Lesson 1: Money, Banking, and Financial Assets

Duration of Days: 3

Lesson Objective

Students will explain the functions of money and distinguish among types of financial assets.

What functions does money serve in an economy?

How do financial assets differ?

C3: D2.Eco.9.9-12

CCSS: RH.11-12.2

DOK 2 – Skill/Concept
Students explore money as a medium of exchange, unit of account, and store of value and examine basic financial assets.

Guided notes and visuals

Partner discussion

Real-world examples

Exit ticket or short quiz