| Lesson Four: "THE CONNECTION CORNER"
Grade Level(s): 8-12 Subject(s): All Learner Outcomes: |
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Time Frame:
3 class periods with 3 weeks to complete projects
***Students will maintain and update "The Connection Corner" throughout
the year.***
Materials:
Computer with Internet access, word processor, desktop publishing
software, paper, art supplies and calculators.
| Technology Tools/Courseware:
Computer with Internet capability, scanner, digital camera, and copier |
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Teacher Notes:
* The instructor must be computer literate and Internet trained. A good review site is www.learnthenet.com. Knowledge of word processing and desktop publishing is essential.
* The student must be in compliance with the LEA's Acceptable Use Policy and Consent/Waiver Form http://wvde.state.wv.us/policies/. Prior training on computer use and the Internet is preferable, specifically word processing and desktop publishing.
* Teachers in different subject areas will collaborate in planning,
preparing, and executing this assignment.
| Procedures: |
- Social Studies—The student will use online newspapers to research employment ads in several local and national newspapers through www.yahoo.com or other search. Using the information obtained, he will create a help wanted ad and a situation wanted ad for an occupation of personal interest. The ad will be included in a student produced "Careers Wanted" newsletter created with appropriate software.
- LA—The student will use online research tools, and other reference materials, to create an overview (education, job skills/duties, salary, etc.) of a career of personal interest to be included in a student produced brochure or newsletter.
- Math—The student will survey his peers to determine career interests for potential exploration, field trips, and career fair participants. Each student will create and conduct a survey of a peer group (min. 10 students, 10 questions) and compile the results.
- Science—The student will predict jobs of the future and prepare a one page overview of that occupation. This may include descriptions, artwork, want ads, or other inventive depictions
- Art—The student will create, or acquire, visual representations of careers. This may include original art, photos, pictures, graphics, etc. The artwork will be used to create a collage or bulletin board on occupations.
- Other subjects—The student will complete an assignment related to "The Connection Corner" to be determined by the teacher.
Modifications:
Appropriate for all students in all subject areas.
The lesson may need to be modified according the student’s IEP.
Enrichment activities:
* The student may visit open lab to access online career sites, such as "America’s Job Bank" www.ajb.dni.us, Occupational Outlook Handbook www.bls.gov/oco/ocoiab.htm , and "Careernet" www.career.net .
* The student may utilize the GIS system, Classroom, Inc. software simulation modules, and other career related software. He may also access a subscription service such as Wilson Online Index.
* The student will be encouraged to volunteer and /or participate
in job related experiences.
Evaluation/Assessment:
Proficient use of technology tools
Satisfactory completion of all assignments and projects
West Virginia Instructional Goals and Objectives:
LA--8.144, 8.64, 8.145, 8.149,11.97, 12.93
Math--8.46
Science--8.84, 8.96, 9.103, 9.5, 10.93, 10.94
Social Studies--8.59, 8.7, 8.66
Workplace Process Skills—PW. 2, 10, 16, 17, 27, 28, 30
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www.bls.gov./oco/ocoiab.htm
www.careernet.com
www.learnthenet.com
www.yahoo.com
http://wvde.state.wv.us/igos/
http://wvde.state.wv.us/policies/
http://wilsonweb2.hwwilson.com(must have a password, this is not a direct link.)
Classroom, Inc, GIS, CD-ROMs, and other available software
Created by:
pamelajackson98@hotmail.com
James Monroe High School
fayejones98@hotmail.com
James Monroe High School
debrastclair@hotmail.com
James Monroe High School
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