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January 04, 2010
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Join in the tremendous excitement worldwide…..
Video as Midnight 12-31-09 the world celebrates Talking Financial Literacy Series II impending announcements (According to CNN it seems) ??
The world celebrates Series II (According to CNN it seems) ??
Kathy and Mark welcome listeners back to Series II of Talking Fin Lit. They share many new developments including new features, a model for financial literacy integration and ways for listeners to potentially be part of the show. This is your personal invitation to be part of the Fin Lit Community- Let’s support educators.
Continuing the global conversation about personal
financial literacy for educators on
Talking Financial Literacy Podcast
Talking Financial Literacy Podcast featured in Business Week Sept 2009, Metro NYC edition.
Click here to see entire article about unique financial literacy efforts and programs across educational contexts.
Facebook page for Financial Literacy:
Welcome to the Talking Financial Literacy Community @ Facebook . We hope folks will join us to share links, photos, comments and discussion. But the discussion board will especially be a space to share resources, plans for integrating financial literacy in classes and support as all of us pose new ideas. ho will be first and second to share who they are, their basic interests in this area and any needs or resources?
Invitation for Listeners to Particpate in the show
Listen to the details in episode 26 and then email Mark and Kathy about what you have to share. Email us at podcast ( at) talkingfinlit.org
ON THE ROAD – Coming Events
- January 2010 – Kathy at FETC 2010 (Orlando FL)
- April 2010 – Kathy at NCEA 2010 (St Paul MN)
- May 2010 — Kathy at AERA 2010 (Denver, CO)
- June 2010 — Mark and Kathy at ISTE NECC 2010 (Denver, CO)
See
Transformationed.com for full details fo speaking engagements and opportunites to meet Dr King and Mark.. we enjoy meeting our podcast community!
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April 23, 2009
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Category: bank accounts, budgets, business, calculators, charity, cost of living, curriculum, Dan Rabuzzi, Educational programs, entrepreneurship, Federal Reserve, games, giving, globalization, mortgages, Phyllis Frankfort, resources, retirement, student outcomes, taxes, teacher perspectives
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From the vantage point of over 1 year of research, interviews and analysis of personal financial literacy for k-12 and adult education, Kathy and Mark step back and provide an episode of reflection, high points and next steps. You are invited to join us for this “green room” debriefing as your
Talking Financial Literacy Podcast co-hosts discuss such questions as :
- What were their surprises as they wrap up the first segment of the series?
- How can teachers best make use of the series?
- What needs and gaps did they uncover in the journey of exploring financial literacy resources?
- How has our world of economics and politics transformed during this 12-16 months?
- What could a sequel series of segments offer?
This episode becomes a fun, quick-paced recap of great resources, highlights and packs in more surprises for our listeners, both new and returning! Join us for this comprehensive episode.
Continuing the global conversation about personal
financial literacy for educators on
Talking Financial Literacy Podcast
Resources discussed in this episode:
- Our archive of illustrious guests and episodes
- Convenient: Available on demand: 24/7
- Portable: Take use with you via MP3 player, iPod, cell phone or CD
- Flexible: Use for teacher PD, student enrichment, parent and adult education classes
- We express a special thanks to the McGraw-Hill Companies who have so graciously sponsored this first round of the series as a philanthropic effort. Thank you for offering such a rich resource for teachers, students, community and parents. ~~ Kathy & Mark
- We expect to be providing some more resources on this topic in the near future based on discussions with potential supporters. ~~ Kathy & Mark
- Keep this feed live in your feedreader and podcast reader (iTunes, etc) and check back to the site for updates and announcements!)
- We wish you all success in bringing financial literacy lifelong learning to life for your students!
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January 29, 2009
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Category: bank accounts, bankruptcy, budgets, business, calculators, cost of living, credit scores, curriculum, Elizabeth Zelasko, entrepreneurship, globalization, interviews, investments, loans, mortgages, resources, retirement, taxes
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[display_podcast]This episode features a lively and informative interview with loan manager,
Elizabeth Zelasko of
Countrywide Bank by Talking Fin Lit co-host Dr. Kathy King. Elizabeth provides behind the scenes information that every loan applicant should know about mortgages in general and for the changing landscape of this financial vehicle today. From application fees to points, locking in rates, ARMs, fixed rates, taxes, stated income, credit scores, to “junk fees,” we are here to de-mystify the terms and the process!
