Lesson Plan
Course Title: Principles of Architecture and Construction
Session Title: Career Portfolio to Document Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Performance Objective:
After completing this lesson the student will understand the importance of a career portfolio and
collect materials for their personal career portfolio.
Specific Objectives:
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The student will select educational and work history highlights to create a personal
resumé.
The student will develop a resumé using word processing technology.
The student will contact professional references to acquire recommendations.
The student will maintain a record of work experiences, licenses, certifications, and
education to build a portfolio.
The student will document work experience.
The student will document completion of education and training.
The student will organize a professional portfolio that makes a positive impact.
TERMS
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resumé-a short account of one’s education, work experience, and qualifications
cover letter-introduces a candidate to the prospective employer
functional resumé-resumé that does not emphasize positions, job descriptions, and
employment dates (qualifications are organized by related skills or experience)
chronological resumé-shows employment history in reverse chronological order from
most to least recent
combination resumé-a blend of the functional and chronological resumé
curriculum vitae-conservative resumé that emphasizes educational credentials,
academic projects, presentations, awards, and honors
career portfolio-collection of resumé, samples of work, recommendations, awards, etc.
used when applying for jobs/promotions
Preparation
TEKS Correlations:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to the
activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
130.42 (c)(36)(A)
…select educational and work history highlights to create a personal resumé…
130.42 (c)(36)(B)
…develop a resumé using word processing technology…
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130.42 (c)(36)(C)
…contact professional references to acquire recommendations…
130.42 (c)(36)(D)
…obtain appropriate letters of recommendation…
130.42 (c)(36)(E)
…maintain a record of work experiences, licenses, certifications, and education to build a
portfolio…
130.42 (c)(36)(F)
…document work experience…
130.42 (c)(36)(G)
…document receipt of licenses, certifications, and credentialing…
130.42 (c)(36)(H)
…document completion of education and training…
Interdisciplinary Correlations:
English:
110.31 (c)(21)(B)
… organize information gathered from multiple sources to create a variety of graphics and
forms…
110.31 (c)(22)(B)
…evaluate the relevance of information to the topic and determine the reliability, validity, and
accuracy of sources (including Internet sources) by examining their authority and objectivity…
110.31 (c)(23)(C)
… use graphics and illustrations to help explain concepts where appropriate
110.31 (c)(23)(D)
… use a variety of evaluative tools (e.g., self-made rubrics, peer reviews, teacher and expert
evaluations) to examine the quality of the research…
Teacher Preparation:
Teacher will review the terms in the outline, PowerPoint and handouts to become familiar with
lesson.
Teacher should locate and evaluate various resources and websites before lesson.
Teacher can have the given websites prepped and ready for display during the lesson.
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Teacher should determine the assignments to be evaluated and the rubrics provided to make
personal adjustments.
References:
http://www.ccd.me.edu/careerprep/CareerPrepCurriculum
http://www.msn.careerbuilder.com/MSN/Category.aspx?categoryid=CL
http://www.Monster.com
Utilize search engine for information, articles, and activities involving the career portfolio.
Instructional Aids:
1. Display for PowerPoint, websites for producing documents for the career portfolio.
2. Reference books (Making the Most of Your Internship, Kaser and Brooks, Cengage
Learning; Architectural Drafting and Design, 6th Edition, Jefferis, Madsen, and Madsen,
Delmar Cengage Learning
3. Reference websites
4. Architectural Design HGTV Shows (Holmes on Homes, Income Property, Divine Design,
Sarah’s House)
Materials Needed:
1. Printer paper
2. Sample resumés and cover letters
3. Sample Research Worksheets that Students complete when completing research using
the Internet
Equipment Needed:
1. Computer with PowerPoint and Internet Access
2. Projector to show tips for resumés, cover letters, and career portfolios
3. Computers for Students to prepare resumés, cover letters, and other Career Portfolio
documents
Learner Preparation:
Ask students what employee characteristics are necessary for success in the architectural
industry?
Ask students to complete the resumé worksheet. This worksheet will be the source
document used to produce personal resumés.
Ask students to use the Internet (monster.com) to locate entry-level architecture job
openings. Students select a job opening for the preparation of their cover letter, resumé, and
other portfolio materials.
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Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
SHOW: Show students a good sample of a student resumé. Emphasize the importance of the
resumé.
ASK: Ask students to list the top five important things that employers consider when looking at
the resumés of job applicants.
SAY: Today’s economic environment is very challenging. Students must earn high grades, take
advantage of internships, get involved in professional organizations, and prepare a career
portfolio that will impress prospective employers.
