Lesson 7: The Stock Market
Students will understand what the stock market is. They will understand what drives the market and why stock prices fluctuate. They will be able to interpret a stock quote.
Pre-Lesson Survey
Getting Started in the Stock Market
Your Experience in the Stock Market
The Difference Between Investing and Speculating
Scenario: Is Alex Investing or Speculating?
Speculative Bubbles
Post-Lesson Question: Investing and Speculating
Stock Indices
Measuring Index Performance
What is a Stock Quote?
Breaking Down a Stock Quote
Stock Quote Explained: Sections 1 and 2
Reading a Company's Name, Ticker, and Prices
Stock Quote Explained: Section 3
Understanding Performance Indicators
Stock Quote Explained: Section 4
Reading a Candlestick Chart
Recap: The Four Sections of a Stock Quote
Reading Stock Quotes: Putting it All Together
Conclusion