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The objective of the DVD is to open discussion.
It has not been designed to provide technical guidance or solutions but to build an awareness of the dangers of debt and to help "Achieve Economic Well-Being." Developed as a series of interviews, the DVD can be used to support presentations or group discussions that cover a wide audience range from 11 to 18+.
Contents
The first four interviews are designed to illustrate the different attitudes young people have towards money and to illsutrate the importance of avoiding debt. the final interview looks at Brian who is facing bankruptcy. |
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Age |
Duration |
Key Issues |
| Peter |
11 |
4 mins |
First Bank Account, Pocket Money, Stealing |
| Melanie |
15 |
2 mins 30 secs |
Part time work, Bullying, Alcohol |
| Steven |
18 |
3 mins 45 secs |
University, Student loan & debts, Future employment |
| Jenny |
18 |
3 mins 30 secs |
Part Ttime work, credit and store cards, owning a car, running own home |
| Brian |
34 |
8 mins 30 secs |
Facing Bankruptcy |
Each of the interviews concludes with Key Questions that can be put to the group. The pack also includes a CD with support material created under WORD so that you can customise material. The support items include full transcripts, ideas of exercises, additional facts, contact web sites etc.
... effective money management is a vital skill for young people to develop... all must have access to a planned and coherent programme of personal finance education so that they leave with the skills and confidence to manage their money well."
Department for Children, Schools and Families
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