Dream Jobs Exploration

Paul Tentindo

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Dream Jobs Exploration

Explore various careers

In this lesson, students will explore various careers through a virtual tour of professionals in different fields. They will have the opportunity to interview one professional and present their findings to the class. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the diversity of career options available and encourages them to think about their future aspirations.

Audience

9th-12th Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Explore various careers

Materials

Virtual Tour Worksheet, Interview and Presentation Discussion Guide, Pens, and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on the concept of 'dream jobs'.
Ask students to share what their dream job is and why.
Explain the objectives of the lesson: exploring various careers and interviewing a professional.

Step 2

Virtual Tour Activity

10 mins

Distribute the Virtual Tour Worksheet to each student.
Guide students to access the virtual tour platform.
Instruct students to explore at least three different careers and take notes on the worksheet.

Step 3

Role-Playing Exercise

10 mins

Divide students into small groups and assign each group a different profession to role-play.
Provide a brief description of each profession and its key responsibilities.
Allow students to act out a day in the life of their assigned profession and present to the class.

Step 4

Interview Preparation

10 mins

Discuss the importance of asking insightful questions during an interview.
Provide examples of good interview questions.
Allow students to draft questions they would like to ask a professional in their chosen field.

Step 5

Presentation Preparation

5 mins

Explain the structure of the presentation: introduction, key findings, and conclusion.
Encourage students to organize their notes and prepare a short presentation.
Remind them to focus on what they found most interesting about the career they explored.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

Invite a few students to share their presentations with the class.
Facilitate a brief discussion on what students learned about different careers.
Encourage students to continue exploring careers and thinking about their future.

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Worksheet

Virtual Tour Worksheet

This worksheet will guide students as they explore various careers during the virtual tour. It includes sections for taking notes on different professions.

List three careers you explored during the virtual tour.

Consider different fields such as technology, healthcare, and arts.

What did you find most interesting about each career?

Which career would you like to learn more about and why?

Discussion

Interview and Presentation Discussion Guide

This guide will help students prepare for their interview with a professional and organize their presentation.

What are some key questions you would like to ask a professional in your chosen field?

Encourage students to think about what they genuinely want to know about the career.

How will you structure your presentation to effectively communicate your findings?

Discuss the importance of a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.