Teaching the New Tools of Monetary Policy
Resources for teaching the Fed's monetary policy tools in an ample-reserves framework.
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Alexander Hamilton & Central Banking
OVERVIEW
Alexander Hamilton didn't just lend his name to the hit Broadway musical, but he was the voice behind the idea of central banking in the United States. Step back into the late 1700s to learn more about his impact on the United States.
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MODULES
31-45 MIN
Making Sense of the Federal Reserve
Introduce the structure of the Federal Reserve and the basics of monetary policy.
INFOGRAPHICS & COMICS
Fiscal & Monetary Policy
Define fiscal and monetary policy and highlight their differences.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Lecture Guide: How the Federal Reserve Implements Monetary Policy
This lesson teaches how the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) conducts monetary policy.
AUDIO Q&A
Econ Lowdown Podcast Series
21 Economics audio assignments for your classroom
READING Q&A
16-30 MIN
Jargon Alert: Helicopter Money
Learn about a tool to stimulate economies and fight deflationary pressures.
