Overview
This resource is a guide for middle-school teachers to set up and run a great career day. It has steps to plan the day, tips to make events go smoothly and a built-in process for feedback. It contains preparation and reflection handouts along with a two-part, 50-minute lesson plan.
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
Career Days 101: Prep & Practice Quick-Start Guide | Describes the curriculum and how to use it
Career Days 101: Prep & Practice Lesson Plan | Contains one 50-minute plan designed for middle school students
Career Days 101: Prep & Practice Preparation Activity | Provides a brief research activity for students to prepare
Career Days 101: Prep & Practice Student Reflection | 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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