Since 1962, Thirteen has asked the big questions. By doing so, it encourages viewers to ask illuminating questions of themselves and their world. This is the vision that drives the non-commercial, educational, inspiring public television that Thirteen provides.

Each year, Thirteen shares its vision with millions of viewers in the New York, New Jersey, Connecticut tri-state area and - via the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) - with people in every corner of the United States. By combining the classic power of public television production, the amazing possibilities of the Internet, pioneering educational projects, and concerned community outreach initiatives, Thirteen continually finds new ways for television to be a positive force in society.

Thirteen/WNET New York (New York’s local PBS station) has created What's Up in Finance? With this award-winning television program, a robust Web site has been created specifically for educators and their students. This Educator’s section tackles four key financial concepts: financial management, credit, risk, and interest. What's Up in Finance? is produced by Thirteen/WNET New York and made possible by The Moody's Foundation.

The half-hour reality show hosted by Kwame Jackson (from season one of The Apprentice), that features teens and twenty-somethings using their money smarts -- and the help of finance professionals -- to work toward financial independence. In segment one, "Moving Out," Eddie Romero, a junior college student and aspiring musician, figures out how to plan for his financial future after moving into his own apartment. "Green Chic" showcases up-and-coming fashion designer Anna Cohen of Portland, Oregon, and her efforts to keep her start-up company -- and her dream of ecologically-friendly fashion -- afloat financially. "The Dealmakers" follows two teams of students from Nashville, Tennessee, as they compete in a simulation of a multi-billion dollar business deal.

Along with the award-winning television program, a robust Web site has been created specifically for educators and their students. This Educator’s section tackles four key financial concepts: financial management, credit, risk, and interest. The four online lesson plans are comprehensive and media-rich, engaging students directly with downloadable video segments and interactive Web resources. The downloadable Teacher's Guide offers several additional stand-alone activities that can be accomplished in one or more class periods. All the resources have been designed for immediate use in middle and high school classrooms, and adhere to national learning standards.

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What’s Up In Finance?