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Beginner's Guide to Understanding Stocks, Bonds, and Investment Funds

This class simplifies the fundamentals of stock market investing and investment funds, making it easy for students to understand. With real-world examples we aim to make complex ideas simple and relatable.
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6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
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1 hour per week. After learning about the concepts of "securities" (stocks, bonds, etc.), students will be encouraged to compare modern stocks, bonds, and funds and track how they perform over time. This process will help them become aware of their options and practice making informed decisions about how stocks perform long term and what makes for a "wise investment".
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Class Experience

US Grade 9 - 12
Have you ever wondered how wealthy people build their fortunes? While many of us spend long days working hard, the truth is that most successful investors don’t just work hard—they work smart. Instead of just saving their money, they have it working for them. And here’s the good news: investing isn’t just for the wealthy. The stock market is a tool anyone can use to build financial security, and this class will show you how to get started.

In this course, we break down the basics of stock market investing and investment funds in a way that anyone can understand. Whether you're completely new to the world of investing or have some knowledge but want to deepen your understanding, this class will give you the tools you need to begin making smart financial decisions.

The course is structured as a step-by-step guide to understanding investments, starting with the basics and gradually building toward more complex topics. Each session will focus on a specific area, combining theory with real-world examples and real world comparisons to make the material relatable and easy to understand.
Learning Goals
Understand the basic concepts of stock investment, including what stocks, bonds, and shares are.
Learn the differences between various types of investments, such as mutual funds, index funds, ETFs, and hedge funds.
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Syllabus

2 Units
6 Lessons
over 6 Weeks
Unit 1: Stocks, Bonds, and Derivatives
Lesson 1:
Introduction: Stocks, Shares, and Market Cap
 Here we explore the fundamentals of stocks and bonds, comparing it to high school popularity. 
Lesson 2:
Intermediate: Bonds, Volatility, Commodities, Market Orders, Diversification
 Here we explore some intermediate concepts, including: Volatility, Commodities, Brokerage Accounts, Market Orders, Diversification, Bonds, and Investing vs Gambling. 
Lesson 3:
Advanced: Equity vs. Debt, Bull & Bear Markets, Derivatives, Options, & Futures
 Here we discuss advanced intermediate concepts including: Equity vs Debt, Why companies sell stock... Bull and Bear markets, derivatives, options & futures contracts, short selling and using Gamestop as an example. 
Lesson 4:
Advanced: Bankruptcy, Types of Markets, Hostile Takeovers, Insider Trading
 Here we discuss advanced concepts including: Bankrptcy, Preferred vs. common stock, classes of stock, hostile takeovers, NYSE vs. NASDAQ, the SEC, Insider Trading, penny stocks, the OTC, and Inflation. 

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Parental Guidance
While our course content is designed to be educational and engaging, we recognize that everyone has unique sensitivities. If there are any concerns or reservations, we encourage parents to participate in the class alongside their children for a more comfortable learning experience.
Pre-Requisites
None; this course is for beginners, so no previous knowledge is required.
Supply List
All necessary materials for the class will be provided.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
The instructor holds a professional teaching license (CPT), has an advanced degree in Education (MSEd), and is also certified through the National Financial Educators Council (CFEI).

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