In this section, you will be introduced to the foundational interface and logic of Microsoft Excel. Weāve designed this module to ensure the “how-to” of the software doesn’t block you from the “why” of the financial analysis. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this section, you will be able to navigate the Excel interface and…
Learning Support This learning resource focuses on introducing project evaluation and financial modeling to Grade 12 students who may have little prior experience with financial analysis or spreadsheet tools. To support this, we adopt a constructivist and inquiry-based learning approach, where students actively build their understanding by working through financial scenarios rather than simply memorizing…
The technologies used in this learning resource were selected to support conceptual understanding of economics and applied financial modeling skills. These technologies are accessible to all Grade 12 learners taking part in this asynchronous course. WordPress WordPress acts as the central platform for hosting the course modules. It allows lessons, resources, and assignments to be…
For this weekās reflection, I looked at the YouTube video āHow to Create Charts and Graphs in Microsoft Excel ā Quick and Simpleā by Teachers Tech. The video walks through the basics of creating charts in Excel, starting with a simple dataset and eventaully towards customizing visual outputs. This introductory tutorial connects well to our…
Reducing Technical Friction through Inclusive Design In our groupās interactive learning resource on Project Evaluation, the most significant barrier for many students may not come from learning the economics and financial models, but from navigating a new platform such as Microsoft Excel. For students who are still developing basic computer and dashboard skills, opening Excel…
Inquiry-based learning is an educational approach that shifts the focus from “what to think” to “how to think”, which encourages students to engage in problem-solving through exploration and high-level questioning. Rooted in constructivism, this method views learning as a dynamic, social process where learners base their learning on their prior knowledge and interactions. Inquiry-based learning…
Prompt: Share a story about your best learning experience. Why did you enjoy it? / Describe an example from your life of when you were taught using one or more of the methods described in the reading. When I think about my most significant learning experience, my first thought is what I learned during my…