You will find many money-saving and powerful suggestions for how to prepare for mortgages as adults and pose it for young people to understand the need to prepare now, for instance: building a credit history, savings and banking literacy!
Mark and Kathy also discuss the details of how to use mortgages and this life need as a vibrant classroom learning focus. Resources, lesson ideas and discussion abound.
Join us as we bring an expert on board to provide complete information in a form for all to understand.
Elizabeth (Lisa) Zelasko contact information:
Countrywide Bank, FSB
Home Loan Consultant
Office: 201-556-4724
Fax: 866-433-2940
Email:
Elizabeth_Zelasko@Countrywide.com
WEB:
http://countrywidelocal.com/elizabethzelasko
Resources for this Episode
- Countrywide Bank, FSB Resources
- Lisa’ Countrywide Bank site with calculators and articles
Mortgage Calculators
- Amortization Tables
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- Mortgage Calculator shows annual tax and insurance fee, too.
- Credit Worthiness Calculator
- Calculator: “Calculate Your Debt-to-Income Ratio”
Comparing your earnings against your spending , also known as a debt-to-income ratio, is one of the most popular approaches for evaluating if you have too much debt. Lenders, for years, have looked at debt-to-income ratios to get a better grasp on a person’s current financial picture to determine credit-worthiness.
Other Resources
- How to Calculate Your Debt Utilization Ratio
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December 31, 2008
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Ep 18 Hotchalk Meta-Resource for Finanical Literacy [0:01]
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This is an action packed episode which highlights a one-stop shop for many resources which
cover new dimensions of financial learning!
From practical money skills to charity as part of the big picture.
Join Kathy and Mark for an exciting exploration of the financial literacy resources at HotChalk. The financial literacy materials we unearth will be sure to enhance any classroom and make the work of educators easier! From childhood to middle school, high school, and even adults, there are valuable lesson plans, activities, instructional articles, and games from which to choose.
Teachers, educators, educational leaders, (and parents) will find many resources to fit age groups and different settings. Items reviewed include not only HotChalk offerings on this topic, but also Karma Tycoon and The Practical Money Skills web-site.
Talking Fin Lit Podcast:
Continuing the global conversation about personal financial literacy for educators
Resources discussed in this episode:
Hotchalk Financial Literacy Resources
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financial-literacy-for-students-list
- Being financially-savvy is crucial to making the kind of smart money decisions key to ensuring quality of life. Help your students get up to speed on this important life skill with regularly updated K-12 lessons and other resources in this special sponsored section. [from the website]
Karma Tycoon: 
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http://www.karmatycoon.com/
- Karma Tycoon rocks the gaming world by offering you a thrilling ride through the world of social entrepreneurship as you earn Karma in virtual communities across the US. [From the website]
Practical Money Skills from Visa -
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http://practicalmoneyskills.com/english/index.php
- In addition to providing online tools and resources via www.practicalmoneyskills.com, Visa has created free classroom material that educators can use to teach personal finance. Available online or in a binder format, the classroom curriculum is free.
- It offers a teacher’s guide, student worksheets and quizzes and interactive brain-teasers that can be played by students via the Web or from a CD-ROM.
- Additionally, Visa donates computer labs, ensuring that schools in need have access to the equipment needed to take advantage of Practical Money Skills for Life. Learn more about Visa’s outreach program. [From the website]
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December 16, 2008
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Category: business, calculators, cost of living, curriculum, Educational programs, globalization, loans, resources, student outcomes, teacher perspectives
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Ep 16 Indy Kids -Learning Personal Finance from Global News
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One-Of-A-Kind Episode! 
Join us for a one-of-a-kind episode: creating meaningful financial literacy lessons from the global news. Mark finds terrific resources for building creative and powerful lessons about global economics and world hunger through youth based materials, news articles and video reports on the web. Listen in for the compelling experience of a 21st century teacher developing meaning and learning experiences.This is a vibrant illustration of how educators can incorporate critical current events, financial literacy and digital media into active classroom activities. Join us for a journey into what drives food markets, food shortages and pricing. A truly interdisciplinary lesson = literacy, social studies, politics, economics, ethics, values, social responsibility.. oh yes financial literacy!
