Career2201

Career Development 2201 (slot B)

Contact Info: johngoldsworthy@esdnl.ca or phone the school @745-9731

This course will help you learn about yourself and plan for your future. The course will require a solid effort for the entire year! No pressure..., but you need this course to graduate! The detailed course outline is located at end of this page.

UNIT ONE: Intro and Course Organization (What is Career Development?)

Week ending Sept 16th:	Introduce the course and discuss KEEPING THINGS ORGANIZED in a course binder!!! Remember: Everything is placed in the binder. Icebreaker activites..... getting to know each other Create Your Coat of Arms to become your cover page for unit one Course Binder Notes given in class should be copied and included in course binder What is career development? (page 15 text) List the High Five of career develoipment (page 235 text). Journal Entry #1 My Initial Thoughts About Career Development In a few sentences, reply to these 3 questions: "Why are you required to complete this course?" and "What do I expect from this course?" "How can I help you succeed in this course?" Poster Creation Activity Working in groups, create a bristol board poster for the assigned High Five Principle of Career Development (p. 235 text). All posters will become part of a massive wall display! 2 class periods.
Week ending Sept 23:	Complete the handout titled: "Activities that have Impacted My Career". Include in your binder A vid clip for discussion What is career development? This video is loosely related to the topic: Can you relate to the guy? What is the Dad's point of view? What is the overall message? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UENgfA6N8nA&feature=topvideos Journal entry #2: Steve Jobs Speech from 2005 (first 10 minutes) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLc List the main pieces of advice. What parts of his message do you agree with? Do you disagree with anything? Explain why. Complete the handout titled: How you make choices? Include in your Binder Remember our notes / discussion on Balanced Decision Making.... The Survival Challenge -- Group Activity (Decision making & Teamwork) One of our graduates, Krista Chafe has been selected to represent Atlantic Canada in the Voice of McDonald's Competition... http://www.voiceofmcdonalds.com/voting/Canada Please vote for her as often as possible......
Week ending Sept 30th	Journal #3: Reflection on the Decision-making process during the Survival Activity (class handout) Journal #4: View the video and answer the following: Did You Know 4.0 (Dated 2009) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ILQrUrEWe8 Part 1: List 5 FACTS from the video Part 2: What do you believe is the overall message about preparing for the future? Do you agree or disagree with this message? Explain. Textbook Questions about "The Changing World of Work`` pages 22 - 23 View a few vids related to technological change, summarize the main points on page 23, and answer questions assigned. Check out this material http://www.pranavmistry.com/projects/sixthsense/#VIDEOS This is no longer sci-fi Interview Assignment related to Change in the Workplace. Details will be given in class. See page 25 from textbook for interview tips. DUE DATE = Fri Oct 7th
Week ending Oct 7th	We are now watching the movie "Walk the Line" and will complete an assignment that applies the High Five Principles of Career Development. DUE DATE = Fri Oct 14th
Week ending Oct 14th	Complete the handout titled: "Know Yourself". Include in your binder. Class discussion & notes = Define key terms: self-concept, self-awareness, and self-knowledge Complete the handout titled: "Collect Your Credentials". Include in your binder. What are your credentials? Is your Course Binder well Organized and Complete?????? They are DUE TUESAY Oct 25!!!
Week ending Oct 21st and Oct 28th	Continue from last week.... plus a final assignment for this unit "Lights, Camera, Action" Make a movie trailer for Unit ONE. Here's the details....... Tell the audience about Unit 1: What is Career Development? Content should outline the topics & activities we have completed and summarize things you have learned I'm talking about your opinion -- Your opinion matters. Timeframe is 60 sec to 90 seconds Groups of 6 students I'll discuss the basics of how to make a quality video Recording and editing gear can be provided The PROCESS = Outline --> Gather --> Construct --> Revise --> Share Video creation Links: http://vimeo.com/videoschool/101 Vimeo is a free online tool. I like these intro vids. http://animoto.com/ Another free online tool. Simply signup and you can make a 30 sec vid for free. http://www.freetech4teachers.com/p/video-creation-resources.html This site may take awhile to load but has loads of gear for teachers and students
Week ending Nov 4th	The trip to College of the North Atlantic was on Thursday, Nov 3rd. Please go to the following link and complete the online survey -- YOUR OPINION MATTERS! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dERjeFhUcTVFekRuVWxldGRMaEVpX0E6MQ College of the North Atlantic homepage http://www.cna.nl.ca/

UNIT TWO: Personal Management (Who Am I?)

