Career Quest: Exploring Future Paths

Jacilyn Hackett

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Career Quest: Exploring Future Paths

career exploration

This lesson engages 10th grade students in exploring various career paths through interactive activities. By using Blended Learning, Experiential Learning, and Game-Based Learning strategies, students will gain insights into different professions and reflect on their own interests and skills. This lesson is important as it helps students start thinking about their future careers, encouraging them to consider their strengths and passions in relation to potential job opportunities.

Audience

10th grade students

Time

30 min

Approach

Blended Learning, Experiential Learning, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Career Exploration Worksheet, Career Path Quiz, Pens, and Projector for presentation

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of career exploration.
Ask students what careers they are currently interested in and why.
Explain the objectives of the lesson and the activities planned.

Step 2

Career Exploration Activity

15 mins

Distribute the 'Career Exploration Worksheet' to each student.
Instruct students to fill out the worksheet, which includes questions about their interests, skills, and potential career paths.
Encourage students to discuss their answers with a partner to gain different perspectives.

Step 3

Career Path Quiz

5 mins

Conduct a quick quiz using the 'Career Path Quiz' to test students' knowledge about various careers.
Use a projector to display questions and have students write their answers on a piece of paper.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

Review the quiz answers and discuss any surprising facts or insights.
Encourage students to continue exploring careers and consider how their current interests might align with future job opportunities.
Provide resources for further career exploration, such as websites or local career fairs.

Worksheet

Career Exploration Worksheet

This worksheet helps students reflect on their interests and skills to explore potential career paths.

List three activities you enjoy doing in your free time.

Think about hobbies or tasks that make you lose track of time.

What subjects do you excel in at school?

Consider subjects where you consistently perform well.

Name two careers you are interested in and why.

Think about jobs that align with your interests and skills.