Resources and Articles
Food Prices
• Hunger & Riots as Food Prices Soar (cover story)
• “Riots, instability spread as food prices skyrocket” (article)
• Why Does Food Cost More? Article North Coast Journal
• Rising food prices take a bigger paycheck bite:
Speculation
• “Speculation and World Food Markets”
Free Trade
• Free Trade Leaves World Food in Grip of Global Giants
• Hoarding Nations Drive Food Costs Ever Higher
Bio Fuels
• AS GLOBAL FOOD COSTS RISE, ARE BIOFUELS TO BLAME?
• Hardy Plant May Ease Biofuels’ Burden on Food Costs
Jatropha -
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October 03, 2008
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Category: bankruptcy, budgets, business, cost of living, curriculum, games, resources
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Ep. 12 Financial Literacy Meets Character Education [22:31]
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Mark and Kathy discuss a wide trend of financial literacy materials which raise ye olde timeless, legacy of Character Education. Indeed as national and global economies toss and turn day by day, people of all ages look for a mooring. A multitude of resources already exist which tap into critical lessons of responsibility and ethics along the way in teaching financial literacy concepts and skills. Don’t miss out on this important episode. Something very different, even unexpected- yet such a powerful connection to transform individuals and communities? Always full with resources and lively discussion, The Talking Financial Literacy Podcast.
The Great Seduction –
NY Times Article
By DAVID BROOKS,
NY Times OP-ED COLUMNIST
(June 10, 2008)
“Money. The Puritan legacy inhibited luxury and self-indulgence. Benjamin Franklin spread a practical gospel that emphasized hard work, temperance and frugality. Millions of parents, preachers, newspaper editors and teachers expounded the message. The result was quite remarkable.
……
Over the past 30 years, much of that has been shredded. The social norms and institutions that encouraged frugality and spending what you earn have been undermined. The institutions that encourage debt and living for the moment have been strengthened”
Article
- Students are learning business strategy by playing entrepreneur.
“The Definition of Character Education”
ASCD website
“Character education involves teaching children about basic human values including honesty, kindness, generosity, courage, freedom, equality, and respect.
The goal is to raise children to become morally responsible, self-disciplined citizens. Problem solving, decision making, and conflict resolution are important parts of developing moral character. Through role playing and discussions, students can see that their decisions affect other people and things.”
Resources
Goodcharacter.com: Character Education: Free Resources, Materials, Lesson Plans
Legacy Educational Resources
Role Models
Stories with Ethical Themes
- Fun Money: Learning Finance Through Stories
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September 24, 2008
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Join us for an episode about connecting current financial issues to financial literacy.
Now for something very different as Mark and Kathy consider the recommendations made by Ross Perot to re-examine the national debt. How could it be this statesman is guiding us to financial literacy education?
In this episode Mark and Kathy discuss the National debt as a basis for financial literacy education. The Ross Perot Charts site offers abundant resources for information, education and critical analysis of how government economics impacts personal finance.
http://perotcharts.com/
“The cowards never started, the weak died on the way, and the courageous survived.” Pioneer’s Creed
“We need action this day”
- Winston Churchill
Resources
Babylon Today -National Debt Clock
http://www.babylontoday.com/national_debt_clock.htm
Zfacts.com
http://zfacts.com/p/461.html
Webquest on Democracy and National Debt
Look at Who’s Footing the Bill!
http://www.kn.att.com/wired/democracy/debtquest.html
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September 17, 2008
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Talking Fin Lit Meets Transformation Ed LIVE!
This is a very special – cross-country feature in order to bring you “the inside scoop” about your favorite personal financial literacy podcast.
The tables get turned and Mark and Kathy are interview by another podcaster! This episode provides the inside story on what is Talking Financial Literacy Podcast and how it came about? Just what exactly makes this series tick?
Paige Eissinger of Transformation Education LIVE! asks pressing and curious questions about the Talking Fin Lit Series.Topics range from living on your credit line for necessities, to faulty mortgage lending possibilities, students targets for credit card companies, and how BIG is financial literacy in our lives.
Including the discussion, “When do we stop learning this topic?”
We are students of financial literacy for the rest of our lives.
Whether we want to be or not.
The Magical Math of A Virtual Interview:
3 Hosts + 1 Interviewer + 2 Interviewees + 2 Two Podcasts =
Resources, Info and Fun
All in the form of the “Inside Scoop on Talking Fin Lit!”
RESOURCES
- Transformation Education LIVE!
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www.transformationed.com/podcast
- Series focused on technology, daily live and transforamtion! This podcast is developed and produced by Paige and Kathy on a bi-weekly basis.
