Lesson Plan
Course Title: Principles of Architecture and Construction
Session Title: Professionalism: Work Ethic
Performance Objective:
After completing this lesson the student will define professional work ethic in the architectural
industry and describe a code of ethics to appropriately accommodate customers.
Specific Objectives:
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The student will identify and demonstrate characteristics of strong work ethic.
The student will define the appropriate professional dress code for the architectural
industry.
The student will explain the relationship between dependability, work ethic, and
employability.
The student will explain the importance of a professional reputation.
The student will highlight the importance of manners and etiquette in the workplace.
TERMS
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reputation-your overall quality or character as seen or judged by others
liability-debt or burden that subtracts from personal value
asset-a resource that adds personal value
work ethic-individual’s attitude toward work and dedication to completing a job
job loyalty-dedication to the employer
job hopper-individual who does not remain loyal to one employer
multi tasking-the ability to handle more than one task at the same time
delegating-transferring ownership and responsibility of tasks to others while still being
responsible for the final results
extraverts-individuals who like to focus on the outer world of people and things
introverts-individuals who focus on the inner world of ideas and the practicality of how
things work
intuitive-person who likes to work with symbols or abstract theories
Preparation
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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)(32)(A)
…exhibit behaviors showing reliability and dependability…
130.42 (c)(32)(B)
…recognize appropriate dress for the work environment…
130.42 (c)(32)(C)
…recognize the required employment forms and documentation such as I-9, work visa, W-4,
and licensures to meet employment requirements…
130.42 (c)(9)(A)
…communicate effectively to develop positive customer and client relationships…
130.42 (c)(9)(B)
…develop and maintain customer relations…
130.42 (c)(28)(A)
…use human relations skills to work cooperatively with coworkers representing different
cultures, genders, and backgrounds…
130.42 (c)(29)(A)
…apply the professional and ethical standards of the industry to personal conduct…
130.42 (c)(35)(B)
…practice the responsibilities and characteristics of a professional in architecture and
construction…
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)
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… 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, power point and handouts to become familiar with
lesson.
Teacher should locate and evaluate various resources and websites before the lesson.
Teacher will have assignments and website information ready to distribute to students.
References:
http://www.coe.uga.edu/workethic/less1.htm
http://www.resources.monster.com/tools/quiz/
http://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/quizshow/
Utilize search engine for information about work ethic, code of ethics, and cases involving work
ethic.
Instructional Aids:
1. Display for PowerPoint, websites for quizzes involving work and business ethics, case
studies about work ethic for class discussion
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. Assignments and website information ready to distribute to students.
(Packaging Yourself for Success) Direction Sheet
2. Architectural, interior design, designers magazines
3. Taped HGTV Architectural Design Shows
Student results can be printed and displayed for discussion at the end of lesson.
Equipment Needed:
1. Computer with PowerPoint and Internet access
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2. Projector to show Internet sites and HGTV episodes
3. Computers for Students to conduct research and to take on-line work ethics/professional
quizzes
Learner Preparation:
Ask students to research work ethic before class and compose a five-sentence paragraph to
explain their definition of work ethic. Ask students to interview their parents and
grandparents to learn their definitions of work ethic. All information gathered should be
incorporated into the paragraph.
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
SHOW: Throughout the introduction, show pictures of professional business attire and discuss
the price for a professional wardrobe in the architectural industry.
ASK: Ask students to conduct research, using the Internet and retail advertisements, to develop
a budget for one complete professional outfit.
SAY: Architects and Interior Designers only get one chance to make a first impression. Most
first impressions are made within 10 seconds of contact and are based upon the way an
individual looks. A professional look is essential to make a positive first impression.
ASK: How many of your families have a strong work ethic? What are the characteristics for a
positive work ethic?
SAY: Work ethic evolves from family influences and personal commitment. Work ethic plays an
important role in career success.
ASK: What is appropriate business etiquette?
SAY: Today’s world of technological gadgets has frequently taken a toll on proper etiquette.
Proper etiquette and manners help professionals earn promotions and success.
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. Explain the Importance of First Impressions
A. Dressing Professionally
1. shows respect
Notes to Instructor
Ask students to take
an on-line quiz
regarding work ethic.
