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Work, Trade School, or College

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  • Price per Classroom$2.00
  • Grade Levels 7, 8, 9, 10
  • Topics Career Planning
  • Duration 20 Minutes
  • Auto Scored? Yes
  • Teacher Evaluation Needed? No

Activity Description

In this interactive worksheet, students will explore various options available after high school, including work, trade school, college, and university. They will be provided with data, including the pros and cons of each option, and sample jobs associated with each path. Students will engage in a drag-and-drop activity to reinforce their understanding by categorizing the given sample jobs, pros, and cons into the appropriate post-high school option.

Activities:

  • Introduction to Post-High School Options: Students will receive an overview of the various paths they can take after high school, including work, trade school, college, and university. Students will be provided with detailed information about each option, including sample jobs, pros, and cons.
  • Drag-and-Drop Activity: Students will engage in an interactive drag-and-drop activity where they will categorize sample jobs, pros, and cons into the correct post-high school option.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Informed Decision-Making: Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the different post-high school options, helping them make informed decisions about their future.
  • Pros and Cons Analysis: Students will learn to critically analyze the benefits and drawbacks of various educational and career paths.
  • Interactive Engagement: The drag-and-drop activity will enhance students' engagement and reinforce their understanding of the material.

Learning Objective

In this drag-and-drop worksheet activity, students will classify given jobs, pros and cons into four categories - work after high school, trade school, college, and university.

Teacher Tips

Included with the activity, you can view the tips to clarify student's doubts or to evaluate answers (for a teacher scored worksheet).
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  • Price per Classroom$2.00
  • Grade Levels 7, 8, 9, 10
  • Topics Career Planning
  • Duration 20 Minutes
  • Auto Scored? Yes
  • Teacher Evaluation Needed? No

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