Methods

Manage Credit and Debt

Save and Invest

Manage Cash Flow

Manage Net Worth

Change Jobs

React to Random Events

 

Banking

Savings Account

Checking Account

Deposits

Withdrawals

Pay Bills

Setup Automatic Payments

Payment History

 

Assets

Buy

Sell

Price

Taxes

Inflation

Market Value

 

Liabilities

Make Payments

Category

Principal

Unpaid Balance

Amortization Schedule

 

Loan

Apply for Bank Loan

Principal

Interest Rate

Amortization Period

 

Credit Card

Issuer

Service Fees

Credit Limit

Credit Rating

Interest Rate

Current Balance

Minimum Payment

Past Due

 

Taxes

Sales Taxes

Payroll Taxes

Real Estate Taxes

Income Taxes

Employment Withholdings

File Tax Return

 

Net Worth

Cash

Assets

Current Market Value

Liabilities

Balance

Interest Rate

Payments

 

Income

Job Income

Investment Income

Wages

Pay Period

Employment Withholdings

 

Expenses

Housing

Rent

Own

 

Transportation

Gas

Maintenance

Insurance

Parking

Bicycle

Car Pool

Public Transportation

 

Living & Family

Food

Clothing

Personal Care

Healthcare

 

Communication & Education

Landline Telephone

Mobile Telephone

Cable, Satellite, Internet

Education

 

Recreation & Entertainment

Exercise & Sports

Entertainment

Hobbies

 

Other Expenses

Insurance

Donations

Other

 

Investing

Portfolio Management

Portfolio Value

Diversification

Net Worth

Gain and Loss

Return on Investment

Book Value

Market Value

Capital Gain

Broker Fees

 

Economic Indicators

Economic News and Events

Economic Growth

Inflation

Consumer Price Index

Unemployment

Prime Interest Rate

 

Stocks

Stock Market

Buying Stocks

Selling Stocks

Stock Symbols

Stock Ticker

Stock Price High, Low, Close

Stock Evaluation

Shares Issued and Outstanding

Market Capitalization

Evaluation of News, Events, Rumors

Market Index

Market Performance

Long Selling

 

Bonds

Bond Market

Buying Bonds

Selling Bonds

Bond Ratings

Coupon Rate

Maturity

Yield to Maturity

Ask Price

Bid Price

 

Mutual Funds

Buying Mutual Funds

Selling Mutual Funds

Mutual Fund Price

Mutual Fund Performance

Treasury Fund

Bond Fund

Blend Fund

Stock Index Fund

Growth Fund

 

Real Estate

Buying Real Estate

Selling Real Estate

Types of Real Estate

Zoning

Asking Price

Closing Costs

Rental Income

Market Value

 

Gambling on the Lottery

Buy Scratch Ticket

Buy Super Jackpot

Prizes

Odds of Winning

 

Financial Literacy

Personal Responsibility

Financial Evaluation

Spending and Saving

Employment Income

Time Value of Money

Risk-Reward

Return on Investment

Keeping Financial Records

Payment Methods

Credit

Credit Rating

Debt

Equity

Investing

Taxes

Regulation

 

Economics Concepts

Scarcity

Marginal Cost-Benefit

Allocation of Goods

Supply and Demand

Role of Incentives

Gain from Trade

Specialization and Trade

Markets — Price and Quantity

Role of Price

Role of Competition

Role of Economic Institutions

Role of Money

Role of Interest Rates

Role of Investment

Role of Resources

Profit and the Entrepreneur

Productivity

Division of Labor

Opportunity Cost

Growth

Sustainability

Role of Government

Macroeconomy

Economic Growth

Unemployment

Consumer Price Index

Inflation

Prime Interest Rate

Monetary and Fiscal Policy

 

Law and Ethics

Property

Business Ownership

Bankruptcy and Liability

 

Math Concepts

Whole Numbers

Decimal Numbers

Adding

Subtracting

Multiplying

Dividing

Fractions

Percentages

Charts and Graphs

Reporting

 

Career and Life Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Creative Thinking

Organization

Planning

Family Commitments

Time Management

Stress Management

Risk Management

Leadership

Self-Esteem

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Self-Analysis

 

Topics covered in the Experiencing Personal Finance subject guide

  1. Your Personal Finances
    1. Introduction
    2. Making and Spending Money
    3. Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (Equity)
  2. Managing Your Personal Finances
    1. Setting and Meeting Goals
    2. Monitoring Your Financial Health
    3. The Investment Timetable
  3. Return on Investment — ROI
    1. The Time Value of Money
    2. Risk
    3. Types of ROI
    4. Rate of Return
  4. The Economy
    1. Overview
    2. Economic Factors
    3. Economic Indicators
  5. Putting Your Money to Work for You
    1. Making Your Money Grow
    2. Savings and Debt Investments
    3. Equity Investments
    4. Gambling
    5. Qualified Retirement Plans
  6. Bank Accounts
    1. Overview
    2. Checking Accounts
    3. Savings Accounts
    4. Term Deposits
    5. Risks and Benefits
  7. Annuities and Insurance
    1. Overview
    2. Annuities
    3. About Life Insurance
    4. Term Insurance
    5. Whole Life Insurance
    6. Term Insurance vs Whole Life Insurance
    7. Other Insurance
  8. Money Market Instruments
    1. Overview
    2. Money Market Securities
    3. Buying and Selling Money Market Instruments
    4. Risks and Benefits
  9. Bonds
    1. Overview
    2. Why People Buy Bonds
    3. Bond Characteristics
    4. Special Types of Bonds
    5. Bond Ratings
    6. Buying and Selling
    7. Risks and Benefits
  10. Stock
    1. Overview
    2. Why Companies Sell Stock
    3. Why People Buy Stock
    4. Common and Preferred Shares/Stock
    5. Buying and Selling in the Stock Market
    6. Risk and Benefits
  11. Mutual Funds
    1. Overview
    2. Types of Mutual Funds
    3. Buying and Selling Mutual Funds
    4. Ownership
    5. Risks and Benefits
  12. Other Equity Investments
    1. Derivatives
    2. Commodities
    3. Precious Metals
    4. Capital Assets
  13. Capital Assets
    1. Overview
    2. Investment Property vs Personal Use Property
    3. Real Estate Investments and Your Home
    4. Investment Risks and Benefits
  14. Borrowing, Debt and Credit
    1. What Is It?
    2. Good Credit — Bad Credit
    3. Credit Cards — Financial Institution Credit Cards
    4. Credit Cards — Retail Charge Cards
    5. Personal Line of Credit
    6. Overdraft Protection
    7. Personal/Consumer Loans
  15. Taxes
    1. Direct and Indirect Taxes
    2. Consumption, Income and Wealth Taxes
    3. Sales Tax
    4. Income Tax
    5. Real Estate Tax (Property Tax)
    6. Estate Tax
    7. Tax Shelters
  16. Next Steps

 

Learning Guides and Activities included in the Personal Finance Education Bundle

- Personal Finance Terms

- Managing Your Assets and Liabilities

- Your Net Worth

- Planning Your Future

- Your Cash Flow

- Managing Your Portfolio