Lesson 22: Financial Literacy Problem Based Learning Project

Lesson Summary:

Appropriate for: Grades 9-12

Goals and Objectives:
1. Students will become more aware of the cost of degrees.
2. Students will see the benefits of a postsecondary education.

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Procedure:
1. Using CFWV.com, have students decide on one of the careers that they have saved in their portfolio.
2. Ask students to research that career and complete the Student Activity Sheet.

• Are there significant differences?
• Which option would best allow for you to own your own home or car? Allow you to raise children comfortably? Provides insurance coverage?
• Consider the cost of living of where you would like to reside. Is this career possible?