MERLOT Materials

This is a lesson plan designed to help students understand what the six Career Pathways are and to begin to be able to... see more

This technology-rich lesson plan helps high school students understand the concepts of simple and compounding interest.... see more

The Webquest is geared towards upper-Elementary through middle school grades, however, it can be completed by students as... see more

This lesson plan is designed to supplement the “FRED Interactive: Information Literacy” online course available through... see more

This assignment is designed to help students begin to understand the value of conducting informational interviews as a... see more

In this collaborative longer activity, students will explore the cultural, culinary and geographic diversity of France by... see more

In this video assignment, we provide information about bonds, and the potential risks and return of investments.

This video defines stocks and bonds and provides an explanation of capital markets.

In this video assignment, discover the basics of car insurance from why people buy protection from financial loss.

This video assignment continues looking at car insurance -- who is responsible for losses, and what are deductibles.

Learn about the insurance application and underwriting process. Find out how companies establish rates and determine... see more

Discover why it’s important to save for retirement and the difference between a 401(k) and a Roth 401(k).

This video assignment explains the concepts of risk vs. return and capital markets.

This module is designed to illustrate differences in family and household composition patterns for different groups based... see more

Best of the Web Directory/Blogs is an easy way to find interesting websites not always listed by traditional search... see more

This assignment uses Layer filters to manipulate similar layers all at once in AutoCAD. While the written assignment asks... see more

This lesson plan is intended to provide an instructional design approach for head gasket replacement. Students use... see more

Spotify is an organizing system that collects music and podcasts for users to access all around the world. This systems... see more

Writing a resume and curriculum vitae is critical for undergraduate students to get an internship position and/or a... see more

Electronic portfolio describing myself and my person and professional goals and accomplishments.

This video assignment weighs the benefits and costs of rent-to-own and “buy here, pay here� options instead of using... see more

This video assignment assignment looks at the costs and benefits of using alternative financial services like payday and... see more

This video assignment assignment examines offers by tax preparers to get your refund faster than normal -- especially if... see more

This video teaches students essential budgeting skills through relatable scenarios, helping them set financial goals,... see more