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Chapters 1 & 2 Vocabulary Review Your first assignment is to review your vocabulary and concepts in Chapters 1 & 2 through a game called Concentration. Go to the following website: Click on "How To Play" for directions. You want to be timed so click on this option. You may play it as many times as you would like (within the class time). The top three times with the most pairs in the least tries will receive extra credit and the best time will get the most (10 points). Print the page with your score or let me see it to verify it. Write your score below: _______ pairs in ______ tries and my time was __________for ch. 1 Next, do chapter 2. Go to the following website: Write your score below: _______ pairs in ______ tries and my time was __________for ch. 2 Your next assignment is to review your vocabulary and concepts in Chapter3 through a game called Concentration. Go to the following website: Click on "How To Play" for directions. You want to be timed so click on this option. You may play it as many times as you would like (within the class time). The top three times with the most pairs in the least tries will receive extra credit and the best time will get the most (10 points). Print the page with your score or let me see it to verify it. Write your score below: _______ pairs in _______ tries and my time was ______________
Continue the personal finance modules. Work through module 8. Go to the following site and log on using your log in name and password I gave you in class. http://www.moneyskill.org/curriculum/launch.cfm Your score will automatically be graded and sent to me when you are done. You may continue on to the next one if time allows as we will complete all the modules with a green check next to them throughout the trimester. Remember, your grade will be your average times 2 out of 200 points and weekly you will receive a completion grade. -
Chapter 3 Online Activities Sections 3.2 & 3.3 You will have two websites to navigate through for today’s activities. Chapter 3 Online Activities Section 3.1
http://www.moneyskill.org/curriculum/launch.cfm and use your student login information to get to the modules. Try to work through module 12. Remember these are graded so do your best. Read the information before each set of questions.
Click on "How To Play" for directions. You want to be timed so click on this option. You may play it as many times as you would like (within the class time). The top three times with the most pairs in the least tries will receive extra credit and the best time will get the most (10 points). Print the page with your score or let me see it to verify it.
Write your score below:
_______ pairs in _______ tries and my time was ______________
The next part will be an activity on "Tracking Expenses and Budget". Go to the following site and log on using your log in name and password I gave you in class.
http://www.moneyskill.org/curriculum/launch.cfmYour score will automatically be graded and sent to me when you are done. You may continue on to the next one if time allows as we will complete all the modules with a green check next to them throughout the trimester.
Cell Phone Comparison
Go to the Let’s Talk website (Link Below) to compare cell phone information.
Choose the plan that is most appropriate for you.
http://www.letstalk.com/product/findProducts.htm?pgId=101
Cell Phone Comparison Chart
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Plan 1 Basic Plan |
Plan 2 Basic Plan |
Plan 3 Basic Plan |
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Cost of 500 minutes per month |
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Cost of 1000 Minutes per month |
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Cost of 1500 Minutes per month |
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Cost per minute over # allowed |
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Text Charges |
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Early termination charges |
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Other Fees (roaming, long distance?) |
Which plan can you afford and why would you choose this plan? Is it different than the plan you have now?
Chapter 5 Online Activities
Your first assignment is to review your vocabulary and concepts in Chapter3 through a game called Concentration. Go to the following website:
http://www.glencoe.com/olc_games/game_engine/content/gln_ba/bpfinance/chapter05/game1_type_4/index.htmlClick on "How To Play" for directions. You want to be timed so click on this option. You may play it as many times as you would like (within the class time). The top three times with the most pairs in the least tries will receive extra credit and the best time will get the most (10 points). Print the page with your score or let me see it to verify it.
Write your score below:
_______ pairs in _______ tries and my time was ______________
Register for my stock market game like you did in Economics Class. On this site at the top, click on "Stock Market Game" and follow the steps to register.
The next part will be the personal finance module. Work through module 12. Go to the following site and log on using your log in name and password I gave you in class.
http://www.moneyskill.org/curriculum/launch.cfmYour score will automatically be graded and sent to me when you are done. You may continue on to the next one if time allows as we will complete all the modules with a green check next to them throughout the trimester.
For Wednesday, april 30, 2008
First go to http://glencoe.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078687128/student_view0/unit2/chapter5/practice_tests.html
And take the Chapter 5 practice test and record your score below after I see it or print it off and staple to this sheet
SCORE:__________
Go to the following website and read the article on “Can you teach your kids to be rich?” and answer the questions. Use the backside if you need more room.
