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Shayla C
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Understanding compound interest (what it is and how it works) is a big part of this kit. What percentage of your students demonstrated a clear understanding of the power of compound interest by the end of the learning? 45%-60%
How easy did your students find the Sorted Calculators to use?
Difficult
Easy enough
Very easy
Which part/s of the kit did you find the most useful in supporting you to teach financial literacy and why? Sorted Calc. because of the multiple ways of using
How would you rate the change in your own understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt, prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
Can you share any standout moments or student reactions while using the kit? It helped open some really interesting conversations, and reflections on what Y10 students understand (and don't) about financial literacy. Thankful for the tools to inspire these conversations, and the FLEXIBILITY to pick, choose, and work in what activities are relevant
How have conversations in your classroom changed over the course of teaching this kit? I've had more knowledge as a result, so I can help answer information that comes up better
How would you rate the change in your students understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
How useful would you say the kit was at extending students overall financial literacy?
Completely useless
Somewhat useful
Extremely useful
“Quite a few of the resources were able to be used in our financial literacy unit. This can be a (dry) and hard-to-find-inspiring-resources kind of topic. Thankful for the innovative ideas and resources to help make this more engaging!!”
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Posted 3 months ago
Dave P
Verified Reviewer
Understanding compound interest (what it is and how it works) is a big part of this kit. What percentage of your students demonstrated a clear understanding of the power of compound interest by the end of the learning? 60%-75%
How easy did your students find the Sorted Calculators to use?
Difficult
Easy enough
Very easy
Which part/s of the kit did you find the most useful in supporting you to teach financial literacy and why? The parts that covered general key concepts relating to financial literacy and the financial calculators were probably the most useful. Indirectly, the kit was also helpful in terms of providing me with general ideas of activity types that I could use with my students.
How would you rate the change in your own understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt, prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
Can you share any standout moments or student reactions while using the kit? Not really sorry!
How have conversations in your classroom changed over the course of teaching this kit? I think using some aspects of this kit enabled students to see the relevance of financial literacy to them, which in turn made it easier for them to both ask questions and answer questions in relation to the topic.
How would you rate the change in your students understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
How useful would you say the kit was at extending students overall financial literacy?
Completely useless
Somewhat useful
Extremely useful
“This set of resources was most valuable for providing a foundation for teaching financial literacy in a Year 10 Social Studies programme. The resources are visually appealing and well researched. Dear 13 year old me would likely be very helpful to anyone teaching Year 9 or 10 students about this topic.”
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Posted 3 months ago
Katarena B
Verified Reviewer
Understanding compound interest (what it is and how it works) is a big part of this kit. What percentage of your students demonstrated a clear understanding of the power of compound interest by the end of the learning? 60%-75%
How easy did your students find the Sorted Calculators to use?
Difficult
Easy enough
Very easy
Which part/s of the kit did you find the most useful in supporting you to teach financial literacy and why? The whole thing was useful for our kids!
How would you rate the change in your own understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt, prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
Can you share any standout moments or student reactions while using the kit? It was great to watch them connect with examples from their own lives/households.
How have conversations in your classroom changed over the course of teaching this kit? They seemed more comfortable
How would you rate the change in your students understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
How useful would you say the kit was at extending students overall financial literacy?
Completely useless
Somewhat useful
Extremely useful
“My year 9 class really enjoyed this activity!”
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Posted 3 months ago
Anna D
Verified Reviewer
Understanding compound interest (what it is and how it works) is a big part of this kit. What percentage of your students demonstrated a clear understanding of the power of compound interest by the end of the learning? 60%-75%
How easy did your students find the Sorted Calculators to use?
Difficult
Easy enough
Very easy
Which part/s of the kit did you find the most useful in supporting you to teach financial literacy and why? hands on tasks
How would you rate the change in your own understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt, prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
Can you share any standout moments or student reactions while using the kit? A welcome change from chromebooks
How have conversations in your classroom changed over the course of teaching this kit? Students are more aware of correct terminology
How would you rate the change in your students understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
How useful would you say the kit was at extending students overall financial literacy?
Completely useless
Somewhat useful
Extremely useful
“An excellent resource that assisted students make real life decisions and consider their financial goals.”