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2. sets the tone for productivity
3. validates professionalism in architecture
B. Importance of Being On Time
1. involves less stress
2. shows respect
3. leads to greater productivity
Ask students to write
elements of strong
work ethic on the
board.
Ask students to write
one example of good
and one example of
bad work ethic that
they have
encountered.
Use PowerPoint and
websites as aid.
II. Developing Your Reputation
A. Overall Quality of Character
B. Actions Should Merit High Regard
C. Personal Actions are a Reflection of the
Company
Ask students to design
an 8 ½ by 11 flyer that
describes their work
and business ethics.
Use PowerPoint as
aid.
III. Personal Improvement
A. Set Goals and Work on Strategies
B. Dedicate Yourself to Personal Change
C. Practice Effective Communication Skills
Ask students to write
five personal
professional goals and
timelines to reach
those goals.
Use PowerPoint and
websites as aids.
IV. Sending a Message (Different Personalities in the
Workplace)
A. Extrovert
1. focuses on the outer world of people and
things
2. energized by contact with people
B. Introvert
1. focuses on the inner world of ideas
2. practical
3. learns through hands-on experiences
C. Intuitive
1. likes to work with symbols or abstract
theories
2. learns by thinking a problem through instead
of hands-on experiences
Conduct class
discussion to describe
how to work effectively
with each type of
personality.
Use PowerPoint and
websites as aid.
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VI. Work Ethic-personal attitude toward work and
dedication to completing a job
A. Job Loyalty-dedication to the employer and job
B. Dynamic World-involves changing jobs
C. Job Hopper-individual who does not remain
loyal to one employer
Survey students to
determine how many
have jobs. Then ask
students how long they
have been with their
current employer.
Explain the importance
of a track record at
work and longevity.
Individuals who
change jobs frequently
are viewed as a risk by
potential employers.
VII. Important Skills and Traits for Strong Work Ethic
A. Flexibility
B. Interpersonal Skills
C. Multitasking-ability to do more than one task at
a time
D. Delegating-transferring ownership and
responsibility of tasks to others while still
being responsible for the final results
Conduct class
discussion about why
workers fail to
succeed. Incorporate
the concepts covered
in this section of the
outline.
VIII. The Politeness Factor
A. Common Sense
B. Proper Etiquette
1. table manners
2. social introduction-protocol
a. person of lesser importance is introduced
to the personal of greater importance
b. person being introduced is mentioned
last
3. firm handshake and solid eye contact
IX. Required Government Employment Forms
A. W-4
B. I-9
C. Work Visa
D. Code of Ethics for Billing and Collecting Fees
for completed work
Ask students to take
on-line etiquette
quizzes to determine if
they understand the
concept.
Give students W-4
forms to complete and
explain how the
employer uses this
information for tax
withholding purposes.
Explain how
independent
contractors are
responsible for paying
income taxes and
social security as an
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employee and the
employer.
Discuss how the
construction industry
uses workers from
other countries such
as Mexico. Explain the
need for work visas.
Verbal
Linguistic
Logical
Mathematical
Visual
Spatial
Musical
Rhythmic
Bodily
Kinesthetic
Intrapersonal
Interpersonal
Naturalist
Existentialist
Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Teacher will present examples of good and bad work ethic.
Teacher will tell students work ethic websites that will allow students to take on-line quizzes.
Teacher will assign students six online lessons and related questions
(http://www.coe.uga.edu/workethic/less1.htm). Students will have time to complete six
online lessons involving work ethic.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Students will be given a group project (Packaging Yourself for Success). The project will be
evaluated using the assigned rubric.
Teacher will observe groups to make sure that all students are contributing to the project.
Teacher will navigate the classroom to ask groups questions about their presentations and
strategies for the assigned projects.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
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Question: What are two things that you can do to make a good first impression?
Question: Why is proper etiquette important in the architecture industry?
Question: “Work ethic is transparent.” What does this statement mean?
Question: How does personal attitude affect work ethic?
