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Bailout 15: More on the Solution
Sal continues his argument for "the Plutzy Plan" (named after his friend who initially posed the idea). He outlines both theoretical and practical implementation ideas to restore the financial system. His theories will invigorate your...
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Bailout 11: Why These CDOs Could be Worth Nothing
Differentiating between a $700 billion "blank check" and the acquisition of assets, this video explores the idea that the CDOs purchased by the government could be worth nothing. Sal takes students through the mathematical and economic...
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Bailout 4: Mark-to-Model vs. Mark-to-Market
The saga of Sal's fictional bank - as it relates to the very real-world banking world today - continues in this video, which covers ways to account for an asset (mark-to-model vs. mark-to-market). Sal does not hide his opinion here,...
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Bailout 2: Book Value, Money, Banking and Central Banks, Finance and Capital Markets
Your class has been exposed to the effects and ramifications of the recent financial crisis. In this video, Sal helps to clarify the terms and procedures of what has been happening. He uses a fictional balance sheet to illustrate the...
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Bailout 1: Liquidity vs. Solvency
Introducing the circumstances surrounding the 2008 bailout and financial crisis, Sal uses a simplified analogy to help students see the heart of the matter. He covers the importance of credit and credit scores, as well as what happens...
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Bailout 7: Bank Goes into Bankruptcy
Some banks escaped certain disaster with a bailout by the government. But, what about the rest? Sal explains the intricacies and dynamics of a bailout down to the details on a balance sheet. He also provides a thorough definition of...
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Bailout 8: Systemic Risk
Using several balance sheets, Sal illustrates the connectivity of banks and how one bank failure can affect many. Again, he uses the example of Lehman Brothers as the "catalyst for this chain of events" to explain how one bankrupt bank...
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Bailout 14: Possible Solution
Ripe for discussion in your economics and government classes, this video features Sal's idea for the best possible solution to the financial crisis. He first details the situation and what the plan would entail; he then takes viewers...
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Bailout 6: Getting an Equity Infusion
What does a bank do when it has reached the end of its equity? Sal demonstrates the eleventh-hour attempts by banks to liquidate all assets before doomsday. He also covers some of the rationale behind not accepting market prices and...
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Bailout 3: Book Value vs. Market Value
The "housing bubble" is addressed in this video, as well as the discrepancy between a stock's market value and its book value. Students will learn about the intricacies of the stock market, as well as an introduction to the housing...
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Bailout 9: Paulson's Plan
Equally informative and opinionated, this video is sure to inspire thoughtful discussions and debate among your students. Sal outlines Paulson's plan - and explains his own (unfavorable) opinion about it.
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Subtracting Mixed Numbers 2, Fractions, Pre-Algebra
To subtract mixed numbers, it may be necessary to find the least common multiple to establish a common denominator. This is just what Sal does in this presentation. First, he shows how to find a common denominator and then the process...
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Writing a Number in Expanded Form, Arithmetic Properties, Pre-Algebra
Understanding place value is a basic mathematics skill. This Khan Academy video shows students how to write the number 14,897 in the expanded form. He explains that the 7 in the ones place is equivalent to 7x1, the 9 in the tens place is...
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Writing a Number in Standard Form, Arithmetic Properties, Pre-Algebra
Viewing this Khan Academy video helps with grasping the concept of place value. Learners write the word six hundred forty-five million, five hundred eight-four thousand, four hundred sixty-two in standard form, using multiplication as a...
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Order of Operations Example, Arithmetic Properties, Pre-Algebra
This resource shows how to evaluate complex statements using the order of operations. Mr. Khan explains that parentheses take precedence, followed by exponents, then multiplication and division, and finally addition and subtraction,...
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Recognizing Divisibility, Factors and Multiples, Pre-Algebra
The divisibility rules are invaluable tools to possess. Sal teaches students to recognize divisibility using the divisibility rules. He explains why 380 is divisible by some numbers and not by others. Tip: Create a handout on the...
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Finding Factors of a Number, Factors and Multiples, Pre-Algebra
If your class has watched the Khan Academy video on recognizing divisibility, they will have a good foundation for this video on finding factors. Sal demonstrates how to find factors of a number by using the divisibility rules and...
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How to Add Fractions that have Different Denominators, Fractions, Pre-Algebra
Your young mathematicians can solve this problem along with Sal. They will add 4/9 and 11/12 by finding a number that evenly divides both 9 and 12. Sal fully explains the process of finding a common denominator in an evident and...
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Number Sets, Fractions, Pre-Algebra
Knowing mathematic terminology is vital for building a functional academic vocabulary. In this video, Sal defines number sets and the terms natural numbers, whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, irrational numbers, and real numbers....
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Example 1: Simplifying Polynomials, Algebra I
At times, polynomial expressions can be very long. Watch this video to see how Sal simplifies them by combining like terms. He explains his process and uses various colors to demonstrate why like terms are alike and why they can be...
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Dividing Whole Numbers and Fractions: T-Shirts, Fractions, Pre-Algebra
There is no better way to present a math problem than within the context of a story. Sal explains how he divides a fraction to solve a word problem where he must determine how many shirts can be made with 48 yards of fabric. Problems...
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Example 2: Finding the Square of a Binomial with One Variable, Algebra I
Sal demonstrates what not to do when simplifying a squared binomial. Next, he clarifies why they can't square each term individually and then add them. He uses his incorrect example as a starting point to demonstrate how to simplify a...
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U.S. Customary and Metric Units, Ratios, Proportions, Units, and Rates, Pre-Algebra
Expose your students to the differences and vocabulary associated with both U.S. Customary Units and Metric Units. Sal defines 14 different terms of measure and then sorts them into two categories. He has numerous small side notes that...
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Example: Expressing Division in Multiple Ways, Arithmetic
Sal takes this word problem apart piece by piece to demonstrate how to divide 18 by two. He underlines important information, determines what he needs to do to solve the problem, and then writes 18/2, three different ways. This resource...