Lesson
ROI of Training
Summary
Borrowing $80,000 for a $35,000 starting salary isn't ambition — it's a math problem with bad answers. This lesson explores how to weigh education costs against future earnings and avoid student loan traps that can derail young adults.
Bellringer: Ranking Training Costs
- Students rank 5 training options from least to most expensive.
- Reveal answers and discuss surprises.
Instruction
- Define ROI and walk through the formula.
- Cover student loan types, federal limits, interest, and the two borrowing rules.
Discussion: When Is the Degree Worth It?
- Debate when a $100K degree pays off vs. backfires.
- Brainstorm ways to improve ROI on any training path.
Activity: Career Field Quiz & Exploration
- Students take the Career Field Quiz.
- Complete the Career Exploration worksheet for one matched career.
Wrap-Up & Assessment
- Define ROI for education.
- How much should you take out in student loans?
| Est. Time | Activity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 7 min | Bellringer: Ranking Training Costs |
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| 10 min | Instruction |
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| 10 min | Discussion: When Is the Degree Worth It? |
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| 15 min | Activity: Career Field Quiz & Exploration |
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| 3 min | Wrap-Up & Assessment |
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Lesson Prep
Career Field Quiz
Students match their interests to career fields through a personalized quiz.
Career Exploration Worksheet
Students research and compare three careers of interest.
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