Dispelling Industry Sector Career Stereotypes Lesson Plan

Concept:

A broad range of career opportunities exist in various industry sectors


Student learning associated with this concept can support achievement of provincial learning outcomes:

NB 2, 3
NL 1, 7, 8, 14
NS 2, 6, 7, 10
PEI 3, 5

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Rationale:

Misconceptions often exist about the types of jobs that are available in different industry sectors. When hearing the term “industry sector”, the perception of the types of jobs that may be available in a sector can be very narrow. This also extends to the types of skills needed for entry into those jobs.

For students to understand the depth of opportunities for employment and advancement in Atlantic Canada that may be available to them, it is important for them to gain insight into the sectors that are predominant in each of their provinces and what they may have to offer.

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This lesson presents an opportunity for teachers to collaborate in supporting student learning about the role of self-assessments in career planning. Cross curricular learning will help students understand the why and relevance of their learning.