Title: Saving for your future
Grade Level: 11
Duration: 1 hour
Learning Objectives:
– Students will be able to identify different types of savings accounts
– Students will understand the concept of interest rates and the impact on savings
– Students will be able to evaluate different options for saving money
Teaching Strategies and Materials:
– Lecture – PowerPoint presentation
– Group Discussion
– Real-life examples
– Worksheet handout
– Computer/Smartboard with internet access
Assessment Strategies:
– In-class participation
– Completion of worksheet
– Evaluation of group discussion
Accommodations for Diverse Learners:
– Providing extra time or breaking down the lesson into smaller parts
– Offering visual aids such as charts and diagrams
– Encouraging peer-to-peer collaboration for students to work together in pairs or small groups
– Providing written instructions for assignments and activities
Outline:
I. Introduction (5 minutes)
– Engage students’ interest in saving money
– Describe the importance of saving for the future
II. Different Types of Savings Accounts (20 minutes)
– Discuss the differences between different types of savings account such as checking, savings, and money market accounts.
– Evaluate the pros and cons of each type of savings account
– Provide real-life examples of savings accounts
III. Interest Rates (20 minutes)
– Define interest and how it works
– Discuss how interest rates vary for different types of savings accounts
– Explain how interest rates impact savings over time
IV. Evaluation of Options (10 minutes)
– Discuss various options and strategies for saving money
– Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each option
V. Conclusion (5 minutes)
– Recap the key takeaways from the lesson
– Encourage students to think about practical steps they can take to start saving
Materials:
– PowerPoint Presentation
– Handout Worksheet
– Whiteboard and markers
– Computer/Smartboard with Internet access
Expected Outcomes:
Students will become more informed about the different types of savings accounts available to them. They will have a better understanding of how interest rates work and their impact on savings. Students will be able to critically evaluate different options for saving and will feel empowered to start saving for their future.
