Tia Davis TDavis Planbook

Monday, July 3rd, 2023

CTE 464
Lesson 1: Introduction to Career Exploration

General Focus
Introduction to Career Exploration: Students will be introduced to the concept of career exploration as a foundational step in the career development process. Through the
use of "The Handbook of Career Advising" as a key instructional resource, students will gain an understanding of the importance of career exploration, explore various career
theories and models, and learn how to utilize career assessment tools and interest inventories.
Time: 90 minutes (A/B Day Block Schedule)

Standards
1.1.1 Demonstrate creativity and innovation by employing originality, inventiveness, and resourcefulness in the workplace Idaho CTE (2021)
1.1.3 Demonstrate initiative and self-direction by independently looking for ways to improve the workplace and accomplish tasks Idaho CTE (2021)
1.1.4 Demonstrate integrity by complying with laws, procedures, and workplace policies; demonstrating honesty, fairness, and respect. Idaho CTE (2021)

Academic & Content Language

Technical Terminology: The lesson may involve technical terms and jargon related to career exploration and development, which students might find challenging to
understand. To address this challenge, I will clearly define any technical terms used in my lesson and provide accessible resources.
Abstract Concepts: Students may struggle with grasping abstract concepts related to career exploration, such as values, interests, and work-life balance. To address this, I
will discuss concepts using tangible and applicable examples that students will relate to.
Academic Vocabulary: The lesson may introduce new academic vocabulary related to career development, which students may need clarification on. To address this
challenge, I will clearly define any technical terms used in my lesson and provide accessible resources.

Terms, Vocabulary, and Concepts:

1. Career Exploration: Students may need clarification on the definition and purpose of career exploration, including its significance in making informed career decisions.
2. Career Assessment: Students may encounter terms like self-assessment, interest inventories, and career tests, which they may need help understanding and
interpreting.
3. Values: The concept of values, particularly as they relate to career choices, may be new to students and may require explanation and examples.
4. Work-Life Balance: This term may be unfamiliar to students, and they may need guidance in understanding its meaning and importance in career decision-making.
5. Sentence Structure: Complex sentence structures used in the textbook, such as dependent and independent clauses, may need to be explained and practiced.

Objectives
(Objectives should align with standards.)
Students will be able to (SWBAT):
Define career exploration and explain its significance in the career development process.
Understand the purpose and benefits of career assessment tools and interest inventories.
Demonstrate an awareness of personal values and their role in career decision-making.
Explain the concept of interests and their relevance to career exploration.
Recognize the importance of work-life balance in career planning.

Outcomes
(Outcomes explain how you will show students met objectives.)
Students will demonstrate competency by:
1. Articulate a clear understanding of career exploration and its role in the career development process through class discussions and written reflections.
2. Utilize career assessment tools and interest inventories, such as self-assessment exercises or online assessments, to gain insights into their own interests, skills, and
values.
3. Identify and reflect upon personal values and their influence on career decision-making through written reflections or group discussions.
4. Discuss and shared their interests, both personal and career-related, demonstrating an understanding of the concept and its significance in career exploration.
5. Reflect on the concept of work-life balance and its relevance to their future careers, considering how it aligns with their personal values and priorities.

Prior Knowledge
(What knowledge or related life-experience may students bring to the lesson?)

Personal Interests: Students may have a variety of personal interests in different areas such as sports, arts, music, or hobbies, which can serve as a starting point for
exploring potential career paths aligned with those interests.
 School Subjects: Students may have preferences or strengths in certain academic subjects, which could influence their career exploration by considering fields related to
those subjects.
Family Influence: Students may have been exposed to various career paths through their family members or close relatives, which can shape their initial perceptions and
interests in specific industries or professions.
Part-Time Jobs or Volunteer Experience: Students may have prior experience with part-time jobs or volunteer work, providing them with insights into certain industries
or work environments.
Career Fairs or Guest Speakers: Students may have attended career fairs or listened to guest speakers who shared their career journeys, offering exposure to different
professions and industries.

