The web is filled with an abundance of vague and reused content of all interests and industries, including financial literacy. However, among the clutter and chaos, there is hope. Hope in the form of valuable and resourceful content that provides sound advice, tips, strategies, and education to its readers and is sometimes found to be a great resource.
With 2014 officially over and as we progress through 2015, we wanted to assemble five of our favorite and most valuable blogs of 2014. Which is your favorite?
1.) How to Make Financial Literacy Go Viral with Social Media
Social media is a popular topic in today’s education field. Some educators praise social media and other technologies in the classroom while others criticize it. However, innovative and engaging activities and tools such as social media are required when it comes to relaying personal finance education lessons as they have proven to be more effective and increase retention. Because of this, we wanted to compile key benefits of using social media in the classroom along with time-saving tips on how to effectively integrate social media into your financial literacy course. To find out more, read How to Make Financial Literacy Go Viral with Social Media.
2.) How to Integrate a Goal-Oriented Financial Literacy Program
Developing and integrating a financial literacy program on campus is extremely helpful for students’ well-being and has proven to improve student loan responsible borrowing; however, it is not without obstacles and complications. To assist, we took the time to highlight important objectives, specific financial literacy goals, and specific advice for each goal. Discover them by reading How to Integrate a Goal-Oriented Financial Literacy Program.
3.) Effective Financial Literacy Model to Drive Student Success
The continuous increase of student loan debt and tuition fees across America has further pushed the need of financial literacy education into the limelight. As a result, educational institutions at every level continue to explore developing a financial literacy program. But since developing a program has many obstacles, we wanted to offer an effective, yet practical model that educational institutions can now consider when developing their programs. To see the model, read Effective Financial Literacy Model to Drive Student Success.
4.) 5 Contagious College Selection Myths that Colleges Must Cure During the Admissions Process
It’s no secret that when students are going through the college selection process, they may make life-altering decisions that are based on fallacies and assumptions. Because of this, it is important that colleges fully understand far too common college selection myths and take a proactive approach to ensure students are a great fit for their institution and program. Discover these myths and stop them in their tracks by reading 5 Contagious College Selection Myths that Colleges Must Cure During the Admissions Process.
5.) The 5 Financial Aid Myths Students Believe
As with the college selection process, students make life-changing decisions about financial aid based on fictional experiences and assumptions. Because of this and because the majority of students will utilize student loans during their educational journey to cover expenses, colleges must squash the common misconceptions that can potentially hinder students. To better prepare to dispel the five common financial aid myths, read The 5 Financial Aid Myths Students Believe.
Have a fantastic 2015!