- It is very unique in that you can call-in or join the chat room to participated during the show’s live recording.
- Details at the website
- The Teacher’s Podcast
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www.teacherspodcast.org
- A professional development podcast for teachers across content ares. This is Mark and Kathy’s flagship series where it all started in 2005.
- Topics range from web resources, critical educational news items, interviews and curriculum ideas.
- We are on our 2nd generation of this series with a cumulative 138 episodes
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Details at the website.
- Mortgage Calculators
- TD BankNorth
- Wachovia mortgage calculators
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September 16, 2008
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Dr. Kathy King and Mark critical issues in
Managing your Money on the personal, local, national and global scope. From
rising fuel and food costs, to food riots. How do they interconnect? Then down to the educational connections. Kathy delivers a sample copy of TV411 Financial Literacy curriculum. You get and inside view of the depth of the material and how it can be used. Please note this curriculum was chosen for review because of the high caliber of TV411 in the public education field. This program is not endorsing the product, nor do we receive benefit from any purchase. Tune in for a vibrant episode that covers the ground of global events, to how do we help students of all ages navigate their financial lives.
Curriculum Options TV411 Financial Literacy “Minding Your Money”
- Produced by KET (PBS television network in Kentucky)
- http://www.ketadultlearning.org/adult/tv411_kits.htm
- Regarding use in school: the site says “More than half the states in the U.S. have licenses for one or more series — with great discounts! Call 800.354.9067 to find out if your state is one of those”
Abundant additional web-based materials from KET and TV411
TV411 FINANCIAL LITERACY KIT (Description for TV411)
By teaching how to track and control spending, save money, shop, and use credit responsibly, this kit helps learners achieve their financial goals.
Six units:
* What’s on the Stub? Understanding Your Paycheck
* Reading the Fine Print: Don’t Be Fooled
* Rent-to-Own: Is It Really a Deal?
* Wise Decisions: Selecting and Using Credit Cards
* Getting on Track: Making a Budget
* A Home of Your Own: From Dream to Reality
NYACCE New York Association of Continuing/Community Education
Conference where Dr King learned of TV411 curriculum
Special thank you to Tony Buttino, of Buttino Bunch Media, for loaning us the kit for review from his inventory at !
Articles discussed in this episode:
Rice and Wrong, Food Costs Flummox
Article at The Street.com by Suzanne Barlyn
Excerpt for the article: Food prices are igniting riots in developing countries — and quietly claiming a chunk of my family’s bottom line. Record rice and wheat prices were clearly reflected in my family’s recent $350 grocery bill for mostly grain-based and dairy products. The continuing global agricultural crisis has obviously ensnared my local community and probably many others.
Inflation Calculators –
A few examples of the may available on the web
Still more!
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June 27, 2008
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Category: bank accounts, budgets, curriculum, games, interviews, Llyod Bromberg, loans, mortgages, resources
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Episode 5: The Landscape of Financial Literacy Education – A View from ‘The Fed’ [36:14]
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We are pleased to bring the 2nd half of the the interview with
Lloyd Bromberg, Director of Education Services, Federal Reserve Bank of New York, to our Talking Fin Lit listeners! Mark and Kathy discuss the interview high points and specifics regarding the resources which are mentioned.
Mr. Lloyd Bromberg discusses the program which his federal reserve Education program is offering to NYC students and replicating in Puerto Rico. Resources including a 3 part program which also has online curriculum available. The discussion also includes whether such a program should be mandated in all schools and discuss the pros and cons given the demands schools have on them already and yet the importance of inclusion in a mandated program.
Articles & Items:
1. Article: Pupils learn what counts (Fredericksburg.com)
“Most third-graders know two things about money: you need it to buy a Wii, and it doesn’t grow on trees.
While those are important things to understand, they don’t really capture the complexities of a financial world that can baffle the brightest business school student, and they certainly don’t prepare a youngster for the challenges that await them after graduation….”
2. Map of Federal Reserve Districts
www.federalreserve.gov/otherfrb.htm
3. Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco (District 12)
http://www.frbsf.org/
A sampler of educational resources from District 12
Reminder
about the ISTE NECC MEET-UP!
- June 30, 2008- San Antonio, TX
- You are invited!
- Raffle prizes from
Otterbox for iPods and iPhones
- Learning and networking opps- even be part of a podcast
- You are invited! Read more…
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