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Adulting 102: Advanced Life Skills for the Real World

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Daysha Rae, M.Ed
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In this 9-lesson self-paced class, students will learn practical, valuable life skills not taught in schools about finances, buying a car and home, meal planning, online banking, filing income taxes, and much more!

Class Experience

9 lessons//9 Weeks
 Week 1
Lesson 1
Credit Scores
Uncover the mysteries behind credit scores, learning how they're calculated, why they're important, and how to improve them.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Banking Basics and Online Banking
Navigate the world of online banking, understanding its benefits, how to use it safely, and managing your finances digitally.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Buying a Car
Dive into the comprehensive process of buying a car, from financing options to negotiating deals and understanding loans.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Tipping Etiquette
Master the nuances of tipping etiquette across various services, ensuring you're confidently expressing gratitude.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Shopping for Food on a Budget
Enhance your skills in budgeting for groceries, meal planning, and finding the best deals without sacrificing quality.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Insurance Basics
Discover the importance of different types of insurance and how they protect against financial risk.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Investing: Watch Your Money Grow
Explore the basics of investing, understanding different types of investments, risks, and the power of compound interest.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Filing Income Taxes
Navigate the tax filing process with ease, learning about deductions, credits, and how to maximize your return.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Buying a Home
Step into the world of homeownership, covering everything from mortgage basics to the home buying process and what to expect.
  • Students will learn skills applicable to the real world and learn how to navigate the real world challenges, loaded with information and confidence to be successful young adults.
I taught personal finance classes for over 20 years in public school, but my real expertise comes from being an adult myself and raising two newly-turned young adult children.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: included
Feedback: included
Details: Each lesson includes an enrichment activity learners may complete if they wish. The tasks will be short, but they should also be useful and applicable to the topic we are discussing that lesson.
Assessment
Frequency: included
Details: If a parent wishes to have a formal assessment, I will provide that at the conclusion of class if requested. I will be an active participant in the learning process and will be providing feedback for each task the learner completes if they wish to turn them in to me.
Grading
Frequency: included
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Learners should have access to a calculator for this class in addition to access to the Internet for activities.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Permission has been obtained for all online sources and pictures used for this class.
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Dakota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Jamestown College
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My goal is to guide learners through the enriching world of writing, the practicality of important adulting life skills, and the everyday relevance of consumer math and personal finance. Setting learners up for... 

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Self-Paced Class

$16

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9 pre-recorded lessons
9 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content

Completed by 23 learners
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