Principles of AAVTC 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Arts, AV Technology & Communication Lesson Plan Performance Objective Students will examine various AAVTC Career Clusters to identify career opportunities and the skills, education, and certifications required for employment. Specific Objectives Students will identify training, education, and certification requirements needed for employment. Students will evaluate and compare employment opportunities. Students will choose an AAVTC career and create a presentation. Students will participate in class presentation and discussion. Terms Snapshot Chronological resume Professional resume Cover letter Scannable resume Career Lifestyle Certification Employment Time When taught as written, this lesson should take approximately 10 1-hour class periods to complete. 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. 130.82. (c) Knowledge and Skills (1) The student applies English language arts in Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications cluster projects. The student is expected to: (A) demonstrate use of content, technical concepts, and vocabulary; (B) use correct grammar, punctuation, and terminology to write and edit documents; (D) compose and edit copy for a variety of written documents; AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 1 (E) evaluate oral and written information; and (F) research topics for the preparation of oral and written communication. (2) The student applies professional communications strategies. The student is expected to: (A) adapt language for audience, purpose, situation, and intent such as structure and style; (B) organize oral and written information; (C) interpret and communicate information, data, and observations; (D) give formal and informal presentations; (E) apply active listening skills to obtain and clarify information; (3) The student understands and examines problem-solving methods. The student is expected to employ critical-thinking and interpersonal skills independently and in teams to solve problems. (4) The student applies information technology applications when completing Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications cluster projects. The student is expected to use personal information management, email, Internet, writing and publishing, presentation, and (5) The student understands Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications cluster systems. The student is expected to: (A) describe the nature and types of businesses in this cluster; (C) analyze the cluster's economic base (9) The student develops employability characteristics. The student is expected to: (A) identify training, education, or certification requirements needed for employment; (D) demonstrate skills in evaluating and comparing employment opportunities (10) The student applies technical skills for efficiency. The student is expected to employ planning and timemanagement skills to complete work tasks. (11) The student develops a basic understanding of the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications cluster. The student is expected to: (A) research the scope of career opportunities; (E) demonstrate knowledge of various communication processes in professional and social contexts by: (iii) identifying standards for making appropriate communication choices for self, listener, occasion, and task; (H) make and evaluate formal and informal professional presentations by: (i) analyzing the audience, occasion, and purpose when designing presentations; (ii) determining specific topics and purposes for presentations; (iii) researching topics using primary and secondary sources, including electronic technology; (iv) using effective strategies to organize and outline presentations; (v) using information effectively to support and clarify points in presentations; (vi) preparing scripts or notes for presentations; (vii) preparing and using visual or auditory aids, including technology, to enhance presentations (xii) participating in question and answer sessions following presentations Interdisciplinary Correlations: English Language Arts and Reading, English I, II, III, IV & V 110.31 (4) (b) (1) Reading/Vocabulary Development. Students understand new vocabulary and use it when reading and writing. 110.32 (4) (b) (17) Students understand the function of and use the conventions of academic language when speaking and writing. Students will continue to apply earlier standards with greater complexity. AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 2 110.33 (4) (b) (18) Oral and Written Conventions/Handwriting, Capitalization, and Punctuation. Students write legibly and use appropriate capitalization and punctuation conventions in their compositions. 110.34 (4) (b) (18) Oral and Written Conventions/Spelling. Students spell correctly. Students are expected to spell correctly, including using various resources to determine and check correct spellings. 