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K–12 Standards

Grade 4

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Consumer Decisions

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    Enduring Knowledge - Understandings

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      fundamental economic concepts are important for consumer decision-making.

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      consumer decisions are influenced by economic and social factors.

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      values have a role in making consumer decisions.

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      consumer actions (e.g., reusing, reducing, recycling) influence the use of resources and impact the environment.

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      an individual has multiple life roles that impact responsibility to be a valuable family and community member.

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    Skills and Concepts

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      investigate economic concepts and why they are important for consumer decisions by:<ul><li> examining how individuals and families make choices to satisfy needs and wants as they relate to consumer decisions</li><li>explain bartering, and how money makes it easier for people to get things they want</li><li>determining ways in which goods and services used by families impact the environment</li></ul>

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      describe how culture, media and technology can influence consumer decisions by:<ul><li> comparing and evaluating products and services based on major factors (e.g., price, quality, features) when making consumer decisions</li><li>describing how different types of media, technology and advertising impact the family and consumer decision-making</li><li>identify ways in which consumer decisions (e.g., buying and selling) affect families and friends</li></ul>

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      identify ways that individuals have rights and responsibilities as a consumer

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      evaluate consumer actions (e.g., reusing, reducing, recycling) and how they influence the use of resources and impact the environment by:<ul><li> describing how consumption, conservation, and waste management practices are related</li><li>identifying ways the physical environment is related to individual and community health</li></ul>

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      examine individual, family, and community roles and responsibilities by:<ul><li> investigating a variety of resources (e.g., current events, surveys, children's magazines) and explain ways in which consumers are addressing the effects of renewable resources on the environment</li><li>describing jobs carried out by people at school and in the community that support success in school</li></ul>

Financial Literacy

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    Enduring Knowledge - Understandings

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      management of financial resources is needed to meet goals of individuals and families.

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      budgets are a basic component in making financial decisions.

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      various services are provided by financial institutions (e.g., banks, credit unions).

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    Skills and Concepts

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      explain how financial management is needed to meet goals of individuals and families by:<ul><li> identifying goals pertaining to money that might affect individuals and families</li><li>describing different ways to save and invest money (e.g., piggy bank, local bank, savings bonds)</li></ul>

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      define credit and how it can be used to make purchases

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      explain the purpose of a budget and define the basic components (income, expenses, savings)

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      investigate basic services (e.g., deposits, check cashing) provided by financial institutions (e.g., banks, credit unions)

Career Awareness, Exploration, Planning

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    Enduring Knowledge - Understandings

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      people need to work to meet basic needs.

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      a variety of career choices are available in planning for job/careers.

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      the connection between work and academics can influence one's future job/career.

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      individual and societal needs can impact future jobs/careers.

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      self-knowledge is an important part of the career planning process.

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    Skills and Concepts

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      explain why people need to work (e.g., chores, jobs, employment) to meet basic needs (e.g., food, clothing, shelter)

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      recognize that the roles of individuals at home, in the workplace, and in the community are constantly changing

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      investigate the connection between work and learning and how it can influence one's future job/career by:<ul><li> explaining different jobs/careers that use what they learn in school (mathematics, reading/writing, science, social studies) impacts future jobs/careers</li><li>describing work done by school personnel and other individuals in the community</li></ul>

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      evaluate how individual and societal needs can impact future jobs/careers by:<ul><li> recognizing how career choices may change as a person matures</li><li>examining and grouping careers in clusters</li></ul>

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      recognize self-knowledge (e.g., interests, abilities) is helpful when selecting and preparing for a career path and that unique interests may lead to career choices

Employability Skills

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    Enduring Knowledge - Understandings

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      interpersonal skills are needed to be a responsible friend, family and team member.

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      attitudes and work habits contribute to success at home, school and work.

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      academics contribute to obtaining and succeeding in employment.

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    Skills and Concepts

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      explain how interpersonal skills are needed to be a responsible friend, family and team member by:<ul><li> identifying ways to cooperate at both home and school</li><li>learning the importance of developing good team skills (e.g., cooperation, communication) and explain how these skills are used to complete tasks</li><li>demonstrating how to work cooperatively by contributing ideas, suggestions and efforts</li></ul>

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      describe how attitudes and work habits contribute to success at home, school and work by:<ul><li> describing study skills needed in school</li><li>developing personal responsibilities for their own learning and behaviors</li><li>explaining how effective communication skills (e.g., reading, writing, speaking, and listening) impacts work-related situations and give examples for success at home, school and work</li><li>learning how to follow routines (e.g., rules, schedules, directions) with minimal supervision</li><li>identifying consequences for actions when disobeying rules and routines</li><li>identifying the importance of developing good work habits</li></ul>

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      examine potential job/careers in the community

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      identify how employability skills prepare them for obtaining and maintaining employment

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      identify ways academics can impact success in employment

Communication/Technology

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    Enduring Knowledge - Understandings

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      technology skills can enhance learning and impact productivity at home, school and the workplace.

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      communication skills is essential for jobs/careers.

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    Skills and Concepts

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      explore how technology is used in different jobs/careers

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      investigate how technology in school and at work enhances learning and provide access to information and resources by:<ul><li> explain how technology tools (e.g., computer programs, Internet, email, cell phones) are used in homes, schools and jobs</li></ul>

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      identify ways written communication skills are used at school and in the workplace

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 4
When were these standards adopted?
2010
Where can I read the official document?
Kentucky Core Academic Standards - Vocational Studies

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