They say data will talk to you if you're willing to listen. What do NGPF's users have to say about how they use Data Crunches in their classroom?

Earlier in the year, we asked teachers how they use NGPF's Question of the Day. With NGPF's Data Crunch activities receiving a recent round of updates, we wanted to highlight some of the ways teachers are using these unique resources! 

Here are some of our favorite submissions from teachers on how they use Data Crunch activities:

• Jumpstart student engagement as bell ringers or discussion starters
  

• Build anticipation by scheduling them on a regular basis

• Introduce specific topics with data that can help conceptualize future learning

• Encourage deeper thinking and gauge depth of knowledge

• High quality, easy-to-implement sub resources
  

Thank you to all of the educators who shared their ideas with us! If you'd like to join the conversation, join the group at FinLit Fanatics!

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About the Author

Ryan Wood

Ryan is the Partnerships and Adoption Manager for Next Gen Personal Finance’s midwest region. He brings his experience as a former teacher, curriculum designer, and sales and marketing professional to state organizations and school districts in supporting the implementation of their personal financial education efforts. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and earned his teaching credential from Saint Mary’s University in Winona, Minnesota. He proudly taught at two rural high schools in Wisconsin before transitioning to curriculum design at NGPF, and is now excited to be on the front lines in delivering the best possible financial education in the midwest. He and his wife have three beautiful daughters, each of which inspire him to share the impact of being sound financial stewards both at home and as lifelong learners.