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Applied Technology
Students discuss the importance of becoming familiar with technology and review and identify a list of vocabulary words. They practice in the classroom basic technology skills for the computer, TV, VCR, phone and other items found at...
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Technology Makes It Easier
Students identify different technological devices that make their lives and jobs easier. Instructors demonstrate how to use various devices and allow students to practice using them. This instructional activity is intended for students...
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Affluenza
Students are introduced to the "disease" of affluenza. After watching a documentary, they identify the forces that have changed the nation into a consumer society. As a class, they discuss ways to avoid catching on to this phenomenon.
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Work Force Awareness
Learners identify desirable personal qualities for a chosen workplace. They brainstorm 3 work environments of good and poor personal work qualities. Students interview their parents or employer. They comprehend learning style and how it...
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Mussel Movements
Students consider the impact of invasive species on local environments. In this ecology lesson plan, watch the video, Arizona Wildlife Views, which focuses on invasive species. Students develop vocabulary, relate to meaningful...
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World Oceans
Students locate the world's oceans. In this geography skills lesson plan, students chart the locations of the Indian, Arctic, Pacific, and Atlantic Oceans on world maps.
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Nonprofits in Our Community
Students identify nonprofit organizations within their local community. They practice using the yellow pages to locate these organizations. They use an organizer to keep all of the information they gathered organized.
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Raising the Bar on How Business Gets Done
High schoolers explore the concept of energy bar sales. In this energy bar sales lesson, students read an article about the sales of energy bars. High schoolers discuss what is meant by red roads and white roads in the article. Students...
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Rover Races
Students simulate driving a rover on the surface of Mars. For this space science lesson, students identify the challenges experienced by astronauts in operating a vehicle. They recommend some changes to make their 'rover' better.
Employment Spot
Employment Spot: Volunteer & Service Opportunities
Explore Volunteer & Service Opportunities using the Employment Spot career resources.
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Action Without Borders: Idealist: Internships
This searchable database will allow you to find volunteer entry-level internships that match your age, interests, and location.
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Ameri Span Unlimited
AmeriSpan Unlimited provides immersion, intern, and educational tours in Spanish-speaking countries. Information on all programs, job opportunities, and travel resources are provided.
Employment Spot
Employment Spot: Peace Corps
You've earned a 4-year degree, have grand plans to build a career and are ready to face the world. For many, the next step is simple: begin the job search or grad school. Looking for another option? If you're interested in seeing a new...
National Geographic
National Geographic: Geostories: Peace Corps
In this Geostory, join the Peace Corps and learn about the "Toughest Job You'll Ever Love."
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College Grad: Real World Experience
Experience counts. Explore ways to develop and document practical experience, putting you above your competition.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Scaling Up Photographs
In this Cyberchase video segment, Bianca volunteers to take over an important job at a copy shop. She must make a life-size copy of a photo of the King of Sloovoonia.
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Photo
This personal site provides a job description of the three-hundred women who volunteered "in response to General Pershing's emergency call for bilingual long-distance operators." Discusses the passing of the 1978 bill which made these...