My Future Career Research Plan

Miranda·

Career Research

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Grade Level7th Grade

SubjectCareer Research

Original Prompt

I need to create a research assignment for two students who struggle in academic work. Their assignment is to research a career, and identify why it would be a good fit for them, what does it entail to be able to do that job (education, certifications, training, etc), and what does the job involve. This culminating project is a three paragraph essay. Please chunk this assignment into very clear step by step pieces for students who get overwhelmed by large multi day assignments and include scaffo...

This resource provides a comprehensive framework for researching and writing about a chosen career. It includes learning objectives guiding students to synthesize information about job responsibilities, requirements, and personal relevance. Students engage in a structured process beginning with a brainstorming map to clarify their career interests and questions. The 'See - Think - Wonder' routine invites reflection on community careers, while a scavenger hunt encourages detailed research on daily duties, required tools, and necessary education. Sample paragraph models and sentence frames support students in crafting their essays, consisting of three essential paragraphs focusing on responsibilities, requirements, and personal alignment with the career. A final draft checklist ensures clarity and quality, culminating in a reflection on the future of the selected profession.