Lesson 8: Review

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Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: To review the principles learned in this unit by examining case studies and determining proper courses of action. Materials needed: None Introduction “You have learned the effects of stress on your body and […]

Lesson 1: Self Awareness

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Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: Assist the student in discussing and recording his strengths, skills, interests, and weaknesses. Materials needed: Note taking device, Internet access Introduction This lesson likely requires two sessions with students. “Today, we will talk […]

Lesson 2: Career Awareness

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Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose: Brainstorm careers of interest, beginning with occupational categories. Materials needed: Note taking device, Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Classification System, Career Connect career exploration search Introduction This lesson will likely require two sessions with students. […]

Lesson 3: Career Exploration

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Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: Research career qualifications and requirements Materials needed: Note taking device, Careeronestop.org, or other online occupation browsing tool Introduction This lesson will likely require two sessions of working with students. “We have considered many […]

Lesson 4: Action Plan

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Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: Develop an action plan that emphasizes work experience. Materials needed: Note taking device, Internet search engine Introduction “We have been exploring your five chosen careers. Today we will develop an action plan for […]