Evaluation
Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
Instructor should observe the work ethic of individuals involved in the group projects. Instructor
should move around the classroom to make sure that students are participating in the work ethic
and etiquette quizzes. Require students to record their quiz results.
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
Students will be evaluated on their “Packaging Yourself for Success” presentations using the
assigned rubric.
Extension
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
“It’s All About Work Ethic” Poster
Students design a poster that covers at least four characteristics of good work ethic. The poster
should include text and pictures incorporated into an architectural design.
Guest Speaker/Mock Interviews
Invite the human resource director from a local architectural firm as a guest speaker. Require
students to take notes and to develop a “Top 10 Good Work Ethics” list from the information
they gained from the guest speaker.
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Professionalism: Work Ethic Assignment #1
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III)
Directions
1.
Use the Internet to look up the following website
(http://www.coe.uga.edu/workethic/less1.htm).
2.
Complete the six online lessons located on this website.
3.
Outline the content of each lesson.
4.
Answer all questions associated with the six lessons.
5.
All answers to the questions following the lessons should be written and
submitted for a completion grade.
Professionalism: Work Ethic Assignment #2
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III)
1.
2.
Students watch an episode of Holmes on Homes.
Students will make a list of poor work ethic issues that resulted in the
need for Holmes to gut the project and start over.
Professionalism: Work Ethic
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III)
Packaging Yourself for Success
The four parts to this project will be completed by groups consisting of three
students. The project will be evaluated using the assigned rubric.
Part 1:
Prepare a PowerPoint presentation that addresses professionalism,
strong work ethic, code of ethics, and dressing for success in the architectural
industry. The PowerPoint presentation should have at least ten solid slides,
bulleted items, and graphics. Sound effects, transitions, and other special
features should be used to enhance the presentation.
Part 2:
Prepare a collage that shows the appropriate business attire for
females and males involved in the architectural industry. Also prepare a budget
that indicates how much the professional outfit costs for the male and female.
Group participants must dress in business attire for their presentation, explain
their outfits, and indicate the cost for the professional look.
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Part 3:
Develop a code of ethics for an architectural firm. This code should
also include information about expected work ethic. The code of ethics should
consist of ten or more succinct bulleted items.
Part 4:
Design an impressive poster that defines work ethic with pictures
and limited text. The poster will be presented during the team presentation. The
poster should have solid architectural design and complete information.
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
“It’s All About Work Ethic” Poster
Design a poster that covers at least four characteristics of good work ethic. The poster
should include text and pictures incorporated into an architectural design.
Guest Speaker/Mock Interviews
Come prepared to listen and take notes from the human resources guest speaker.
Develop a “Top 10 Good Work Ethics” list from the information you learned from the
guest speaker.
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Packaging Yourself for Success Project Rubric
Group Members:
CATEGORY
________________________________________
20
15
10
5
Preparedness
Group members
are completely
prepared and have
obviously
rehearsed.
Group members seem pretty
prepared but might have needed a
couple more rehearsals.
The group members
are somewhat
prepared, but it is
clear that rehearsal
was lacking.
Group members do
not seem at all
prepared to present.
Content
Group members
show a full
understanding of
the topic.
Group members show a good
understanding of the topic.
Group members show Group members do
a good understanding not seem to
of parts of the topic.
understand the topic
very well.
Attire
Business attire,
very professional
look.
Casual business attire.
Casual business
attire, but wore
sneakers or seemed
somewhat wrinkled.
General attire not
appropriate for
audience (jeans, tshirt, shorts).
Speaks Clearly Speaks clearly and Speaks clearly and distinctly all
Speaks clearly and
distinctly most (9485%) of the time.
Mispronounces no
more than one word.
Often mumbles or
cannot be
understood OR
mispronounces more
than one word.
Comprehension Group members
Group members are
able to accurately
answer a few
questions posed by
classmates about the
topic.
Group members are
unable to accurately
answer questions
posed by classmates
about the topic.
distinctly all (10095%) the time, and
mispronounces no
words.
(100-95%) the time, but
mispronounces one word.
Group members able to accurately
able to accurately
answer most questions posed by
answer almost all
classmates about the topic.
questions posed by
classmates about
the topic.
Total Points Earned ___________
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