Full course description
The Financial Literacy Microcredential offers a fresh, engaging approach to teaching personal finance in high school classrooms. Designed for educators, the microcredential equips participants with classroom‑ready resources and practical strategies to teach essential financial concepts, including budgeting, credit, investing, risk, and insurance.
Central to the design of this microcredential is a case‑study approach that engages participants in analyzing authentic financial challenges. These narrative‑driven cases encourage deep thinking, persistence, and problem‑solving by presenting multiple perspectives and avoiding simple, one‑size‑fits‑all answers. Participants explore complex financial topics, analyze real‑world scenarios, and build confidence in guiding students through challenging decisions.
Throughout the microcredential, educators collaborate with peers, exchange effective practices, and engage with leading experts in the field. Along the way, they may even gain insights that strengthen their own financial understanding. This microcredential empowers teachers to deliver meaningful, relevant financial literacy instruction that prepares students for the real financial choices they will face.
Format: Asynchronous Online Modules
Price: $295
For more information, questions or to register: Email tcacademy@tc.columbia.edu