Overview
This resource helps middle and high school educators plan a guest speaker visit. It is adaptable for in-person visits or online guest speakers.
Learning Objectives
Students will be able to:
Recognize and articulate the roles and requirements of various professions.
Correlate classroom teachings with real-world professional scenarios.
Develop foundational soft skills, including communication, networking and effective interpersonal interaction.
Reflect and assess students’ potential career aspirations based on the day’s insights.
Engage in meaningful interactions with professionals, seeking advice and understanding industry expectations.
Included Materials
Inviting a Guest Speaker Quick-Start Guide | Describes the curriculum and how to use it
Inviting a Guest Speaker Lesson Plan | Contains two 50-minute plans designed for middle and high school students
Inviting a Guest Speaker Reflection Activity | Contains a handout for student reflection
Additional External Resources
CCL Career Day: Letters for Educators | Contains four different letter templates teachers can use
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