Objectives for this session:
Participants are introduced to the foundational concepts of stocks and the stock market through the analysis of an authentic, real-time stock market report. Then, they practice selecting stocks from a fictitious market to develop a portfolio.
Share this 3 minute video with your students to hear an introduction to Session 1: Understanding Stocks
bear market a downward trend of the stock market over a number of months
bull market an upward trend of the stock market over a number of months
diversification owning different stocks in various industries that perform differently under a variety of economic conditions
dividends a percentage of profits that are paid periodically to stockholders
portfolio a grouping of financial assets such as stocks, bonds, and cash equivalents
private company a company owned by an individual or a small group of individuals
publicly owned company a company owned by stockholders or shareholders
risk the probability of making a profit or losing money on an investment
stock a share of the ownership of a company
stock market/exchange the location in which stocks are bought and sold
stockbroker a person who acts as a go-between for the buyer and seller of a stock; usually charges a commission fee
stockholders individuals who have purchased a share, or many shares, of stock in a publicly owned company
You will need the following materials for this session:
Print and distribute table tents. Instruct students to write their names in large letters.
Follow the step-by-step instructions to facilitate a classroom or remote session. We recommend opening the instructions on a secondary device so you can use your computer to project.
Project this presentation as you lead the session. The presentation includes important concepts, key terms, and opportunities to apply learning. We recommend opening the presentation on your computer to project. Practice navigating the presentation before the session begins. Some onscreen presentations include interactive features, so familiarize yourself with the features. Play any videos, and check all links that are included. Ask your teacher to check the presentation in the classroom to ensure the settings at the school are compatible and change the browser or adjust security settings if needed, prior to the start of the program.
Share a digital copy of this document, pages 1-6, with students. They can type in the document and save their work. Activity pages can also be printed.