Exploring Future Careers
Research and present a career
In this lesson, students will explore various career paths by researching and presenting on a career of their choice. This activity will help students understand the skills and educational requirements needed for different professions. By engaging in this research and presentation process, students will gain valuable insights into potential future careers, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions about their educational and professional paths.
Research and present a career
Post-it notes, Pens, Career Research Worksheet, Career Presentation Guidelines, and Discussion Questions
Step 1
Introduction
10 mins
- Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of career exploration.
- Ask students what careers they are interested in and why.
- Introduce the objective of the lesson: to research and present a career of their choice.
Step 2
Research Activity
20 mins
- Distribute the Career Research Worksheet.
- Instruct students to choose a career they are interested in.
- Guide them to research the necessary skills, educational requirements, and daily responsibilities of the chosen career.
- Encourage students to take notes on their findings.
Step 3
Presentation Preparation
15 mins
- Provide students with the Career Presentation Guidelines.
- Instruct them to prepare a short presentation based on their research.
- Offer support and answer any questions as they organize their information.
Step 4
Student Presentations
10 mins
- Allow students to present their chosen career to the class.
- Encourage classmates to ask questions and provide feedback.
- Facilitate a supportive and engaging environment for sharing.
- Recap the key points learned about various careers.
- Discuss how understanding career requirements can help in future planning.
- Encourage students to continue exploring different career options.
