PFLE.SS.7.A
Compare and contrast sources of credit such as banks, merchants, peer-to-peer, payday loans, and title loans.
Personal Financial Literacy and Economics · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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sources of creditbanksmerchantspeer-to-peer loanspayday loanstitle loans
Skills
- compare (sources of credit) #dok2
- contrast (sources of credit) #dok2
- identify (characteristics of credit sources) #dok1
- analyze (advantages and disadvantages of credit sources) #dok3
- evaluate (when a source of credit might be appropriate) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify different sources of credit such as banks, merchants, peer-to-peer, payday loans, and title loans. #dok1
- I can compare and contrast banks, merchants, peer-to-peer, payday loans, and title loans as sources of credit. #dok2
- I can analyze the advantages and disadvantages of each type of credit source. #dok3
- I can evaluate scenarios to determine which source of credit is most appropriate for a specific need. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Choosing a source of credit involves weighing the costs, risks, and benefits of each option.
- Not all sources of credit are equally safe or affordable; understanding the differences helps consumers make wise decisions.
Essential Questions
- What are the main sources of credit available to consumers?
- How do banks, merchants, peer-to-peer lenders, payday lenders, and title loan providers differ?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of each source of credit?
- In what situations might one source of credit be a better choice than another?
- How can understanding the risks of various credit sources protect consumers from financial harm?