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- Career Readiness Glossary English
- Career Readiness Glossary Spanish
- California Career Center Student Account Setup Instructor's Notes
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- Preparing for My Future (doc.)
- Start-Up Video: Preparing for My Future
- Handout Only: Preparing for My Future
- Spanish Handout: Preparing for My Future
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Your future is what you make it! Eighth graders launch their career searches in the first of six career and college readiness lessons. Scholars research to discover their extracurricular options both in and out of school, then locate activities that support their career goals.
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Instructional Ideas
- Begin the lesson by asking what activities students currently participate in, then ask how those activities could relate to their future careers
- Invite organizers from local community groups to class to provide information on volunteering opportunities
Classroom Considerations
- Pupils must take a career assessment and have at least three compatible options
- Create groups of four for the collaborative portion of the activity
Pros
- The lesson encourages individuals to get involved in their communities
- Collaborating with others provides additional ideas for gaining career skills outside the classroom
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- None