This issue of the 5E Educator focuses on a key financial decision – financing higher education. Inside the issue is a feature article on student loan debt, complemented by several activities and lesson plans, designed to prompt thoughtful discussion about this decision and the expected returns from investment in human capital.
What do the latest trends suggest about student loan debt? What are some of the options availableto students to help finance post-secondary education and training?
Student loan financing101;a classroom activity
An examination of the role of public policy in achieving greater financial literacy
Teaching tips and resources for your classroom
Notable events in the Fifth Districtand tour information