Anticipated Areas of Misunderstanding

(Brainstorm what aspects of the lesson may be challenging for students.)

1. Conceptual Understanding: Students may find it challenging to grasp the abstract nature of career exploration.
2. Self-Reflection: Engaging in introspection to identify personal values, interests, and potential career paths may be challenging for some students.
3. Limited Exposure: Some students may have limited exposure to different career paths, resulting in a narrower perspective on available options.
4. Decision-Making Pressure: The idea of making long-term career decisions at a relatively young age may induce stress and anxiety for some students.
5. Cultural and Family Influences: Students may encounter challenges in reconciling their own career interests with cultural or familial expectations, leading to potential
conflicts or uncertainties.
6. Balancing Multiple Factors: Understanding how to balance personal interests, values, skills, and market demands when exploring career options can be challenging for
students.

Procedures
(Highly detailed section, you cannot write too much here. This section must include time estimates.)
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes

1. Starter/Warm-up Activity (15 minutes):

Engage students in a brief discussion about their current understanding of careers and what factors they think are important when choosing a career.
Provide students with a short questionnaire or survey to assess their personal interests and values related to careers.
Discuss the importance of self-reflection in career exploration and explain how it can help in making informed decisions.
2. Engage/Introduction and Conceptual Understanding (20 minutes):
Introduce the concept of career exploration and its significance in the career development process.
Present an overview of key career theories and models, such as trait-factor theory, social cognitive career theory, and Holland's RIASEC model.
Provide examples and illustrations to help students understand the different factors and concepts involved in career exploration.
3. Explore/Interactive Activity: Career Assessment (25 minutes):
Introduce career assessment tools and interest inventories as valuable resources for exploring personal interests and aligning them with career options.
Conduct a guided activity where students complete a career assessment or interest inventory individually or in pairs.
Allow students to reflect on and discuss their results, emphasizing the relevance of these assessments in identifying potential career paths.
4. Extend/Small Group Discussions (15 minutes):
Divide students into small groups and assign each group a specific career theory or model to discuss.
Instruct students to analyze and discuss the strengths, limitations, and practical applications of their assigned theory or model.
Encourage students to relate the theory to their own interests and experiences.
5. Reflect/Individual Reflection and Goal Setting (15 minutes):
Instruct students to engage in a brief self-reflection activity where they identify and write down their interests, values, and potential career paths they are
considering.
Ask students to set one short-term and one long-term goal related to their career exploration process.
Encourage students to share their reflections and goals in pairs or small groups, fostering discussion and peer feedback.
6. Closure (10 minutes):
Summarize the key concepts and insights discussed in the lesson, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, exploring different career theories, and utilizing
resources.
Provide an opportunity for students to ask questions or seek clarification on any concepts or activities covered in the lesson.
Conclude the lesson by highlighting the next steps in the career exploration journey and encouraging students to continue exploring their interests and goals.

Note: The time estimates provided are approximate and can be adjusted based on the specific needs and dynamics of the classroom.

Bloom's Taxonomy
Remembering:
What is the definition of career exploration?
What are some common factors people consider when choosing a career?

Understanding:
How would you explain the concept of career exploration in your own words?
How do personal interests and values play a role in career exploration?

Applying:
How would you use career assessment tools to explore your own interests and potential career paths?
Can you apply the concept of career theories to analyze and explain your own career aspirations?

Analyzing:
 Analyze the results of a career assessment and identify patterns or connections between your interests and potential career options.

Evaluating:
Assess the effectiveness of career assessments in helping individuals make informed career decisions.
Evaluate the influence of cultural or familial expectations on career choices and decision-making processes.

Creating:
Design a personal action plan for conducting further career exploration, considering your interests, values, and long-term goals.
Create a presentation or infographic illustrating the different steps involved in the career exploration process.