ASK: What are your top ten accomplishments related to your career goals? Write your Top Ten
list.
SAY: References are an important part of the career portfolio. Explain why employees must
make a positive impact in the workplace, in professional organizations, and in the community.
Then ask students to list three professionals who they would list as their references and give
reasons for their selections.
ASK: If two job applicants are basically equal, how would you break the tie to decide which
individual to hire?
SAY: Frequently employers count on the interview and the outgoing nature of the job applicant
to determine who will land the job.
Outline
Outline (LSI Quadrant II):
Instructors can use the PowerPoint presentation, slides, handouts, and note pages in
conjunction with the following outline.
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Outline
I. Career Portfolio
A. Collection of Your Work that Represents Your
Skills and Abilities
1. snapshot of your communication, technical,
problem-solving, and research skills
2. valuable tool to share with prospective
employers
3. resumés, sample work for your profession,
awards, accomplishments
B. Cover Letters
1. introduces a candidate to the prospective
Notes to Instructor
Tell students that
admission to desired
colleges is similar to
applying for jobs.
Individuals prove
themselves with
grades, work
experience,
professional
involvement, and
motivation to succeed.
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employer
2. works cooperatively with the resumé
3. adjusted according to the job you are seeking
4. three paragraphs in the cover letter
a. paragraph 1 – state the purpose of the
letter (include brief statement about the
company to indicate that you have
conducted research)
b. paragraph 2 – sell yourself (skills and
personal experiences)
c. paragraph 3 – close by reinforcing
why you would be good for the company
Cover letters must be
prepared carefully
because they are the
first document
scanned by the
prospective employer.
The cover letters must
be flawless. The letter
must have the power
to capture the
employer’s attention.
Use PowerPoint and
websites as aid.
II. Resumés that Make an Impact
A. Types of Resumés
1. functional-qualifications are organized
by related skills or experience
2. chronological-shows employment history
in reverse chronological order from most
to least recent
3. combination-combines functional and
chronological resumés (begins with
powerful summary or professional profile)
4. curriculum vitae-conservative resumé that
emphasizes educational credentials,
academic projects, presentations, awards and
honors
B. Parts of the Resumé
1. objective
2. education
3. professional skills
4. related activities
5. honors and awards
6. references
C. Electronic Resumés
Explain to students
why now is a good
time in their careers to
prepare resumés.
Then explain how the
resumés must be
constantly updated to
reflect the most recent
accomplishments of
individuals. The
resumé is the
professional story or
testimony about an
individual.
IV. What to Do Now
A. High-quality sample projects for the portfolio
B. Internships and work experience
C. Resumé that you keep building
D. Sample projects for your profession
Students should be
building career
portfolios right now.
Resumés must be well
organized and easy to
read.
Use PowerPoint as
aid.
Use PowerPoint as
aid.
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Verbal
Linguistic
Logical
Mathematical
Visual
Spatial
Musical
Rhythmic
Bodily
Kinesthetic
Intrapersonal
Interpersonal
Naturalist
Existentialist
Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Teacher will ask students to prepare a Top Ten list of their greatest accomplishments. Then the
teacher will explain how a career portfolio is used to highlight an individual’s greatest personal
accomplishments.
Ask students what a prospective employer would look for in an individual’s professional
portfolio. Then discuss the elements of a professional portfolio.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Teacher will give students the worksheet for preparing a resumé. Students will complete the
worksheet and use it to prepare personal resumés.
Students will be given time to complete the resumé worksheet and then prepare their resumé.
Students will work on the “Portfolio” project. This project will be evaluated using the rubric.
Students will research job openings in architecture using monster.com and then prepare a cover
letter to apply for a selected position.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Question: What are two distractions that result in communication breakdown?
Question: Which communication network results in the highest individual satisfaction?
Question: What are the elements of the communication process?
Question: What are three tips to become an effective communicator?
Evaluation
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Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
Instructor should observe the work ethic of students while they prepare their resumés and cover
letters. Instructor should monitor student progress on the “Packaging Yourself for Success”
project and remind participants about the deadlines for the project. Instructor should move
around the classroom to make sure that students are participating in all class activities.
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
Students will be evaluated on their resumés, cover letters, and “Packaging Yourself for
Success” projects using the assigned rubric.
Extension
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
PowerPoint about Me
Students prepare a PowerPoint presentation that highlights their strengths for an Architecture
career. The PowerPoint should include pictures and text and highlight information that is
typically found on a resumé. The project will be evaluated using the assigned rubric.
