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Years 10 to 11 Make the most of it is a free resource developed for teachers of pupils aged 14 to 19. It is designed to meet the differing experience, interest and subject specialism of teachers and requires no previous knowledge of financial products or services. A very comprehensive package containing clear background notes for teachers on all the themes covered. |
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Financial topics include credit,
pensions, ethical investment, insurance and e-commerce. Its
main audience is teachers of PSHE & Citizenship, but
teachers of other subjects will find it useful, notably
busines studies, maths, ICT and GNVQ. The modules can be used flexibly to fit curriculum requirements. The pack could be used to dip in and out for specific activites, although it would be best used to deliver the whole module. Each module is designed to take approximately 3 hours of teaching/learning time. Some excellent ideas for classroom activities. Click here to download OzlemShow 2003 Video A video featuring an improvised role-play using a Kilroy style format by pupils from Catford Girls School. The students who took on fictional characters for the chat show, demonstrated how they have embraced personal finance education in a very creative, innovative and entertaining way. Click here to access Economic Citizen shows how to prepare budget, outlines loans, and how to compare between offers. Teachers' notes and pupils' worksheets on buying a car and credit rating. This is a 106 page pdf document which explores a range of business issues. Modelling Demand and Supply Forces in the Market Place There are a lot of games which simulate market demand and supply, but this is the only one I know of that achieves this in a way that will satisfy paper & pencil purists - Click here
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