The Star Power Within 2 Introduction Module 2 of Grade 11 Career Guidance Manual entitled “The Star Power Within” is practically about unleashing the knowledge and skills of every learner. The students will focus on their innate talents, interests, skills, and abilities to help them identify their potential through the different activities and opportunities of learning capsulized in this module. They will be encouraged to explore possibilities of lknowing their skills and abilities and manifest these in related activities as applied in the workplace and in given situations. This module includes an animated video presentation about the different professions that will help guide the learners in finding the career that fits their knowledge and skills. A guidance counselor/teacher/career advocate will be assigned to facilitate discussion about the video presentation. It is recommended that as learners go through this module, the parents and significant others give their support and words of encouragement so that students will be able to realize their goal of becoming a career professional. Total Time Allotment: (90 minutes) Materials • I. video clip projector laptop speaker Objectives At the end of this module, the learners are expected to: 1. 2. 3. identify the knowledge and skills needed in the different professions and life choices; identify the knowledge and skills needed in the preferred profession; and value the importance of knowledge and skills required in the profession. II. Motivation (10 minutes) Star Qualities Show a video presentation about the different professions/jobs. Remind students that their knowledge about a certain profession is necessary to be able to perform the job. Guide Questions 1. 2. 3. What does the video clip tell about? What professions/jobs were shown in the video? What does it require an individual to be able to perform the tasks for each profession or job? (Possible answers: interest, motivation, skill, determination, hard work, etc.) Alternative Activity (for non-Energized Schools) The teacher will ask a volunteer to show his/her talent or skill in front of the class. Guide Questions 1. 2. Module 2 What talent or skill does your classmate possess? What other qualities does your classmate need to develop more? Page | 10 III. Main Activity (25 minutes) Shooting Stars Directions 1. 2. 3. Form students into five groups. 4. The first group to finish the activity in the shortest period of time will be proclaimed the winner. Note: Provide each group with a box or a basket containing paper strips of different skills of a particular profession. Each group will pick five strips from the box/basket and paste these under the assigned profession posted on the board. (The table below are the suggested professions with their corresponding skills) Swimming Coach http://woman.t henest.com/fiv ebasic-skillsswimming3049.html Water Comfort Singer http://takeless ons.com/blog/ how-tobecomeasinger Good ear S Welder Surgeon http://weldingsc http://www.ras hools.com/resou mussen.edu/deg rces/top-10rees/healthqualities-of-agreatsciences/blog/5uniquewelder surgicaltech-skills/ Nerves of steel Concentration Strong stomach DetailOrientation Attention to detail Good eyesight Adaptability Manual dexterity Knowledge of the subject matter K I L Teacher http://teaching .org/resources/ top-10qualitiesof-agreatteacher Good Breath Control Strong breath support L Good communication with parents S Relaxed body Floating/ Aquatic Coordination Kicking Passion for children Balanced stance Good classroom management Strokes Singing voice Teaching skills Deliver bad news compassionately, yet honestly Knowledge of metallurgy Guide Questions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Module 2 How did you find the activity? What helped you identify the skills to a particular profession? Is there any particular profession cited or not cited that interests you? What is it? What makes you interested in this profession? Do you think you will pursue this after senior high? Page | 11 IV. Lecturette (15 minutes) Our knowledge about self and of our skills and ways of doing things are important elements in choosing a career. When we know our interests and the skills we possess, we are better able to indentify the kind of profession we want to pursue. Personal skills are things we are good at―our strengths, abilities, and attributes. Knowledge refers to learning concepts, principles, and information regarding a particular subject(s) by a person through books, media, encyclopedias, academic institutions and other sources (Boulet, 2011). (http://www.differencebetween.net/language/difference-between-knowledge-andskill/). Skill refers to the ability of using that information and applying it in a context. In other words, knowledge refers to theory and skill refers to successfully applying that theory in practice and getting expected results. For instance, a sales person armed with an MBA degree may have learned all the principles of marketing and selling in his business school. Going forward, in his work he would know more about his company in the arena of its product line, target market, competitors, etc. All of the above is knowledge. When the individual transfers this knowledge to create a successful sales strategy and pitch and work to achieve those sales targets, is the sales person’s skill. Trial and error methods are a great way of adding to your skills. Sometimes, certain skills are inherent in a person. For instance, some people are born carpenters. But skills can take a person only to a certain level. To move ahead, it is necessary that a person has the requisite knowledge as well. For instance, while a person may have a good hand in carpentry, acquiring an engineering degree can do wonders for the person’s