Are average college tuition and fees really rising in the United States? Here is a fascinating take on the rising cost of college tuition and how price discrimination may explain what is often seen as an insurmountable cost for...

A penny saved is a penny earned! Scholars research the different ways to save money over a lifetime. They investigate the Rule of 72, compound interest, and sub-prime loans to gain an understanding of how banks aid in the saving process....

Discover what criteria creditors use for making loans (the 3 Cs of Credit), and impress upon your young adults the rights and responsibilities related to using credit. Pupils role play as individuals seeking or providing credit, as...

Students explore the concept of financial costs of college. In this financial costs of college instructional activity, students read an article about college costs. Students research the cost of college for the school of their choice....

Students examine city parks and their importance and affect they have on the health and well being of a community. An oral report with visual aids is prepared as a group to educate the class on the importance of green space in the city.

Students research their strengths and weaknesses and helps them make a career choice.

In this online interactive American history learning exercise, high schoolers answer 13 matching questions regarding contemporary American history. Students may submit their answers to be scored.

What do you know about American Indians? Upper graders compose an informational essay based on the research they conduct. They choose a Native American group to study and, using the provided list of web links, gather information and...

In this online interactive history instructional activity, learners respond to 10 short answer and essay questions about the achievements of Woodrow Wilson. Students may check some of their answers on the interactive instructional...

Students examine the poverty line. In this poverty line instructional activity, students discover what the poverty line is and how the U.S. government determines it. Students calculate alternative poverty lines and examine their...

Learners through song analysis and group discussion, identify the qualities representing the Great Depression. They study the Great Depression and how it affected people all over U.S. They analysis the lyrics to the song "Brother Can you...

If a student wants to receive any sort of financial aid, they must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This site explains how and allows you to submit it electronically.

This article discusses scholarship and financial aid scams and the truth about financial aid. The only application that will determine eligibility for all programs is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - a form you can...

Students will understand the importance of filling out the FAFSA application and complete a practice FAFSA. This lesson plan has a financial aid component.

The first step in the financial aid process is the "Free Application for Federal Student Aid" or "FAFSA". The FAFSA can seem like a very confusing application to complete, but this video lesson will take you through everything you need...

This site offers a scholarly, historical review of federal student aid, along with a discussion of the complex issues of the "achievements and shortfalls" of these aid policies.

Grants, loans, scholarships - it's all like another kind of language. But don't worry, we're here to help.

Young scholars will research a career and determine educational options and understand how to complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This lesson contains a financial aid component.

This lesson gives students the opportunity to take a hands-on approach to learning about FAFSA. Students will research and compile information and graphics to create a professional, tri-fold brochure containing information about FAFSA...

There are many opportunities for your education after high school whether it be a university, a community college, or a career school. Learn how to choose the right school for you and how to pay for it.

This lesson will aid in understanding the basics of state, federal, and industry oversight and help students know the extent and limits of consumer protection by these entities. This is a Commerce and Information Technology lesson plan.

Infograph provides tip for avoiding scams when repaying student loans.

The U.S. Department of Education provides a Handbook for Parents of Students in the Middle and Junior High School Years to help them to prepare for college.

This lesson addresses facts and fiction about teen pregnancy. It is an in-depth look into the social and financial challenges of teen parenting. It includes a cost analysis of a baby's first year of life. Be aware the subject of this...