Career Goals/Class Instructionl
First day of class I have students write down their career goals/job goals, the duties and responsibilities needed and what they want to learn from the class.Before moving into new material I have a class discussion and meet individually with students to inquire how this material relates to their job goal and how it will be used in their job. This way I keep the student focused on why they come to school, talk about the importance of how learning in class will help them be the best/most qualified when they work in field of choice. Guest Speakers are also used relating to class topics. All guest speakers are asked to discuss work qualification and knowledge needed to work their field.
Excellent thinking process in actions taken. I think the more a student can talk about their goals, especially when someone is there to listen and answer questions, the more the student will actually follow through with their dreams. Setting up and teaching about priorities is so important and they always need someone to listen.
