Additional research behind the promising practices
Financial education works. Research shows it is an effective tool for increasing financial knowledge and improving financial behavior which, in turn, leads to stronger families and communities. Research reveals that the following promising practices are key components of effective financial education.
Regularly evaluate for improved student learning
Promising Practice: Regularly evaluate for improved student learning.
Tailor instruction to students’ specific needs
Promising Practice: Tailor instruction to students’ specific needs. Everyone can benefit from financial education, but not everyone faces the same financial situations and decisions.
Engage students with personal finance topics
Check out some of these online resources and ideas to engage students.
Find teaching resources
Prepared and confident teachers are the backbone of an effective financial education program. Check out our list of resources for teacher training and our newly added virtual resources!
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A recent study shows that financial education has a significant impact on financial knowledge and financial behavior.
Where does your school stand?
Curious if your school or district offers financial education? And if so, does it offer enough and how does it compare to other programs in the area, state, or even the country? Check out these links to find out what schools in the U.S. offer financial education.
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