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"Introduction to the Stock Market"

In this course, students will learn several concepts of the Stock Market.
Dr. Gretchen Jones Torbert Ph.D., CHLC
Average rating:
4.6
Number of reviews:
(492)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

During this class, students will learn the fundamental basics of the Stock Market process.  In this class I will break down what the stock market process with the students. The students will be researching their companies with my guidance and playing the Stock Market Game with a $100,000 virtual cash!  

(The game site is online and does require that students go to it: www.howthemarketworks.com and to create an account.)

Topics that will be covered are:
- Why the stock market exists
- How publicly traded companies work (VS Private)
- When to sell, when to buy
- Apps for trading stocks
- What are penny stocks?
- What are Capital Gains?
-Key Vocabulary Terms

Structure of the Class:
Opening
Class Section
Closing and Q and A.
This class is an introduction class to stocks, no previous knowledge is necessary. Let's have some fun and learn.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the basic fundamentals of the Stock Market.
learning goal

Other Details

Supply List
During the first class session, students will take notes, discuss and watch 2 video clips. In addition, students will research and play the Stock Market Game with the companies that they have selected with a $100,000 virtual cash online.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Students will be asked to begin buying stocks with the guidance of their parents/guardians.
Joined June, 2020
4.6
492reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Greetings,

I have taught grades K to 12th grade for over 18 plus years, all core content classes ( life, social and financial skills). In addition, I have taught adults learners.  I also teach social and emotional sessions to all learners to aid in assisting students with their mental health. I teach students how to write a book and publish their books as well. 

I have served as an Academic Data Coach, Consultant of Education and I have served as a leader of many organizations within the school system and the community.

I am also a writer of 72 books and a publisher.

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Meets once
50 min

Completed by 463 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
3-13 learners per class

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