Shopping SmartModule 1:Being a Responsible Consumer

Being a Responsible Consumer

Student Consumer Awareness

Consumer Rights and Responsibilities

Student Consumer Awareness

In order to make responsible purchasing choices:

• Consumers need:– To obtain information– To know how to use information

• Consumers must:– Be able to manage financial resources– Compare and evaluate competing products

and services

Exercise 1.1: Ratings of Main Consumer “Hot” Topics

Child Labor (sweatshops)

Beef Testing

Cell Phone Service

Identity Theft

Car Tire Safety Standards

Dietary Supplements

Email Spam

Environmental Recycling

Internet Fraud

Amusement Park Safety

Consumer RightsConsumers have the right to:• Safety• Be informed• Choose• Be heard• Satisfaction of basic needs• Redress• Consumer education• A healthy environment

Exercise 1.2: Consumer Tips and Responsibilities