The video games boosting kids’ financial literacy
The video games boosting kids’ financial literacy
The video games boosting kids’ financial literacy
June 21, 2024
Summary
Recent ING research highlights that while traditional financial education methods can be confusing and boring for many Australians, 71% believe gaming offers an effective alternative for learning about finances. Nearly 40% of Aussie gamers say digital games have improved their saving habits, and 58% would prefer games designed to enhance financial literacy. Popular games like The Sims, Minecraft, and Financial Football are noted for teaching skills such as saving, budgeting, and investing. Gen Z, in particular, finds gaming an engaging way to learn financial concepts, with many expressing a willingness to use such games for their children’s financial education.
Reference
The video games boosting kids’ financial literacy. (2024, June 21). Theeducatoronline.com; The Educator K/12. https://www.theeducatoronline.com/k12/news/the-video-games-boosting-kids-financial-literacy/284974