MODEL CURRICULA
National Council on Economic Education (NCEE)
Their mission is clear, and they know that their methods and materials are effective in implementing it. Growing interest in the economy and in financial markets, in elementary and secondary education, in international education, and in educational standards, plays to NCEE's proven expertise and strengths. No other organization is in a better position to accomplish more in economic and financial education for the future. They are redoubling their efforts to reach America's teachers - because investing in teachers has proven to be the most effective way to get into the heads and hands of the nation's young people.
Learn More . . .http://www.ncee.net/resources/
Mathematics & Economics: Connections For Life
Mathematics and economics naturally complement each other. In today's era of interdisciplinary studies, this new curriculum- created especially for mathematics teachers-hits the educational target by showing how mathematics processes and concepts can be used to develop economics and personal financial knowledge. Mathematics teachers do not need to have a background in economics in order to implement the curriculum. Teachers can ask questions and receive answers using the Grades 9-12 or Grades 6-8 Ask-a-Question page.
Learn More . . . http://mathandecon.ncee.net
Financial Fitness for Life
A new multifaceted, comprehensive economic and financial literacy program for grades K-12. Throughout this web site you'll find valuable information about the different components of the program and how teachers, parents, and students can put the materials to use.
Learn More . . . http://fffl.ncee.net
McREL
At McREL, they believe that meeting the needs of America's educators and their students is paramount. Their staff of highly respected educators and researchers focuses on providing the highest quality, field-tested, research-based products and services available in PreK-16 education today. Located in Aurora, Colorado, McREL is a nationally recognized, private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving education for all through applied research, product development, and service.
Learn more . . .http://www.mcrel.org/lesson-plans/economics/econlessons.asp
PBS Teacher Source
Get quick access to your most relevant content for subject, grade level, and location by personalizing this site.
Learn more . . . http://www.pbs.org/teachersource/social_studies/high_economics.shtm
Additional Resources:
- Colorado Financial Services Association
- Colorado Bankers Assoc.
- Colorado Credit Union League
- CO Office of the Attorney General
- Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northern Colorado
- Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace
- Ent Federal Credit Union
- Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City - Denver Branch
- Junior Achievement
- National Endowment for Financial Education
- Post-News Educational Services
- Young Americans Center for Financial Education
