Karuna Rhena
Joe Finkelstein
BCS-CMW-1. Students will explore the different careers available in the field of
computing.
Academic Standards:
ELA10W2 The student demonstrates competence in a variety of genres.
ELA10W3 The student uses research and technology to support writing.
Task:
Come up with five different jobs relating to the computing field.
List each job on separate PowerPoint slides. Provide a brief description of what that job entails, what
education and training is necessary, and what is the expected salary range for each job.
Create a matching activity using JMatch in Hot Potatoes. Match Job with education (certification)
requirement.
Materials:
Internet - http://www.bls.gov
PowerPoint
Hot Potatoes (Matching) - http://hotpot.uvic.ca/
Time:
Two 90 minute class periods
Assessment:
Students will present their PowerPoints to the Class and add their opinions as to what jobs may interest
them.
Rubric
Points
Five slides
2
Jobs listed with description
2
Education requirements
2
Salary Range
2
Matching Activity Completed
2