110.35 (4) (b) (20) Research/Research Plan. Students ask open-ended research questions and develop a plan for answering them. 110.35 (4) (b) (21) Research/Gathering Sources. Students determine, locate, and explore the full range of relevant sources addressing a research question and systematically record the information they gather. Exploring Careers 127.3 (C) (1) (2) (3) (5) The student explores personal interests and aptitudes as they relate to education and career planning, analyzes personal interests regarding education and career planning, analyzes college and career opportunities and recognizes the impact of career choice on personal lifestyle. Occupational Correlation (O*Net – www.onetonline.org/): Job Title: Audio and Video Equipment Technicians O*Net Number: 27-4011.00 Reported Job Titles: Audio Visual Technician, Production Assistant, Master Control Operator (MCO), Broadcast Engineer, Operations Technician, Audio Technician, Stagehand, Videographer, Audio Visual Specialist, Audio/Visual Manager Tasks: Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations. Diagnose and resolve media system problems. Switch sources of video input from one camera or studio to another, from film to live programming, or from network to local programming. Mix and regulate sound inputs and feeds, or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures. Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data. Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment. Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed. Design layouts of audio and video equipment, and perform upgrades and maintenance. Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audiovisual materials and on operation of presentation equipment. Monitor incoming and outgoing pictures and sound feeds to ensure quality, and notify directors of any possible problems. Soft Skills: Critical Thinking, Judgment and Decision Making, Listening Comprehension, Presentation 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. AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 3 Preparation Review and familiarize yourself with the terminology, website links, and career clusters. Be prepared to help students find components listed in the slide presentation. Set up class tour times for all clusters on the tour handout or in-class guest speakers. Have materials, computers with internet access, slide presentation and word processing software ready prior to the start of the lesson. References National Center for O*NET Development. Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications Career Cluster. O*NET OnLine. Retrieved from http://www.onetonline.org/find/career?c=3&g=Go Roberts, S. J. (2012). Fundamentals of business communication. Tinley Park, IL: The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc. Instructional Aids Lesson Plan: 4C to Where I Want to Be Slide Presentation: 4C to Where I Want to Be Employment Quiz Employment Quiz Answer Key Course Tour Handout Job Application handout Resume template 4 C to Where I Want to Be Presentation Instructions handout 4C Presentation Grading Rubric Word processing and slide presentation software Computers with internet access Instructor computer and projection unit Online websites (teacher-directed) Introduction Ask students what they know about careers and courses offered in AAVTC and what is needed to get jobs to prepare for their futures. Discuss some of the following questions: How many of you know what type of careers you can pursue in AAVTC? How many classes for those careers do we offer at our school? Can you name and identify some of these classes and what they teach you? What are some skills you will need in order to be marketable in these careers? Have you ever thought about what careers will support the lifestyle that you want to have in the future? List some things needed on a job application and resume. AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 4 Students will complete the instructions Outline and answer questions on the Hando MI Outline Instructor Notes Go through the slide presentation with students. Discuss the following: I: AAVTC Careers View different AAVTC careers. II: What to Complete a. Employment quiz b. Course tour handout c. Job application d. Resume e. Presentation of 4C Note: During the next 10 class periods, go through the slide presentation with students. Discuss information and have students follow along, answering questions along the way. As you go through each slide, move about the room to observe as students follow the directions and complete the steps on their computers. III: Job Application IV: Resume and Objective V: 4C Presentation a. Title slide b. House, car and bills d. Career choice, including income e. Jobs, certifications, and degrees f. College choices and degrees Review each aspect of the assignment and discuss the steps students will take in completing their projects. IX: Checkpoint - Assignments Multiple Intelligences Guide Existentialist Interpersonal Intrapersonal Kinesthetic/ Bodily Logical/ Mathematical Musical/Rhythmic Naturalist Verbal/Linguistic Visual/Spatial AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 5 Application Guided Practice 1. Introduce the slide presentation. Go over terminology and make sure students understand terms. 2. Go over each of the assignments. Explain that students will complete these activities on their own. 3. Review the information and answer any questions. NOTE: If there are CDs and flashdrives available, allow students to practice using these, including copying or burning information from their computer to the external device. 4. Go over the checkpoint and grading requirements based on the attached rubric. Independent Practice Students will work individually to complete their documents. 1. Students may complete the Course Tour Handout either while touring courses on your campus, during presentations from guest speakers, or by navigating the website: www.onetonline.org 2. Students may complete the Employment Quiz and discuss answers in class. 