Curated OER
Employment Soft Skills: EL Civics
Help your English learners with their conversational and occupational skills in this presentation. A phone conversation between an employee (Sandy) and her boss (Mr. Williams) demonstrates English conversation procedures, as well as...
Curated OER
Rules For Succeeding At Work
Learners discuss and list examples of work ethic and job motivation. Appropriate dress for different job types is discussed as well as proper work etiquette including absenteeism and tardiness. Students create rules for succeeding at...
Curated OER
Dietician - Nutritionist
There are so many different career opportunities in the health care field. Have learners explore what it takes to be a dietician or a nutritionist. They'll view a PowerPoint on each occupation and take mini-quizzes while they watch. A...
Curated OER
Coming Full Circle
Students develop and design their own clothing line in this Visual Arts activity about the intricacies of the fashion world. Emphasis is placed upon current and vintage designs, famous designers, and the development of individual design...
Curated OER
Mussel Movements
Students consider the impact of invasive species on local environments. In this ecology lesson, watch the video, Arizona Wildlife Views, which focuses on invasive species. Students develop vocabulary, relate to meaningful comprehension...
Other
Isaca: A Young Professional's Guide to Career Success Using Soft Skills
Learn about the importance of soft skills such as communication, self confidence and work ethic, along with the reasons these skills are highly desired by employers.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Career Gates: Soft Skills
Soft Skills highlights the skills employees need to be successful. These include communication, eye contact, listening, teamwork, positive attitude, proper handshake, professional appearance and respect. Soft skills are the abilities to...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Why Tech Needs the Humanities
On the TED stage, Eric Berridge shares why tech companies should look beyond STEM graduates for new hires and how people with backgrounds in the arts and humanities can bring creativity and insight to technical workplaces.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Life Sciences Quiz
Take an interactive, multiple choice quiz over life science careers. After completing the quiz, check your score, and then revisit any incorrect question for further review.