Class members explore possible career paths and consider their own passions and interests by researching job openings, career descriptions, and skills, as well as reading the success stories of experienced entrepreneurs.

Concepts

career goals, career planning, careers, career readiness, entrepreneurs

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Extend the lesson by hosting a career day, in which guests from a variety of professions and educational backgrounds discuss their experiences and what was necessary to get to where they are today
• Ask pupils to research statistics regarding current employment and the impact of higher education degrees 

Classroom Considerations

• This is the fifth lesson in a series of 22 on developing money management skills and financial literacy for young adults

Pros

• Well-organized sequence of activities
• All worksheets included
• Useful teacher tips in right sidebar

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.9-10.2 RI.11-12.1 RI.11-12.2 W.9-10.7 W.9-10.8 W.11-12.7 W.11-12.8