3. Students may complete the Job Application handout. 4. Students may complete the Resume. 5. Students may create a five-slide 4C presentation including the following required parts (listed in the assignment instructions) : a. Title slide b. House, car and bills monthly costs c. Career choice, including annual income d. Courses and certifications offered at my school (use Course Tour Handout) e. College choice and degree offered there for career choice Pacing Recommendation: Lesson and Slide Presentation: Lesson – Go over what students will do in this lesson. Key Terms – Define and discuss terms. 1 lesson period Provide a tour of campus classes, arrange for guest speakers, and provide time for students to explore the O*NET website. Students will complete the Course Tour Handout. 2 lesson periods Students complete the Job Application and Resume. 1 1/2 lesson periods Students complete the 4C presentation. Go over instructions. Discuss where to find the information needed for each part. Provide time for students to work on computers. 3 1/2 lesson periods 4C Presentations in class, followed by a question and answer time 2 lesson periods AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 6 Summary Review Review talking points from the presentation and key terms from slide presentation. Discuss any issues or questions that developed while completing the handouts. Evaluation Informal Assessment Students may be informally assessed through any or all of the following methods: Instructor observation during slide presentation, Guided Practice and Independent Practice Instructor observation while students follow the steps on each slide and as they complete each handout Check understanding of terms and instructions. Review or reteach as needed. Formal Assessment Students may be formally assessed through any or all of the following methods: Completion of Employment Quiz. Students can earn 10 points for each correct answer. Completion of Course Tour Handout. Students can earn up to 100 points. Completion of the Job Application and Resume. 4C to Where I Want to Be Presentation. Presentation may be assessed using the 4C Presentation Grading Rubric. Enrichment Extension Students may want to practice looking up more than one career on O*NET and a few more options on their lifestyle and total bill choices. Students may look for jobs that they can do now related to those careers. AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 7 Employment Quiz Name________________________________________ Class Period_________________ 1. A resume should be considered a(n) _________ that tells the employer about a prospective employee. A. doorway B. snapshot C. eyepiece 2. Which of the following is not a section in a standard resume? A. Education B. Career Objective C. Work Experience 3. All of the following are considered optional sections of a resume except ________. A. Memberships and Professional Affiliations B. Career Objective C. Honors/Awards/Publications 4. What should you include in your resume to show employers that you are a well-rounded individual? A. Community involvement B. Extracurricular activities C. None of the above 5. Two aspects that need to be considered when formatting a resume include both how the information pertaining to work history is organized, and ________. A. how information is visually presented, in terms of layout and formatting B. how information pertaining to your career goals is organized C. how keywords are placed throughout your resume 6. All of the following are resume formats except ________. A. professional B. chronological C. lifestyle 7. A scannable resume should be formatted using all of the following guidelines except ________. A. Avoid italics, underlining, and graphics. B. Double-space between items in each section. C. Use horizontal lines to set off sections. 8. In a cover message, the focus should be on the aspects of your background, work experience, and _______. A. skills B. memberships C. references AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 8 Employment Quiz (cont.) Name________________________________________ Class Period_________________ 9. All of the following are important to the interviewer’s decision-making process except ________. A. how well you express yourself B. the image you present C. how many questions you ask 10. Topics of hypothetical questions frequently relate to ________. A. setting priorities B. your career goals C. your personal information AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 9 Employment Quiz Answer Key 1. A resume should be considered a(n) _________ that tells the employer about a prospective employee. A. doorway B. snapshot C. eyepiece 2. Which of the following is not a section in a standard resume? A. Education B. Career Objective C. Work Experience 3. All of the following are considered optional sections of a resume except ________. A. Memberships and Professional Affiliations B. Career Objective C. Honors/Awards/Publications 4. What should you include in your resume to show employers that you are a well-rounded individual? A. Community involvement B. Extracurricular activities C. None of the above 5. Two aspects that need to be considered when formatting a resume include both how the information pertaining to work history is organized, and ________. A. how information is visually presented, in terms of layout and formatting B. how information pertaining to your career goals is organized C. how keywords are placed throughout your resume 6. All of the following are resume formats except ________. A. professional B. chronological C. Lifestyle 7. A scannable resume should be formatted using all of the following guidelines except ________. A. Avoid italics, underlining, and graphics. B. Double-space between items in each section. C. Use horizontal lines to set off sections. 