A Peer-Led Teaching Model for Improving Financial Literacy Among Elementary and Middle School Children

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Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of a peer led teaching model to improve personal financial knowledge of elementary and middle school children. One hundred and fifty two students (9-13 years of age and in grades 4-7) participated in the study. The teens who conducted the workshops were trained juniors and seniors in high school. The students completed a 10-item multiple choice questionnaire prior to and after a series of 4 workshops. The peer tutors conducted four workshops over a period of one month at the schools. Paired t-test showed that there were significant differences in the level of overall financial literacy knowledge, earning income, and savings (p < .001), pre and post workshops.

Authors

• J.D Jayaraman, New Jersey City University

• Saigeetha Jambunathan, New Jersey City University

• ADITHI JAYARAMAN, Ed Gift Foundation

• Keerthi Jayaraman, EdGift Foundation