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Students explore their abilities in this Smart Choices
activity in which they define performance and learning style as well as
creativity. |
Primary Learning Outcomes
What is my learning style? What are my unique
abilities?
Additional Learning Outcomes
Do I show an aptitude for math and science? Am I artistic? Do
I have musical talent? Am I creative? Do I prefer physical activity?
Assessed QCC Standards:
Grade: 9-12
Guidance
A. Self Knowledge
1
Topic: Understanding the influence of a positive
self-concept.
Standard: -Identify and appreciate personal interests, abilities, and skills.
-Demonstrate the ability to use peer feedback. -Demonstrate an understanding of
how individual characteristics relate to achieving personal, social,
educational, and career goals. -Demonstrate an understanding of environmental
influences on one’s behavior. -Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship
between personal behavior and self-concept.
Non-Assessed QCC Standards:
Grade: 9-12
Guidance
C. Career Planning
10
Topic: Understanding the interrelationship of life roles.
Standard: -Demonstrate knowledge of life
stages. -Describe factors that determine lifestyles (e.g., socioeconomic status,
culture, values, occupational choices, work habits). -Describe ways in which
occupational choices may affect lifestyle. -Describe the contribution of work to
a balanced and productive life. -Describe ways in which work, family, and
leisure are interrelated. -Describe different career patterns and their
potential effect on family patterns and lifestyle. -Describe the importance of
leisure activities. -Demonstrate ways that occupational skills and knowledge can
be acquired through leisure.
Procedures/Activities
Step:
1 Duration:
Have students fill out the “All About You” activity
sheet.
Attachments for Step 1
Title: All About You FileName: All About You.doc
Description: A list of choices in
areas such as science & math aptitude, creativity, artistic, musical or
drama talent.
Step:
2 Duration:
After the inventory is completed, divide into small groups and
discuss abilities discovered.
Step:
3 Duration:
After the discussion is finished, place the inventories in
student portfolio for reevaluation at a later date.
Materials and Equipment
“All About You” activity sheet (on the following pages) Pencil
or pen
Standards (Local and/or National)
Total Duration
1 hour
Technology Connection
Assessment
Students will be assessed as they complete the “All About You"
activity sheet and discuss their abilities in small groups.
Extension
This activity should be repeated in subsequent grades so
students can compare their responses. Students can share their "All About You"
activity sheets with their parents.
Remediation
Accommodation
Modification
For students with significant disabilities, what changes can
be made in instruction and teaching delivery to allow students to participate in
classroom instruction while working on IEP objectives and off grade level QCC
standards. Below are suggested modifications correlated to the procedures of
this lesson plan.
