COR 3120 TEACHING AND LEARNING FINANCIAL LITERACY
“How does health insurance work?” “What is a 401(k) and how do I use it?” “How will finances impact my ability to reach personal goals?” Many people, and especially college students, struggle to answer these questions. In this class, students will first investigate basic financial principles that can help prepare them for a life after college. The class will then transition to discussing challenges related to gaining and promoting financial literacy in society. We will explore the social, emotional and societal problems that often result from a lack of financial literacy, and how these problems affect health and wellness for many individuals and families. Finally, for a Capstone Project, each student will create a project that utilizes their skills and interest, including those gained throughout their experience at Elon, in helping to promote financial literacy on campus and in the local community.
Prerequisite
Open to students in the third or fourth year of study.
Course Types
Core Integrative Seminar
Offered
Offered fall.