My Classroom Economy Evaluation: Early Findings

Final results of the My Classroom Economy are available at go.wisc.edu/5vxlz5. This brief presents early findings that are updated in the final report and brief. This brief highlights early findings from the Center for Financial Security's evaluation of the My Classroom Economy (MyCE) financial education program. MyCE is an experiential approach to teaching financial knowledge and … Continue reading My Classroom Economy Evaluation: Early Findings

J. Michael Collins, Elizabeth Odders-White and Michael Batty finalists for the Journal of Consumer Affairs Best Paper Award of 2016

Their article, "Experimental Evidence on the Effects of Financial Education on Elementary School Students' Knowledge, Behavior, and Attitudes," appeared in the Spring 2015 issue of the Journal of Consumer Affairs. The winner will be announced at the American Council on Consumer Interests annual meeting, to be held June 8-10 in Washington, D.C.

Webinar: CFS and CFED on Financial Education and Account Access Among Elementary Students

Date: April 23, 2014 Description: CFS and CFED hosted a webinar on Financial Education and Account Access Among Elementary Students.  The webinar highlighted the results of research which indicated that financial education produced a large improvement in financial knowledge among elementary students. Watch Now Kasey Wiedrich, Senior Research Manager, CFED Louisa Quittman, Director of Community Programs, … Continue reading Webinar: CFS and CFED on Financial Education and Account Access Among Elementary Students