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Lesson Plan
California Department of Education

Studying for Careers

For Teachers 5th Standards
A instructional activity bridges the connection between studying and careers. Scholars complete a vocabulary worksheet in preparation for a discussion on study habits and career skills. Learners fill out another worksheet to identify...
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Lesson Plan
California Department of Education

Learning About Myself

For Teachers 5th Standards
After completing an interest survey, peers group together based on similar likes. They work collaboratively to create a poster that highlights their interests. Groups share their finished products with the class. 
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Lesson Plan
California Department of Education

Name That Job!

For Teachers 5th Standards
Following a brief video, two teams play against each other to read clues from a card and guess which occupation it describes. The team that guesses the most correctly wins. A quick-write poses several questions about one's dream job.
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Lesson Plan
Health Smart Virginia

Health Careers

For Teachers 10th
Scholars select a health and/or medical science career and, using various sources, research to find out as much as they can about what the job involves. They research the kind of education and training required and the cost of that...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Careers in Department of Transportation

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Cars, planes, and trains, oh my! Using the informative resource, scholars expand their knowledge about transportation-related careers. As a culminating activity, pupils research and present on a chosen agency within the Department of...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

The FFA Creed and Song

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners memorize the first sentence in each paragraph of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) creed. Once memorized, they complete a worksheet on the FFA creed before reciting the lyrics in rap form. 
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

It Takes Teamwork!

For Teachers 7th - 8th Standards
Using the collaborative resource, learners view a PowerPoint about teamwork, taking notes and discussing what makes an effective leader. They then engage in a fun activity to see which group can build the tallest structure using...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Dress for Success

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Dress to impress! Scholars view a PowerPoint, take notes, and complete a KWL chart to learn about appropriate attire for a job interview. Next, pupils design posters featuring a five-day wardrobe for an individual within a chosen career...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

It's My life

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Let's peek into the future. Using the helpful resource, scholars complete a KWHL chart to set personal goals and complete a lifestyle timeline. Next, pupils develop an eight-year plan that includes steps for achieving their career goals. 
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Career Investigations

For Teachers 7th - 8th
So many jobs, so little time. Using the informative resource, scholars watch videos and view a PowerPoint to explore career opportunities in hospitality, education, and human services. Individuals then conduct research on a chosen career...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Where Do I Fit In?

For Teachers 7th - 8th
It's time to explore career options! Pupils view a PowerPoint presentation about the steps necessary to participate in various career and educational opportunities. Next, they create online presentations related to the topic before...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Let’s Look at Professional Associations

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Discover the benefits of professional associations. Learners explore professional organizations affiliated with a career pathway, completing a KWHL chart and viewing a PowerPoint along the way. To finish, they create an online poster for...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Success in Professional Careers

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Keep climbing the ladder to success. Scholars explore the topic of success in professional careers by viewing a PowerPoint, completing a KWHL chart, and participating in a role-playing activity. Next, they create a public service...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Suggested Career Cluster Activities

For Teachers 7th - 8th
The sky's the limit! Scholars investigate career opportunities within a chosen career cluster. Depending on the pathway they select, they may conduct research, create a presentation, volunteer, or start a campaign ... the opportunities...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

College and Career Readiness - The Adventure Starts Here!

For Teachers 7th - 8th
It's never too soon to prepare for the future. With a PowerPoint presentation and class discussion, young scholars learn about the importance of preparing for their academic futures. Pupils then embark on a career research project,...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Investigating Careers - Sign Me Up!

For Teachers 7th - 8th Standards
Extra, extra, learn all about it! Students view posters, brochures, and other resources to discover the extracurricular activities offered in the school and community. They also write a self-reflection sharing their knowledge about the...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Résumé Writing for Teens

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Writing a resume is as easy as 1-2-3. Teens learn the basics of resume writing by viewing a PowerPoint and completing a KWL chart. Next, they type and submit their resumes. 
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Show Yourself Off - Write a Résumé!

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Chronological or functional? Class members learn about the different types of resumes and then use a template to complete a draft resume. Next, they create, save, and print a professional resume. 
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Developing a Résumé

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Let's take a walk ... a gallery walk! Scholars view a PowerPoint and engage in discussion to learn about the importance of having a good resume. Next, they create their own resumes and present their work during a gallery walk. 
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Investigating Careers Using O*NET

For Teachers 7th - 8th Standards
Let's investigate! Scholars use the O*NET website to investigate career options and complete a scavenger hunt. They also embark on an in-depth career project, researching three careers and then preparing a cover letter, resume, letter of...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Investigating Careers in Government and Public Administration

For Teachers 7th - 8th Standards
Alert the Secret Service! Following a class discussion, scholars create a poster displaying jobs within the government and public administration fields. Additionally, learners complete a worksheet based on their research about government...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Investigating Careers - Careers in Marketing Strategy

For Teachers 7th - 8th
The biggest balloon wins! Pupils play a balloon race game, answering questions about careers in business and marketing while blowing air into balloons. Additionally, scholars research two similar companies to study their marketing...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Investigating Careers in Human Resources

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Recruitment, payroll, benefits, training ... human resources personnel wear many hats! Pupils research career opportunities within the HR pathway. After researching the job responsibilities, they complete a handout answering questions...
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Lesson Plan
Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Careers in BMAC using MAPP

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Let's get down to business. Using the professional resource, pupils identify and explore careers in the field of business management. After taking an online career assessment, they research information about a chosen career.