Coins in The Classroom

A Professional Development Course for Teachers 

The mission of the American Numismatic Association is to educate and encourage the study
and collecting of money and related items as a way to better understand our
culture, art, science, and history. To help accomplish this goal, the ANA has
designed a professional development course targeted for educators entitled Coins in the Classroom.

Teachers enrolled in Coins
in the Classroom are taught to use coins as a vehicle to improve and expand
upon their already existing daily lessons. Coins have proven to be excellent
educational tools because all children are familiar with coins and their
everyday use. A wealth of supplies, along with lessons that meet many
state standards are included. Teachers will complete assignments and earn a certificate
of completion. Graduate credit can be obtained for educators who are interested
in credits towards recertification.

No prior experience with coin collecting is necessary. Coins in the Classroom does not show
teachers and their students how to become hobbyists; rather the purpose of the
course is to provide concrete materials and practical strategies resulting in
creative and confident educators.