Questions
1. What are three key characteristics Dr. Cora has identified that she believes most wealthy people possess? Do you feel you possess any of these? Explain with examples
2. How many states require financial education, according to the National Council on Economic Education? (MI is NOT one of them!)
3. Miller and his wife, Sheri, felt it was important to show their kids how to watch expenses. How do the try to set a good example? Explain what this means.
4. How will Steve Miller’s son, Benji, accumulate $140,000 by the time he is 24?
5. So what do you think? Can wealth be taught? Can you relate to financial lessons taught at home? Give an example of a good or bad lesson on finances.
Next… Complete up through module 14 on http://www.moneyskill.org/curriculum/launch.cfm website. After class today, I will grade up through module 12 (based on completion AND your score). Check/update your stocks as well (http://vse.marketwatch.com/Game/Homepage.aspx).
Chapter 6 Online Activities
Go to the following website to begin:
TV411: Using Credit Cards Wisely (Flash plug-in required) http://www.tv411.org/lessons/cfm/math.cfm?str=math&num=21&act=1
This interactive lesson reviews percentages and decimals while teaching valuable information related to credit cards.
Review basic credit card terminology. As you do this define the following terms:
Credit line:
Grace Days or Period:
Schumer Box:
See how finance charges can add up over time. Write down the 10 multiple choice answers:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Learn ways to pay off credit card debt. In the last section (part 3), The good, the bad and the ugly, keep track of the total amount of “yes” answers and “no” answers with tally marks.
YES total:
NO total:
Use the following site to evaluate a credit card that you might use RESPONSIBILY one day. Follow the directions and provide accurate information to get the right card for you.
http://www.mint.com/credit-cards/
Write down the following information on the card (Click on the card name for this info) you chose.
Issuing bank:
APR thereafter the intro rate:
Annual fee:
Rewards:
List atleast 3 Card Features you like:
The next part will be the personal finance module. Work through module 20. Go to the following site and log on using your log in name and password I gave you in class.
http://www.moneyskill.org/curriculum/launch.cfm
Your score will automatically be graded and sent to me when you are done. You may continue on to the next one if time allows as we will complete all the modules with a green check next to them throughout the trimester.
OPTIONAL…. But worth remembering
FICO Score Estimator
http://www.bankrate.com/brm/fico/calc.asp
Calculate your credit-worthiness using this ten question interactive tool. Your FICO score is an indicator of your current credit health since it is an evaluation of your credit history.
Free Credit Report Online
https://www.annualcreditreport.com/cra/index.jsp
Use the above-referenced site to obtain a free credit report from a secure server. Federal law grants all
Chapter 7 Online Activities
Go to the following site and write down the answers to the questions.
http://www.tv411.org/lessons/cfm/math.cfm?str=math&num=30&act=1
Mortgage Vocabulary. Write down the 9 multiple choice answers:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9.
How much can you afford?. Write down the 8 fill in the blank answers:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8.
Factoring your Mortgage. In the last section (part 3), keep track of the total amount of “yes” answers and “no” answers with tally marks.
YES total:
NO total:
Go to the following site and write down 10 ways you could save money with your lifestyle right now.
http://www.smartaboutmoney.com/ResourceLibrary/SearchResults/tabid/442/default.aspx?m=832&RID=118
Go to the following site and write down the 5 steps for Budgeting for Lazy People.
http://www.mint.com/blog/the-motley-fool/budget-management-for-lazy-people/
Go to http://www.elementslink.net/mi-safcu and scroll down to the “Quiz Show ?” section. Take all three quizzes and record your score below:
New! Are you money smart?
Test Your Financial IQ. SCORE:________
New! Ready for a credit card?
Take The Great Credit Card Test. SCORE:________
New! Surprised when bills show up?
Take the All About Budgeting Quiz. SCORE:________
Go to http://cheboygan.suddenvalues.com/ and check out the local coupons you might like to use.
Complete up through module 25 on http://www.moneyskill.org/curriculum/launch.cfm website.
Check/update your stocks as well (http://vse.marketwatch.com/Game/Homepage.aspx