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Exploring Future Careers

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Lesson Plan

Exploring Future Careers

Understand job market trends

In this lesson, students will explore current job market trends and the skills required for future employment. Through a group activity, they will research and present on in-demand jobs, enhancing their understanding of the evolving job landscape. This lesson is crucial for helping students align their educational and career goals with market demands, fostering informed decision-making about their futures.

Audience

11th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Understand job market trends

Materials

Projector, Whiteboard and markers, Internet access, Discussion Questions, Worksheet: Job Market Research, and Printable Cards: In-Demand Jobs

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what students know about the current job market.
  • Introduce the lesson's objectives: understanding job market trends and skills needed for future employment.

Step 2

Discussion on Job Market Trends

15 mins

  • Use the Discussion Questions to guide a conversation about current job market trends.
  • Encourage students to think about how these trends might affect their career choices.

Step 3

Group Activity: Research In-Demand Jobs

25 mins

  • Divide students into small groups and assign each group a different industry or sector.
  • Provide the Worksheet: Job Market Research for students to fill out as they research.
  • Allow students to use the internet to find information on in-demand jobs and required skills in their assigned industry.

Step 4

Presentations

5 mins

  • Have each group present their findings to the class.
  • Encourage students to ask questions and provide feedback on each presentation.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a discussion on job market trends and future employment skills.

What are some current trends in the job market?

Encourage students to think about technological advancements, remote work, and emerging industries.







How do these trends affect the types of jobs that are in demand?

Discuss how automation and digitalization might influence job availability.







What skills do you think will be important for future employment?

Focus on skills like adaptability, digital literacy, and problem-solving.







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Worksheet

Job Market Research

A worksheet to guide students in researching in-demand jobs and required skills in various industries.

Identify three in-demand jobs in your assigned industry.








List the skills required for each job.








What educational background is typically needed for these jobs?








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Worksheet

In-Demand Jobs

Cards listing various in-demand jobs and their required skills for students to review.




Data Analyst: Analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization tools







Software Developer: Coding skills, problem-solving abilities







Healthcare Professional: Empathy, medical knowledge







Digital Marketer: Creativity, understanding of digital platforms







Renewable Energy Technician: Technical skills, knowledge of sustainable practices




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