What Are Your Abilities?

Music Smart

Body Smart?

Math Smart?

Word Smart?

Art Smart?

People Smart?

Self Smart?

Nature Smart?

Complete the required work on Career Cruising online. I will expect the 3 assessments & at least one occupation match printed and included in your course binder.

UNIT THREE: Fields of Work

Dept of Education Links:

Volunteer Record Sheet (1 page .pdf file)

Student Brochure (2 page .pdf file)

Parent Brochure (2 page .pdf file)

Curriculum Guide (207 page .pdf file with all course expectations)

CAREER DEVELOPMENT 2201: St. Kevin’s High, 2011 - 2012 Mr. Goldsworthy's Class

Career education is an ongoing process through which learners integrate their personal, family, school, work, and community learning experiences to facilitate career and lifestyle choices. The emphasis should be on learning for life rather than learning for school. Career Development 2201 is designed to help students develop the skills they need to make effective career decisions throughout their lives. Students will increase their awareness of who they are, where they want to go, and how to get there.

Career Development 2201 is a two credit course designed for all high school students. This course, including the 30 hour Community Contribution volunteer component, is required for high school graduation in Newfoundland and Labrador

Unit 1: Intro and Course Organization

Topic 1: Course Management

Topic 2: What is Career Development?

Topic 3: Why is Career Development So Important?

Topic 4: Adapting to Change

Topic 5: Community Contribution

Topic 6: Employability Skills

Unit 2: Personal Management

Topic 1: Self-awareness

Topic 2: Positive Interactions

Topic 3: Personal Growth and the Impact of Change

Topic 4: Decision Making and Goal Setting

Unit 3: Career Exploration

Topic 1: Balancing Lifestyle and Life Roles

Topic 2: Linking Lifelong Learning to One’s Career Development

Topic 3: Accessing and Assessing Life / Work Information

Topic 4: Personal Safety

Topic 6: The Influence of Society and the Economy on Work

Unit 4: Career Preparation

Topic 1: Personal Aspirations, Motivation and Success

Topic 2: Creating, Securing, and Maintaining Work

Course Binder (class notes, journal, personal inventories, etc.) -- 25%

Minor Assignments (interviews, movie reviews, etc.) -- 25%

Employability Skills Portfolio (cover letter, resume, etc.) -- 25%

Research Project and Presentation (occupation of choice) -- 25%

Community Contribution (30 Volunteer Hours) -- Complete

Class Attendance and Participation

Career Development is not a study course but rather “a challenging personal development experience.” It is important that you attend and participate in all classes. There is no mid-term or final exam. Evaluation is on-going which means that everyday there will be activities and portfolio development which will be evaluated by the teacher. Students must demonstrate personal management skills to ensure all activities are completed as expected.

Course Content Portfolio (CCP)

Each student is required to organize and compile a variety of materials into a hard covered binder. According to the Department of Education, this portfolio is “an inclusive course activity management tool”. The contents should include ALL class notes, journal entries, individual and group classroom assignments, personal interest and skill inventories, and the Community Contribution Activity Records. The CCP will be collected by the teacher and assessed on a regular basis. It represents a significant portion of the course evaluation.

Employability Skills Portfolio (ESP)

Each student will also begin an Employability Skills Portfolio that should be maintained throughout their academic studies and working career. According to the Department of Education, an ESP is “a means to collect, organize and present items that demonstrate the acquisition of knowledge, skills, behaviors, achievement, etc. that Canadian employers deem important for successful work experiences.” The contents should include: resume, sample cover letters, reference records, awards, diplomas, and other documents. The ESP will also be assessed by the teacher and represents a large portion of the course evaluation.

Community Contribution Component (30 Volunteer Hours)

A major focus of the course will be preparation for students to complete their Community Contribution Component (minimum of 30 volunteer hours) established by the Department of Education and required for graduation from high school in this province. The rationale here is to “encourage students to develop awareness and understanding of civic responsibility and of the contributions they can make in supporting and strengthening their communities.” This requirement must be documented by students (CCAR Form) and approved by the course teacher.