Are States “Measuring Up” in Financial Literacy?
- Resource Type
- Article
- Authors
- Morgan, Jackie
- Source
- Business Education Forum; April 2009, Vol. 63 Issue 4, p22-24, 3p
- Subject
- Financial literacy
Financial management education in secondary schools
Personal finance
Student aspirations
Curriculum
Educational standards
Secondary education
Education policy
Surveys
United States
- Language
- ISSN
- 00076678
Personal finance courses are being included in state curricula. The development and format of personal finance courses and standards vary widely across states. Moreover, the teaching of such material is influenced by educator preparation, an area that could be given more attention. Examples of personal finance courses in Southeastern states are provided.