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BizWiz is an interdisciplinary program from The BizWorld Foundation that teaches students critical thinking, collaboration and life skills -- all in alignment with Common Core State Standards. During the BizWiz program, teams of students: Apply for jobs (Traders, Analysts, Controller, or Managing Director) Set financial goals Understand risk vs. return Analyze various asset classes and risk tolerance Invest in stock, bonds, venture capital, collectibles, real estate, CDs and insurance Interpret economic forecasts Graph market trends Experience simulated market fluctuation Engage in sessions with other teams

"Where technology does have a positive impact is when it actively engages students, when it's used as a communication tool, when it's used for things like simulations or games that enable students to actively manipulate the environment."