Materials
Hardware:
1. Computer/laptop for the teacher
2. Computer/laptop for each student or shared devices
3. Projector or interactive whiteboard for displaying presentations and multimedia content
4. Internet connection for accessing online resources and conducting research
5. Printer (optional) for printing handouts, worksheets, or career assessment results
6. Audio speakers for playing audio or video content

Software and Online Resources:

1. Presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides) for delivering content and visuals
2. Career assessment tools and online interest inventories (e.g., Holland's RIASEC test, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator)
3. Internet browsers (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox) for accessing online career exploration websites, databases, and resources
4. Educational websites and platforms with career exploration materials (e.g., O*NET Online, CareerOneStop, My Next Move, Next Steps Idaho, IDCTE website)
5. Online career planning and self-reflection tools (e.g., career interest surveys, skills assessment platforms)
6. Online research databases for accessing scholarly articles, books, or case studies related to career exploration and decision-making
7. Video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams) for virtual guest speakers or career exploration presentations
8. Word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Docs) for creating and editing written assignments, reflections, or action plans
9. Spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets) for organizing and analyzing career assessment results or data related to career exploration

Deliverables/Assessments
(These should directly align with the outcomes.)

1. Career Reflection Worksheet:

Students complete a worksheet where they reflect on their interests, values, and potential career paths they are considering.
The worksheet includes prompts and questions related to self-reflection and encourages students to articulate their thoughts and aspirations.
2. Career Assessment Report:
Students complete a career assessment or interest inventory and generate a personalized report summarizing their results.
The report includes an analysis of their interests, strengths, and potential career options based on the assessment outcomes.
3. Group Discussion Contribution:
Students participate in small group discussions on different career theories or models.
Assessment focuses on students' ability to contribute meaningful insights, articulate their understanding of the theory, and engage in critical analysis and
discussion.
4. Presentation or Infographic:
Students create a visual presentation or infographic summarizing the key concepts and steps involved in the career exploration process.
Assessment evaluates students' ability to effectively communicate information, organize content, and engage their peers through visual aids.

Modifications/Addressing Diversity
(Accommodations)

1. Multilingual Support:
Provide translated materials or resources in languages spoken by students with limited English proficiency.
2. Visual Supports:
Utilize visual aids, such as charts, diagrams, or graphics, to enhance understanding and accommodate diverse learning styles.
3. Flexible Grouping:
Create diverse and inclusive groups that promote collaboration and provide opportunities for students to learn from each other's perspectives and experiences.
4. Differentiated Assignments:
Provide a range of options for assignments or projects that allow students to explore career interests through various mediums (e.g., written, visual, oral).
5. Culturally Relevant Examples:
Incorporate career examples and stories that reflect the cultural backgrounds and experiences of students in the classroom.
6. Accessible Materials:
Ensure that all materials and resources used in the lesson are accessible to students with visual, hearing, or physical disabilities.
Provide audio descriptions, closed captions, or text-to-speech options for videos or multimedia content.
7. Individualized Support:
Offer one-on-one support or guidance to students who may need additional assistance or have specific accommodations outlined in their Individualized Education
Program (IEP) or 504 Plan.
 8. Respect for Diversity:
Foster a safe and inclusive classroom environment where students feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and experiences related to career exploration, without
fear of judgment or bias.
Encourage respect and appreciation for diverse career aspirations, interests, and goals.

Reflection
(Answer these questions after teaching the lesson.)
1. What went well? Why?
2. What did not go as you planned/expected? Why?
3. If you were to teach this lesson again to the same group of students, what changes would you make to your instructional strategies that would improve the student
learning? Why?
4. Did the students meet the objectives? How did you know?
5. How did you use feedback from the students to make instructional decisions while you were teaching the lesson?
6. How effective were your assessment tools in helping you monitor student progress? What modifications would you make to help students better demonstrate their
learning?
7. How did the feedback you gave students help address their needs in relation to the objectives?
8. Analyze your biggest challenge during the lesson. What did you learn from it?
9. How will that impact future lessons?
10. Based on the results of the lesson, what are your next steps?