Technology Guides

Technology Guides
The Technology section of the SMG Corner provides you with technical guides that teach you how to perform your Stock Market Game coordinator duties using our SMG Coordinator Administration site, including answers to FAQs from teachers and students. If you do not see what you need, please write Dario Stipisic at dstipisic@sifma.org or call 212-313-1341.
SMG Guide to the Coordinator Administrative Site	This is an essential document for new SMG Coordinators and a convenient reference for seasoned Coordinators. It includes updates to the system and its functionality through the Spring 2012 semester.
Quick Guide to the SMG Coordinator Administrative Site	The Quick Guide defines essential terms for successful navigation of the SMG Coordinator Administration Site. It is a single double-sided document suitable to hang on message boards for convenient access.
Anatomy of an SMG Trade	This flowchart illustrates the steps involved in processing an SMG trade in both Real-Time and End-of-Day options.
Dividends in SMG	This document addresses how dividends are handled in the SMG by first discussing how two categories of dividends are handled in real life, then listing the implications for SMG participants.
Frequently Asked Questions	This document lists the most commonly asked questions from teachers, along with their answers.
Rogue Stocks	This document explains what "rogue stocks" are, how coordinators can check for them and how the 7-day rule works to minimize their affects during the SMG session.
S&P 500 Rankings (Word)	This document explains what the S&P 500 is and how it is used to calculate portfolio rankings in SMG.
Troubleshooting	This document provides some fundamental assistance with self-diagnosing issues accessing the SMG system.