Professional Development

High level summary of what users can do on the page: register for webinars, register for workshops, earn PHD certificates, browse resources and watch past webinars.

Grades 6-8, 9-12

How to Play the Fiscal Ship

In this economics webinar, teachers will explore ways students can grapple with federal budget choices as they play a game.
Key Concepts: Crowding Out, Debt
60 mins
On-Demand Webinar

Grades 9-12

The Economics of Going To College

In this webinar learn strategies and lesson ideas for how to help students answer the many financial decisions of college...
Key Concepts: Budgeting/Money Managment, Comparative Advantage, Comparative Advantage
60 mins
Oct 12 6:00-7:00pm ET
On-Demand Webinar

Grades 9-12

Investing in the Future with Alternative Energy

In this economics webinar, teachers will engage students to analyze the decision of governments to invest in alternative energy.
Key Concepts: Comparative Advantage, Comparative Advantage, Cost-Benefit Analysis…
60 mins
Mar 11 7:00-8:00pm ET
On-Demand Webinar

Grades 9-12, Higher Education

Career Readiness Part 4: The Future of Work

Identify labor market trends and the impact they can have on student choice and success in their work life.
Key Concepts: Employment/Unemployment, Phillips Curve, Unemployment
60 mins
Mar 07 5:00-6:00pm ET
On-Demand Webinar

Grades 6-8, 9-12

Making Presidential Elections Fun

In this economics webinar, learn how to use current events to look at the history of U.S. election cycles.
Key Concepts: Cost-Benefit Analysis, Economic Institutions, Marginal Analysis
60 mins
Oct 13 7:00-8:00pm ET
On-Demand Webinar