Terms of Endearment Assignment
Students select 10 adjectives that describe their professional personality. Then students
compose a paragraph about their professional qualifications, incorporating the adjectives in the
sentences.
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Principles of Architecture and Construction
Career Portfolio to Document Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III) Directions
Top Ten List of Personal Accomplishments
Prepare your Top Ten List of Accomplishments that will serve as an important reference
for your Career Portfolio.
Prepare a list of items that a prospective employer would want to see in an applicant’s
portfolio. This list will also serve as a personal guide for your independent practice
assignments.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III) Directions
Resumé Assignment
Complete the following Resumé worksheet and then create your personal
resumé.
Name ____________________________________________
Address __________________________________________
City, State, ZIP _____________________________________
OBJECTIVE
EDUCATION
high school, graduation date, GPA, areas of emphasis
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
speaking, writing, computer, soft skills, communication, business
RELATED ACTIVITIES
school organizations, community organizations, community service, offices held
in organizations
HONORS AND AWARDS
REFERENCES
names, addresses, telephone numbers, and professional relationships with three
references
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Career Portfolio Project
Start collecting the following materials to complete your personal career portfolio.
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Resumé
Awards
Sample Projects
Other Achievements
Cover Letter Assignment
Research monster.com, select a job opening, and write a cover letter to apply for
the position.
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
PowerPoint about Me
Prepare a PowerPoint presentation that highlights your strengths for an Architecture
career. The PowerPoint should include pictures and text and highlight information that is
typically found on a resumé. The project will be evaluated using the assigned rubric.
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Career Portfolios
Cover Letter and Resumé Rubric
Student Name:
CATEGORY
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20
15
10
Format
Complies with all the Complies with
requirements for a
almost all the
resumé.
requirements for a
resumé.
Complies with
several of the
requirements for a
resumé.
Complies with less
than 75% of the
requirements for a
resumé.
Content
Accuracy
The resumé contains
at least 6 types of
basic information
that should be
included.
The resumé contains
3-5 types of basic
information that
should be included.
The resumé contains
2 types of basic
information that
should be included
The resumé contains
1 type of basic
information that
should be included.
Neatness
Resumé is typed,
clean, not wrinkled,
and is easy to read
with no errors. It was
done with pride.
Resumé is typed and
contains only 1 error.
It was done with
care.
Resumé is typed and Resumé is typed and
only contains 2-3
contains more than 3
errors. It was done
errors.
with some care.
Grammar and
spelling
(conventions)
Writer makes no
Writer makes 1-2
errors in grammar or errors in grammar
spelling.
and/or spelling.
Writer makes 3-4
errors in grammar
and/or spelling
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Writer makes more
than 4 errors in
grammar and/or
spelling.
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PowerPoint About Me Rubric
Student Name:
________________________________________
CATEGORY 20
15
10
5
Presentation shows some
originality and inventiveness.
The content and ideas are
presented in an interesting
way.
Presentation shows
an attempt at
originality and
inventiveness on 1-2
cards.
Presentation is a
rehash of other
people's ideas
and/or graphics
and shows very
little attempt at
original thought.
Project includes most material
needed to gain a comfortable needed to gain a comfortable
understanding of the topic. It is understanding of the material
a highly effective study guide. but is lacking one or two key
elements. It is an adequate
study guide.
Project is missing
more than two key
elements. It would
make an incomplete
study guide.
Project is lacking
several key
elements and has
inaccuracies that
make it a poor
study guide.
Text - Font
Choice and
Formatting
Font formats (e.g., color, bold, Font formats have been
italic) have been carefully
carefully planned to enhance
planned to enhance readability readability.
and content.
Font formatting has
been carefully
planned to
complement the
content. It may be a
little hard to read.
Font formatting
makes it very
difficult to read the
material.
Sequencing
of
Information
Information is organized in a
clear, logical way. It is easy to
anticipate the type of material
that might be on the next card.
Most information is organized
in a clear, logical way. One
card or item of information
seems out of place.
Some information is
logically sequenced.
An occasional card or
item of information
seems out of place.
There is no clear
plan for the
organization of
information.
Content Accuracy
All content throughout the
presentation is accurate.
There are no factual errors.
Most of the content is accurate
but there is one piece of
information that might be
inaccurate.
The content is
generally accurate,
but one piece of
information is clearly
flawed or inaccurate.
Content is typically
confusing or
contains more
than one factual
error.
Originality
Presentation shows
considerable originality and
inventiveness. The content
and ideas are presented in a
unique and interesting way.
Effectiveness Project includes all material
Points Earned _______
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