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What is Morningstar?
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Research: Module 1
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Education: Module 2
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Guidance: Module 3
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Getting Started
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Education: Module 2

Nationwide Retirement Solutions couples enhanced educational materials with Morningstar Guidance Online's concise, comprehensive and easy-to-read articles covering a broad range of investment topics.

Interactive tools to direct you toward the topics that you will find most useful, including:

5-Minute Guide. This section was designed for people who say, "I don't have time to read about investments." It covers all the basics—from why you should participate in a deferred compensation plan, to investment concepts like risk, return, and asset allocation. Links to detailed coverage let you set your own course for finding out more about specific topics. It makes a terrific starting point for those who have never invested before and provides a refresher for more experienced investors.

Key Questions and Concerns. Guidance Online asks which of 22 investment concerns apply to you—from "I'm about to get married. What do I do with my investments?" to "I'm retiring soon and I don't have much money saved." For each question, we provide a solution with a customized reading list covering topics that you should know more about. It also includes a checklist that outlines each step you should take to meet your needs and track progress.

Custom Course. Answer questions about your age, marital status, number of children, and other lifestyle issues to determine which educational articles are most likely to interest you. At the end of the quiz, you get a customized reading list, which outlines key areas where you may want further education.

Toolbox. These interactive calculators help you visualize complex topics like the power of compounding, and how to choose the right IRA. They're linked to educational articles that provide more detail about these topics.

Browsing Room. For those who want to take control of your own educational process, a full list of our investment topics is provided, with links to every item.