8. In a cover message, the focus should be on the aspects of your background, work experience, and _______. A. skills B. memberships C. references AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 10 Employment Quiz Answer Key (cont.) 9. All of the following are important to the interviewer’s decision-making process except ________. A. how well you express yourself B. the image you present C. how many questions you ask 10. Topics of hypothetical questions frequently relate to ________. A. setting priorities B. your career goals C. your personal information AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 11 Course Tour Handout Place your answer in the box for each course. Reference site: http://www.onetonline.org/ Scoring: 8 points for each answer to the first 3 questions, and 1 point for each rating (1-4, from most interested to least interested) = 100 points total. Audio Video Fashion Design Printing and Imaging Technology Graphic Design and Illustration What jobs are available for this career choice? What certifications or degrees are required for this career choice? What do students do and learn by taking this course in high school? On a scale of 1 to 4, rate the courses in order of which you are interested in taking (1=most interested; 4=least) AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 12 Job Application Grading: Each box correctly filled in for the first three sections is worth 4 points each. Employment history completed or marked N/A is worth 4 points, and signature and date are worth 4 points. The total points available are 100. Requirements: You must fill in each box correctly. Use 000-00-0000 for your social security number. You must include at least 1 software package that you have used, and tell how long you have used it. Check “Part-Time Only,” state “minimum wage” for starting salary, note the actual hours that you can work after school and on weekends, and state “immediately” for start date. You must include the name and address of the high-school you attend, diploma receiving for course of study, and the expected graduation date for your diploma or degree. You must include all work history and complete the boxes, or place N/A in the company box if you have no work experience. Make sure to place your initials at the end of the personal information, use cursive font to sign the bottom of the form, and date it. Personal Information Last Name First Name Address How long at present address? City Phone Number Middle Name State Zip Social Security Number What date will you be available for work? Type of employment desired ______ Full-Time Only ______ Part-Time Only ______ Full- or Part-Time If hired, can you furnish proof that you are legally entitled to work in the United States? If hired, can you furnish proof of age? What position are you applying for? What are your salary requirements? Hours you will be available to work Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If yes, please explain. The XYZ Company is a drug-free employer, and you will be required to pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. I understand and agree to participate in testing. ( ) initials AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 13 Educational Information Name and Address of School High School Course of Study List Diploma or Degree College Education Graduate Education Other Education/ Training Computer Software Knowledge List the software that you have experience using and your level of proficiency. Employment History List your two most recent employers, beginning with your present employer. Company Address Start Date End Date Supervisor Wages Position and Responsibilities City/State/Zip Telephone Company Address Reason for Leaving Start Date End Date Supervisor Wages Position and Responsibilities AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 14 City/State/Zip Telephone Reason for Leaving Signature: _____________________________________________Date: ___________________ AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 15 Resume Note: Complete the following resume template by replacing the information with your own. Each section will count for 10 points each, with the Objective and Reference sections counting 20 points each. References must be teachers, counselors, supervisors, etc.; no friends or family. Look up reference emails and phone numbers to ensure accuracy. It is suggested that you save this template on a flash drive and in your class folder under a folder labeled “Resume.” 3633 PARK DR. GARLAND, TX PHONE (972) 911-4111 • EMAIL: SLAN@EMAIL2ME.NET SHELBY LAN OBJECTIVE EDUCATION 2008 – Present Naaman Forest High School Garland, TX I work and meet expectations not only in the school system, but also in the work force as well. I make sure I arrive on time daily, even a little early if I can. I always have my work done correctly and efficiently so that it is always on time when it is due. INTERESTS AND ACTIVI TIES I have always loved reading and writing, specifically fantasy or something more supernatural and Sci-fi. I am into computers and am very interested in knowing and learning more. I like to draw and socialize. I have been in two art classes and was also in FFA. WORK EXPERIENCE 10/2008 – Present First Presbyterian Church Richardson, TX Nursery I take care of children ranging from infancy to five years of age. I also make sure the area that they play in is clean and does not hold anything that could damage their health. