Midterm Project: “Building a Foundation for Success: Health & Wellness, Financial Literacy, Information Literacy, and Memory”
Objective:
To demonstrate understanding and application of key concepts learned in the areas of health & wellness, financial literacy, information literacy, and memory through a minimum of 8 – 10 PowerPoint slides.
Project Requirements:
Minimum of 8 slides (not including the title and references slides)
Each section (health & wellness, financial literacy, information literacy, memory) must be covered in detail
Use of visuals such as charts, graphs, images, and diagrams
Include real-life applications and examples
Proper citations and references in APA format
Slide Breakdown:
Title Slide
Project Title
Student’s Name
Course Title
Date
Introduction Slide
Brief overview of the four key topics
Importance of each area in everyday life
Health & Wellness
Define health & wellness
Key components: physical, mental, emotional, and social health
Strategies for maintaining health & wellness
Examples of healthy habits (e.g., regular exercise, balanced diet, mindfulness practices)
Visuals: Infographics on benefits of regular exercise, balanced diet
Financial Literacy
Define financial literacy
Importance of managing personal finances
Key concepts: budgeting, saving, investing, and credit management
Real-life applications: Creating a budget, understanding credit scores, basics of investing
Visuals: Budgeting chart, credit score infographic
Information Literacy
Define information literacy
Importance in academic and professional settings
Steps to becoming information literate: Identifying, locating, evaluating, and using information effectively
Real-life applications: Research for academic papers, evaluating online sources
Visuals: Diagram of information literacy process, examples of reliable vs. unreliable sources
Memory
Define memory and its importance particularly as it relates to studying
Types of memory: short-term, long-term, and working memory
Techniques to enhance memory: mnemonic devices, spaced repetition, active learning
Real-life applications: Studying for exams, retaining information for work tasks
Visuals: Diagram of memory types, example of mnemonic device
Integration and Application
How health & wellness, financial literacy, information literacy, and memory are interconnected for you
Real-life scenario showcasing the integration (e.g., how good health impacts memory and financial decisions)
Strategies for incorporating these skills into daily life
Conclusion
Recap of key points from each section
The overall impact of mastering these skills on personal and professional growth
References Slide
List all sources used in APA format
Assessment Criteria:
Completeness and accuracy of information
Clarity and organization of slides
Use of visuals to enhance understanding
Real-life applications and examples
Proper citation and referencing
