Students will be able to:
Identify the benefits of pursuing on-the-job training experiences, specifically apprenticeships and internships
Explain the differences between apprenticeships and internships
Conduct research to find various apprenticeship and internship opportunities
Students will be able to
Utilize knowledge and strategies to get the best possible financing terms (that meet their individual needs and budget) for a new or used car
Explain the difference between a car loan and lease as well as advantages and disadvantages of each
Have a backup plan if they find themselves unable to afford their car payments
This crosswalk aligns Next Gen Personal Finance's free curriculum to Oregon's High School Personal Financial Education Content Standards. Each standard is matched with the corresponding lessons from NGPF's Semester Course and supplemental resources. Each lesson links directly to NGPF's website, where you can find both the Student Activity Packet and Lesson Guide/Answer Key.
Students will be able to
Understand the rising national trends in student debt
Compare federal and private loans and explain what it means to take out each type of loan
Identify various strategies they can use to be a responsible borrower
Analyze three student profiles to determine the best course of action to take for their student loans