Posted on March 29, 2012 by libby.bestul
This brief summarizes research about how children learn about personal financial topics, with an emphasis on in-school financial education.
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The University of Minnesota Extension has resources for students, parents and educators related to “youth and money” on their website that will be referenced during the conversation on April 9th.
Wells Fargo Bank also has a curriculum, that has been used by Cooperative Extension’s Youth Money Smart College, including a CD that can be requested.
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Posted on February 3, 2012 by libby.bestul
This brief begins with a broad overview of the economic challenges survivors of domestic violence face. It then highlights early research on enhancing survivors’ financial capability. The brief concludes with takeaways from leading researchers and practitioners as well as a list of curricula and other resources.
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Posted on December 9, 2011 by libby.bestul
How can an educator select Personal Financial Education curriculum from what is available? This brief offers an example of one way to systematically compare educational materials based on the intended use. As an example of how this process can work four sets of materials—all available online—were downloaded and analyzed using a matrix of core competencies.
The four curricula are: MoneySmart, MoneyWi$e, CreditSmart and YourMoneyCounts.
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Posted on October 7, 2011 by libby.bestul
Professionals working in communities often seek data that helps direct and define financial capability building strategies. But local level data on consumer and household economic trends is not widely available. This brief offers an overview of ten potential indicators as well as a few tools available online including those specifically for the state of Wisconsin.
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Posted on August 4, 2011 by jm.collins
This Issue Brief highlights technology tools for promoting positive financial behaviors. Financial Education strategies using new technology and social media are discussed in the brief and during the lunchtime learning conversation on August 8.
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Posted on May 4, 2011 by jm.collins
The purpose of this brief is to help educators, professionals, and counselors guide people in their community who are recovering from a financial setback.
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Posted on April 8, 2011 by jm.collins
People often fail to take advantage of appropriate financial products when they are offered, and very often struggle to put their financial know how to use. This Issue Brief and Wisline Conversation will provide strategies for building financial capability in light of the barriers identified in the field of behavioral science.
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Posted on March 14, 2011 by libby.bestul
February 28, UW Extension faculty discussed current financial issues and the impact on everyone’s financial health. The conversation covered coping with client financial stress and adding ourselves and colleagues to the financially and emotionally stressed population.
J. Michael Collins, Peggy Olive, Meg Gores and Shelly Tidemann shared available resources and provided an open a forum for suggestions and questions. Numerous resources are posted below.
Topics included:
Managing Issues: at home, in the office, and in public
Know Your Limits: what should be referred out
Overview of Useful Tools
Working with Colleagues and the Public
Building Capacity to Respond
Customizable Press Releases
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Posted on March 7, 2011 by jm.collins
With the aftermath of the Great Recession still wreaking havoc on many American’s financial position, many consumers and professionals are questioning just how much they need to save for retirement. This brief reviews a few common rules of thumb and suggests how consumers might take – or leave – the advice.
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Posted on February 7, 2011 by jm.collins
With the economic downturn, more and more families are behind on their bills. While not a substitute for legal advice, this Issues Brief provides some background on common issues related to debt collection, judgments and garnishments. The terms and definitions discussed here can serve as a starting point for dialogue with clients about debt collection. Participate in the Lunchtime Learning conversation on February 14, led by J. Michael Collins.
Note: One resource to consider if you find yourself dealing with issues related to debt and collections is a wonderful book by the National Consumer Law Center called “Surviving Debt.” As an example the book includes “16 Rules for Deciding What Debt to Pay First“.
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