MERLOT Materials

This case study outlines the structure and implementation of an online introductory finance course developed at the... see more

U.S. taxpayers expect the government to be a careful steward of taxpayer money. The October 2017 issue of Page One... see more

With prices of new vehicles at all-time highs, many buyers are looking for used vehicles. It can be challenging, though,... see more

Young children are not likely to think past their piggy banks when it comes to safe places to set money aside for those... see more

The Piggy Bank Primer: Budget and Saving e-book for 7 through 9 year olds uses a story, activities, and puzzles to... see more

Consumers see or hear thousands of advertisements each day. The April 2017 issue of Page One Economics: Focus on... see more

Many people find themselves in financial trouble, but it is good to know there are options available should you need... see more

While many people have heard of Bitcoin, far fewer understand it. In short, Bitcoin is a digital currency that allows... see more

What do you need to know before buying a car? Aside from knowing what you want in a vehicle, you’ll need to know about... see more

As the Rolling Stones song says, "You can't always get what you want." So we make choices. Every day, governments and... see more

Credit bureaus have evolved into big businesses. The December 2017 issue of Page One Economics: Focus on FinanceÂ... see more

No surprise—people with more education often earn higher incomes and are unemployed less than those with less... see more

Payday loans are convenient and provide FAST cash to cover emergency situations or help pay a borrower’s expenses from... see more

Stocks and bonds offer potential gains for investors, but they can also help fuel the economy. The October 2016 issue ofÂ... see more

Prepaid cards were invented to solve a problem: replacing coin usage in pay telephones. Since then, prepaid cards have... see more

The federal individual income tax is certain. The December 2018 issue addresses basic facts about the federal individual... see more

When tragedy strikes, how do people avoid bearing all of the costs of their loss? Learn more in the February 2017 issue... see more

"Strong" is usually preferred over "weak." But for the value of a country's currency, it's not that simple. "Strong"... see more

The February 2018 issue of Page One Economics: Focus on Finance focuses on an important milestone in transitioning to... see more

Where can borrowers get loans when banks and credit unions aren't an option? Maybe a low credit score, lack of... see more

Spending patterns change over time because of changes in income, education, the structure of our families, and... see more

What skills do you need to develop for future success? Academics for sure, but soft skills are also important. Learn more... see more

Stock market mutual funds offer investors diversified stock market portfolios, but there are several types. Actively... see more

The familiar magnetic stripe credit cards used for decades in the United States are being phased out. Read about the new... see more