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE 10/2008 – Present First Presbyterian Church Richardson, TX Special Needs Childcare I take care of children ranging from infancy to five years of age. I also make sure the area that they play in is clean and does not hold anything that could damage their health. HONORS/CERTIFICATES/AWARDS REFERENCES First and Last Name First and Last Name First and Last Name st 1 place in the Advanced Art Drawing Contest 2011 ACE PhotoShop Certified May 2011 st 1 Place Literature Contest & Scholarship May 2011 Location Location Location Title Title Title Number or Email Number or Email Number or Email AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 16 4C to Where I Want to Be Presentation Instructions Students will complete a presentation including the following: Title slide House, car and bills - monthly cost Career choice, including annual income Courses and certifications offered at my school (use Course Tour Handout) College choice & degree offered there for career choice Choose one of the following careers and find information for your presentation using: http://www.onetonline.org/find/career?c=3&g=Go : Audio/Video Production Fashion Design Printing & Imaging Technology Graphic Design & Illustration Animation Commercial Photography Follow these instructions, and place the answers in 4C Presentation on slide #1: Find a house and a car. Figure their monthly costs using the instructions below. Include a picture of both, with their costs, and then add the two costs together. Add $1300 for basic living expenses (groceries, utilities, gas, emergencies, etc.) to get a total monthly cost. Use the pictures and cost information as your title slide. Follow these instructions, and place the answers in 4C Presentation on slide #2: Find a house on a real estate site. Calculate the Monthly House Cost on a mortgage calculator website. Include the price, 7% interest, 30 years or 360 months term. Then add $300 monthly for taxes. Find a car for sale, either at a dealership or online car retailer. Calculate the Monthly Car Cost on a car cost calculator website. Include the price, 5 years or 60 months term, and 8% interest. Then add $120 monthly for insurance. Answer these questions, and place in your 4C Presentation on slide #3: Name of job or career as title of slide. Average Monthly Salary (annual salary divided by 12) (monthly salary has to be at least $500 more than your total bills from slide 2 or you will need to find another house and car). Projected Demand – What is this career’s future and how many job opening are expected? List 1 company hiring for this career What will your job responsibilities be for this career? Referring to your Course Tour Handout, answer these questions, and place in 4C Presentation on slide #4: What jobs are available in this career? What certifications or degrees are required for this career? What do the students do and learn by taking this course? AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 17 Answer these questions, and place in 4C Presentation on slide #5: What college or university offers courses and degrees for this career? What is the degree called? AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 18 4C Presentation Grading Rubric Criteria Title Slide (20 points) Slide #2 (20 points) Slide #3 (20 points) Slide #4 (20 points) Slide #5 (20 points) Comments: Exceptional Above Average Below Average Unacceptable 17-20 points 12-16 points 6-11 points 0-5 points Slide is complete and demonstrates exceptional quality of work. Slide is complete and demonstrates above average quality. Slide is fair. Work is incomplete or errors are evident. Little or no attempt was made to complete the slide. 17-20 points 12-16 points 6-11 points 0-5 points Slide is complete and demonstrates exceptional quality. Slide is complete and demonstrates above average quality. Slide is fair. Work is incomplete or errors are evident. Little or no attempt was made to complete the slide. 17-20 points 12-16 points 6-11 points 0-5 points Slide is complete and demonstrates exceptional quality. Slide is complete and demonstrates above average quality. Slide is fair. Work is incomplete or errors are evident. Little or no attempt was made to complete the slide. 17-20 points 12-16 points 6-11 points 0-5 points Slide is complete and demonstrates exceptional quality. Slide is complete and demonstrates above average quality. Slide is fair. Work is incomplete or errors are evident. Little or no attempt was made to complete the slide. 17-20 points 12-16 points 6-11 points 0-5 points Slide is complete and demonstrates exceptional quality. Slide is complete and demonstrates above average quality. Slide is fair. Work is incomplete or errors are evident. Little or no attempt was made to complete the slide. Points TOTAL POINTS: AAVTC: Principles of AAVTC: 4C to Where I Want to Be: Lifestyle and AAVTC Career Clusters Copyright © Texas Education Agency, 2015. All rights reserved. 19