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- Educator Guide
- Lesson Plans Content Overview
- Introduction to the Start-Up Videos
- Career Readiness Glossary English
- Career Readiness Glossary Spanish
- California Career Center Student Account Setup Instructor's Notes
- California Career Center Student Account Setup Instructor's Notes
- California CareerZone Student Account Setup Instructor's Notes
- Choosing My Lifestyle (doc version)
- Choosing My Lifestyle
- Choosing My Lifestyle
- Choosing My Lifestyle (Spanish)
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How much does it cost to live the life your dream life? Scholars explore the pitfalls of personal finance through planning, discussion, and research. The first activity in a five-part series tasks individuals with determining an approximate monthly income needed, as well as careers that support their lifestyles.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have students estimate their utility costs using online budgeting tools
- Prior to showing the introductory video, have the class list all of the utilities they currently have in their households
Classroom Considerations
- Make the lesson as specific as possible by encouraging pupils to research the cost of living in the area in which they would like to live
Pros
- An eye-opening and engaging topic ensures learners come away from the lesson with a new appreciation for financial literacy
- The included printables are great for helping the class choose their options as they work through the material
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- None