skills. In the same manner, some people may have theoretical knowledge but may just not be able to use it while performing a task. Knowledge is the things we know while skill is the ability to apply what we know. Each of us possesses different skills. Each of us vary in the strengths and weaknesses that we possess. This makes us unique. Because we are unique, we differ in the way we do things. Since no two individuals are the same, we need to complement each other. In like manner, different professions require different skill sets and abilities. Skills are divided according to the following categories (Santa Maria, 2006): People Skills―work with, help, entertain, service, or influence the actions or thinking of people. Data Skills―handle details, facts, numbers, records or files in a quick and accurate way. Thing Skills―operate, maintain, or build machinery or regulate or process equipment; understand and work with physical, chemical, or biological functions. Idea Skills―solve abstract problems and express thoughts or feelings in a creative or ingenious way. Skills can also be categorized as employability skills or (http://www.skillsyouneed.com/general/employability-skills.html). These are: skills you need for a job. Interpersonal Skills―these are important when seeking employment and may be the single most important factor for many recruiters. Communication Skills―Employers look for people who communicate well both verbally and in writing. Critical Thinking Skills―The ability to solve problems and make decisions can be a huge asset to your employer and these are therefore desirable skills to develop. Personal Development―This is all about having the right attitude towards work and the organization you work for. Employers look for people who are keen to develop and learn. Presentation Skills―Presenting information clearly and effectively is a key skill in the workplace and presentation skills are required in almost every modern employment area. Leadership Skills―Leadership is the ability to influence others toward the achievement of a goal. Module 2 Page | 12 Numeracy or Number Skills―Numeracy involves an understanding of numerical data, statistics and graphs, and is also part of making decisions and reasoning. Information Technology Skills―Most people need some information techmology (IT) skills to find work today. Acquiring basic IT skills and being familiar with using a computer may open up a wide range of employment opportunities and increase your marketability in the workplace. V. Application (15 minutes) Star Power Directions 1. Form groups of five learners per group the. Give each group a tableau topic secretly. As the group presents, the other groups will guess what the performing group is presenting. The group with the highest correct answers wins. Below are suggested tableau topics to be guessed. A referee officiating a basketball game A chef cooking A policeman catching a thief A lawyer defending his/her client in a court An entrepreneur operating a business Guide Questions 1. 2. Were you able to identify the profession portrayed at once? Why? 3. What challenge/s did you experience in demonstrating the character or profession assigned to your group? Did the groups effectively show the knowledge and skills of the professionals they were portraying? Support your answer. VI. Reflection (10 minutes) Activity Sheet 2.1 Reach for a Star Directions: Let the students write an essay about the title: “Reach for a Star.” Have them write this in their journal. Give the questions below as their guide. (Note: “Star” refers to a profession that the student wants to achieve successfully) Guide Questions 1. 2. 3. What skills do I need to develop/hone in order to reach my star (dreamed career)? Do my skills propel my plan to become a successful professional in the near future? What steps should I make in order to achieve my goal? VII. Evaluation (10 minutes) Activity Sheet 2.2 Star Qualities Directions: Rate yourself honestly. Your ratings will give direction for your own improvement. Check the column that you believe speaks about you. Legend: Like Me (1) ― means you have that particular skill Not Like Me (2) ― means you do not have that particular skill) Module 2 Page | 13 Remember: Every individual is unique. Do not compare yourself with your classmates. You have your own strengths and weaknesses. People Skills Like Me 1 Not Like Me 2 Speaking Leading Selling Helping Negotiating Data Skills Like Me 1 Not Like Me 2 Like Me 1 Not Like Me 2 Computing Checking Analysing Researching Tabulating Thing Skills Repairing Operating Inspecting Module 2 Page | 14 Assembling Manipulating Idea Skills Like Me 1 Not Like Me 2 Expressing Predicting Implementing Instructing Organizing A plan and a well-prepared assessment can bring out areas for self-growth. Knowledge, skills, and a positive attitude are the driving forces for a holistic development that would direct the realization of an individual’s career achievement. Based on the activity above, consolidate your answers by listing down the skills in each column. Like Me (1) Not Like Me (2) Guide Questions 1. 2. 3. What possible profession/career fit into your skills? What other skills do you need to develop to succeed in your chosen career? What steps do you need to undertake to achieve your dreamed profession? VIII. Assignment (optional, 5 minutes) Shine like a Star Directions: Have the students go to their original groups and plan to interview professionals in the community about their success stories. Ask how they were able to develop the knowledge and skills needed in their chosen profession. Have each group take a video during the interview and upload it on Facebook with the hashtag #shinelikeastar, with the permission of the persons interviewed. Module 2 Page | 15
