Master Your Money! Introduction to the Stock Market Financial Literacy Course
1st OS course? $20 code in listing. Master Financial Investing! Each week we'll build a different essential concept. Taught by Mr. Scott, million dollar entrepreneur and career educator. Includes weekly skill packet practice.
Adam Scott Education and RPG Club
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What's included
12 live meetings
8 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be provided with a skills or analysis packet each week to refine their skills. This is designed to be completed independently, and the instructor is happy to answer support questions for enrolled students.Certificate of Completion
Certificate indicating topics covered, hours enrolled, and dates of the course will be provided upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
New to Outschool? Use this to save $20 on your first class. CODE: DNDCLUB20 Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of investing and financial markets? "Introduction to the Stock Market for Teens" is a comprehensive course designed to provide young minds with a solid foundation in understanding the stock market and its many facets.🌐 Students will be provided with a skills or analysis packet each week to refine their skills. This is designed to be completed independently, and the instructor is happy to answer support questions as needed. Whether you're brand new to the world of finance or already have some knowledge under your belt, this class is perfect for anyone eager to develop knowledge of the financial system and the various paths it offers for financial rewards. Class Policies 📚 Classes are taught as a combination lecture and discussion, encouraging student participation. 🗣️ This class teaches financial skills that are broadly applicable in various regions of the globe, where individuals have access to retail and commercial banking services and market or mixed economies. While an attempt will be made to explain ideas so all students can understand, hyper local examples and command based systems fall outside these financial skills. The course has an implicit bias that wealth accumulation is societally acceptable and for those enrolled an objective as it pertains to their personal finances. Specifically, this class recognizes the ability to lend money at interest as a core concept within the financial world. It represents the importance of individuals being able to accumulate private property to pursue financial independence. Late arrivals will be admitted at the discretion of Mr. Scott. ⏰ Note regarding financial investing: Any financial investment involves risks and an investor could lose some or all of their investment. The ideas discussed in this course are "ideas" and "opportunities", not recommendations. Every individuals' risk presonal risk threshold is different and families should use their own judgement before making any investment.
Learning Goals
Students will comprehend the origin, purpose, and functioning of financial markets, including the fundamental differences between stocks, bonds, and various types of funds (mutual funds, index funds, and ETFs).Students will learn to analyze corporate earnings, understand the significance of the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio, and assess the impact of dividends on investment returns, enabling them to make informed investment decisions.
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Understanding Financial Markets
Introduction to the course
What are financial markets?
Why do they exist?
What is their purpose?
How can they help students? 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Become a Business Owner - The Basics of Equity Investing
Understanding what stocks are and how they represent ownership in a company.
Key Concepts:
Types of stocks, how to buy and sell shares, and the rights of shareholders. 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
They Pay You Back...Unless They Don't - Understanding Bonds and Fixed Income
Introduction to bonds and how they function as debt instruments.
Key Concepts: Types of bonds, interest payments, and credit ratings. 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Mutual Funds and ETFs
Exploring mutual funds, index funds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
Key Concepts: How funds pool investors' money, advantages of diversification, and how to invest in funds. 40 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class will cover real world financial news and money matters. An emphasis will be placed on understanding the various forces that impact the financial markets, including government policies, geopolitical events, and consumer psychology. On occasion, political ideas may be discussed as they apply to markets and their potential impact.
As a classroom teacher of 15 years, my goal is to provide students with the information necessary to understand a topic so they can make their own decisions.
Pre-Requisites
Students who need to be able to understand basic four function math, percentages, decimals, and fractions.
Supply List
We will use financial sites Yahoo Finance and FinViz for business news and financial data during class. Accounts are not required for use.
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
5 teachers have teaching certificates
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Science
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Illinois Teaching Certificate
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Master's Degree in Education from Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Education
Master's Degree in Social Work from Loyola University
2 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree from Oregon State University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Binghamton University
First Outschool class? Get a $20 credit with code: AdamSco2020
Adam Scott taught classroom AP Economics, Finance, and Entrepreneurship for 15 years, has created a +$2M business, has created a tech platform, and worked in the financial sector.
He holds his MAT from Lewis and Clark College's Graduate School of Education and is a Reviews
Live Group Class
$17
weekly or $199 for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
40 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
5-12 learners per class