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Posted 3 months ago
Varsha K
Verified Reviewer
Understanding compound interest (what it is and how it works) is a big part of this kit. What percentage of your students demonstrated a clear understanding of the power of compound interest by the end of the learning? 60%-75%
How easy did your students find the Sorted Calculators to use?
Difficult
Easy enough
Very easy
Which part/s of the kit did you find the most useful in supporting you to teach financial literacy and why? Hand-off approach, taking time off the digital screen
How would you rate the change in your own understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt, prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
Can you share any standout moments or student reactions while using the kit? Most students were engaged in the activity.
How have conversations in your classroom changed over the course of teaching this kit? Not sure
How would you rate the change in your students understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
How useful would you say the kit was at extending students overall financial literacy?
Completely useless
Somewhat useful
Extremely useful
“The “Dear 13 Year Old Me” page on the School Kit website is highly effective: it clearly outlines the resource’s purpose, structure, and benefits, making it easy for teachers to understand how it works while showcasing its innovative, reflective, and hands-on approach to teaching financial literacy.”
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Posted 3 months ago
Cheryl W
Verified Reviewer
Understanding compound interest (what it is and how it works) is a big part of this kit. What percentage of your students demonstrated a clear understanding of the power of compound interest by the end of the learning? 30%-45%
How easy did your students find the Sorted Calculators to use?
Difficult
Easy enough
Very easy
Which part/s of the kit did you find the most useful in supporting you to teach financial literacy and why? Scenarios were really helpful! and most definitely the sorted calculators.
How would you rate the change in your own understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt, prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
Can you share any standout moments or student reactions while using the kit? When my students could make connections between tax and earnings - very interesting conversations
How have conversations in your classroom changed over the course of teaching this kit? Students can use the vocabulary and are beginning to understand the key concepts
How would you rate the change in your students understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
How useful would you say the kit was at extending students overall financial literacy?
Completely useless
Somewhat useful
Extremely useful
“Dear 13 Year Old me was used with a Year 9/10 social studies class. The students were engaged in the programme and the resources were spot on. I wish I had done a better job with it :)”
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Posted 3 months ago
Jim H
Verified Reviewer
Understanding compound interest (what it is and how it works) is a big part of this kit. What percentage of your students demonstrated a clear understanding of the power of compound interest by the end of the learning? >75%
How easy did your students find the Sorted Calculators to use?
Difficult
Easy enough
Very easy
Which part/s of the kit did you find the most useful in supporting you to teach financial literacy and why? All of the resources provided
How would you rate the change in your own understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt, prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
Can you share any standout moments or student reactions while using the kit? When you see students realise early investment is key.
How have conversations in your classroom changed over the course of teaching this kit? Yes it has got conversation flowing.
How would you rate the change in your students understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
How useful would you say the kit was at extending students overall financial literacy?
Completely useless
Somewhat useful
Extremely useful
“Great resource. Lots of detailed activities with good instructions.”
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Posted 3 months ago
Anonymous
Verified Reviewer
Understanding compound interest (what it is and how it works) is a big part of this kit. What percentage of your students demonstrated a clear understanding of the power of compound interest by the end of the learning? 60%-75%
How easy did your students find the Sorted Calculators to use?
Difficult
Easy enough
Very easy
Which part/s of the kit did you find the most useful in supporting you to teach financial literacy and why? Students especially enjoyed the role-play using the envelopes provided. Each group received an envelope and worked through real-life scenarios.
How would you rate the change in your own understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt, prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
Can you share any standout moments or student reactions while using the kit? They were really shocked when they realize they are big spenders and were spending more than they earned.
How have conversations in your classroom changed over the course of teaching this kit? Students also realised that saving isn’t always straightforward, sometimes you can lose money when taking high-risk options.
How would you rate the change in your students understanding of compound interest, KiwiSaver and debt prior to engaging with this kit?
No change
Understand some more
Understand a lot more
How useful would you say the kit was at extending students overall financial literacy?
Completely useless
Somewhat useful
Extremely useful
“I used this resource with my Year 9 and 10 Maths classes, and it was very effective. The activities were interactive and engaging, which kept students interested throughout the lessons. They especially enjoyed exploring how interest works and learning practical ways they could start saving. Overall, it was a great resource that connected mathematical concepts to real-life financial skills.”
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Posted 3 months ago
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