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Exploring Career Paths

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Lesson Plan

Exploring Career Paths

Introduce and discuss career paths

This lesson introduces 6th grade students to various career paths through discussion, a worksheet activity, and a video. It aims to broaden students' understanding of different professions and encourage them to think about their future aspirations. By engaging in experiential and active learning, students will gain insights into the skills and education required for different careers, fostering early career awareness and planning.

Audience

6th Grade Students

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Career Exploration Worksheet, and Video: How to Stay Motivated

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief introduction about the importance of exploring different career paths.
  • Explain the objectives of the lesson and what students will be doing.

Step 2

Video Viewing

6 mins

  • Show the video How to Stay Motivated.
  • Ask students to think about how motivation can play a role in pursuing different careers.

Step 3

Class Discussion

10 mins

  • Facilitate a discussion using the provided questions.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts on different careers and what interests them.

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

15 mins

  • Distribute the Career Exploration Worksheet.
  • Instruct students to complete the worksheet by researching and writing about a career they are interested in.
  • Encourage them to think about the skills and education needed for that career.

Step 5

Closure

4 mins

  • Ask a few students to share what they learned about their chosen career.
  • Summarize the key points of the lesson and encourage students to continue exploring different career options.
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Discussion

Career Paths Discussion

A guided discussion to help students explore various career paths and their interests.

What careers are you interested in and why?

Encourage students to think about their hobbies and interests and how they might relate to different careers.







What skills do you think are important for your chosen career?

Guide students to consider both hard skills (like math or writing) and soft skills (like communication or teamwork).







How can motivation impact your career choices?

Discuss how staying motivated can help in achieving career goals and overcoming challenges.







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Worksheet

Career Exploration Worksheet

A worksheet for students to explore and research a career they are interested in.

What career are you interested in exploring?








What skills are needed for this career?








What education or training is required?








Why does this career interest you?








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