Performance Objective
Upon completion of this lesson, each student will be able to define, maintain, and utilize a career ePortfolio.
Specific Objectives
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Students will learn to define a career eportfolio.
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Students will identify the types of information employers want to see in a potential employee’s
career eportfolios.
 Students will prepare a career eportfolio for post-secondary education and/or career development.
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Students will maintain a career eportfolio.
This lesson should take 10 class days to complete.
TEKS Correlations
This lesson, as published, correlates to the TEKS listed immediately below. Any changes/alterations to the activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the T EKS listed.
Reading I, II, III
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110.47(b) o (1) The student uses the following word recognition strategies. The student is expected to:
(A) Apply knowledge of letter-sound correspondences, language structure, and context to recognize words;
(B) Use reference guides such as dictionaries, glossaries, and available technology to determine pronunciations of unfamiliar words; o (2) The student acquires an extensive vocabulary through reading and systemic word study. The student is expected to:
(A) Expand vocabulary by reading, viewing, listening, and discussing;
(B) Determine word meanings through the study of their relationships to other words and concepts such as content, synonyms, antonyms, and analogies; o (4) The student comprehends text using effective strategies. The student is expected to:
(A) Use prior knowledge and experience to comprehend;
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Public Speaking I, II, III
 110.57 (b)
(B) Determine and adjust purpose for reading; and
(D) Summarize texts by identifying main ideas and relevant details. o (4) Organization. The student organizes speeches. The student is expected to:
(B) Organize speeches effectively for specific topics, purposes, audiences, and occasions. o (7) Delivery. The student uses appropriate strategies for rehearsing and presenting speeches. The student is expect to:
(C) Develop verbal, vocal, and physical skills to enhance presentations.
Tasks
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Have students create an eportfolio using the Portfolio Guidelines. They will choose a sample of their current work to add to the eportfolio and evaluate each entry by completing the Student
Reflection Sheet before adding the document to the eportfolio.
 Students will obtain company information from employee handbooks or trade journals.
Accommodations for Learning Differences
It is important that lessons accommodate the needs of every learner. These lessons may be modified to accommodate your students with learning differences by referring to the files found on the Special
Populations page of this website (cte.unt.edu).
Preparation
 Secure the computer lab if you do not have immediate access to one in your classroom.
 Copy the handout sheets and rubric for the students
Instructional Aids
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Student handouts
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Grading rubric
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Internet
Materials Needed
1. ePortfolio Order and Checklist handout for each student
2. ePortfolio (Digital Portfolio) Rubric for each student
3. Mission Statement/Goals Rubric for each student
4. Career and Technical Education Request for Letter of Recommendation handout for each student
Equipment Needed
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Computers (for students to complete eportfolio)
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Projector (for digital presentation)
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Scanner to scan pictures or materials brought to class
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This is a continuation and completion of the student portfolio created previous courses. However, this lesson has a more structured outline of questions that must be answered on the ePortfolio website.
Assignment Outline:
Day 1 = Show rubric and example website; retrieve or create students’ own account.
Day 2 = Cover sheet, Table of Contents, and Letter of Introduction,
Day 3 = Explain the application portion of the eportfolio and complete
Day 4 = Resume’
Day 5 = Academic Skills and Certifications
Day 6= Letters of Recommendation and
Special Interests.
Days 7-10 = ePortfolio Presentations
Guided Practice
Using the digital presentation , the teacher will go over the requirements of this project. The student will follow along and make notes on their hard copy.
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A. Cover sheet – identifies the student
B. Table of contents – listing of entries
C. Letter of Introduction – introduces the student
D. Application – practical exercise that displays "real-world skills"
E. Résumé – student qualifications
F. Academic skills – an entry from areas showcasing growth in content and real-world skills, with a reflection sheet for every item
G. Transcript – provides the official record of a student's coursework and testing
H. Letters of recommendation – show how others view a student
I. Special interests and awards – special interests and awards achieved in or outside of school; a vital part of a student's total package
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Describe the eportfolio item:
Explain the purpose for including the item:
Discuss what you learned, its importance to you, and what improvement you can make:
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Career and Technical Education Request for Letter of Recommendation for Public/Private Colleges or Scholarships
* * * TEACHER/COUNSELOR FORM * * *
The information provided on this form will be used by teachers/counselors to write the recommendation(s) you need for your college or scholarship applications. Detail as completely as possible all information concerning your interests, special talents and activities. Provide a properly addressed and stamped envelope for each letter requested.
Submit both this form and a copy of your Résumé to your teacher(s) three weeks before the due date.
______________________________________________________________________________
Full Name:
Address:
Telephone:
Birth date:
______________________________________________________________________________
Will you pick up letter/or will it be mailed (provide postage)?:
Yes: Pick up
Yes: Please mail (I provided postage and envelope)
Name and Address of where you want this letter to go to:
_________________________________________________________________________
A. What colleges are you considering (in order of preference)?
1. 5.
2.
3.
4.
6.
7.
8.
B. What careers are you considering?
1.
2.
3.
4.
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C. What college majors are you considering?
1.
2.
3.
4.
D. What are your current senior courses?
1.
2.
3.
5.
6.
7.
8. 4.
E. List high school academic awards and activities pertaining to this teacher’s discipline.
1.
2.
3.
F. Will you be applying for scholarships?
Yes No
G. What is your high school academic GPA (9-12) based on 4 point scale?
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Scoring Criteria 5
Excellent
4
Good
3
Needs Some
Improvement
2
Needs Much
Improvement
Visual Appeal
Cover Page
Table of Contents
Letter of
Introduction
Application
Resume
Academic Skills
Transcript
Letters of
Recommendation
Special interests and awards
Scale:
90-100 A Excellent
80-89 B Good
70-79 C Needs Some Improvement
60-69 D Needs Much Improvement
0-50 F Not Appropriate
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N/A
TOTAL = _____________
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Scoring
Criteria
4
Excellent
3
Good
N/A 2
Needs Some
Improvement
1
Needs Much
Improvement
Clearly and effectively communicates the main idea or theme
Presenter is self-confident and clearly expresses ideas
Presenter answers questions with well thought out responses
Holds audience attention and maintain eye contact
Visual aids are clear and add to the presentation
Total
NOTE: N/A represents a response to the performance which is “not appropriate.”
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