Career Exploration

In this resource students are asked, "What are you interested in?" A variety of subjects are listed for them to select and a menu of associated careers in order for students to make connections between their interests and employment opportunities. Once a students clicks on their career choice the Occupational Outlook Handbook page for that occupation appears providing them with details about pay, education requirements, number of jobs, etc.

Material Type: Presentation

Author: U. S. Department of Labor

Over the Year Change in Unemployment Rates for States

This resource provides an interactive map of the United States that provides information about the unemployment rate change for a select period of time for each state. State and local governments use these estimates for planning and budgetary purposes and to determine the need for local employment and training services. Individuals use this data to assess localized labor market developments and make comparisons across areas.

Material Type: Interactive

Author: U. S. Department of Labor

What's right for me?

Find the training option that best meets your needs.

Material Type: Lesson

Author: CareerOneStop

Make a list of contacts

This webpage explains the importance of making a list of people who might be able to help answer your job search questions.

Material Type: Lesson

Author: CareerOneStop

Make the Most of the Internet

In today’s competitive business world, employers are always looking for talent—like you! And they’re increasingly searching the Internet to find applicants. So if you’re not online, you’re largely invisible to these employers. This webpage teach you how to use the internet to get noticed.

Material Type: Lesson

Author: CareerOneStop

Network Your Resume

Research shows that about 80% of jobs are eventually filled through networking, so it’s a great way to circulate your resume. Here are some guidelines to network your resume.

Material Type: Lesson

Author: CareerOneStop

Post Your Resume Wisely

Many job seekers focus on the big job boards like Monster. But according to experts, unless you're in a high-demand field, this is one of the least effective job search methods, with only about a 10% (at best) success rate. Here are guidelines for making good use of your time online.

Material Type: Lesson

Author: CareerOneStop

Why You Still Need a Resume

It’s true that recruiters can now “Google” you as part of their search process. And tools like LinkedIn do allow you to create something similar to a resume. But you still need a resume. This webpage teaches you why you need a resume.

Material Type: Lesson

Author: CareerOneStop

Job Finder

This interactive resource helps you search for jobs in any location across the United States.

Material Type: Interactive, Lesson

Author: CareerOneStop

Lesson 15: Get A Job - Mock Interviews

The students will brainstorn the do's and don't's of the interviewing process and potential questions the employer may ask. The students will take turns playing the role of the employer and potential job candidate and write a reflection of their experience in each role.

Material Type: Lesson Plan

Author: College Foundation of West Virginia

What Does the Nation Consume

This lesson will focus on what the nation consumes and how that is measured by Gross Domestic Product (GDP). In the United States, the goods and services produced for household consumption account for about two-thirds of total output.

Material Type: Lesson Plan

Author: The Council for Economic Education

North Carolina Office of State Human Resources: Academic Assistance

This resource serves to educate students about a program that can enhance their productivity in the work place should they become a manager or supervisor in the state of North Carolina at a state agency. The academic assistance program is available to them to support academic activities that directly relate to developing an organization's key competencies. This program provides reimbursement of approved academic costs if funds are available at the agency level.

Material Type: Reading

Author: N. C. Office of State Human Resources

Job Search-Power Point Presentation

I'm ready to begin my job search. What geographic locations am I willing to work? The Power Point Presentation explains the following concepts: job searching, the benefits of networking,searching the internet, and where to find jobs.

Material Type: Presentation

Author: Unknown

Tissue Engineering

In this problem-based biomedical engineering project, students answer the question: “How can you design low-cost synthetic tissues for low-resource medical schools and research labs?” This project, developed by Allen Distinguished Educator Alyson Nelson, integrates biomedical engineering and global health concepts and meets learning standards in engineering and life sciences.

Material Type: Activity/Lab

Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology

This unit serves as an introduction to a course on Human Anatomy and Physiology.  It gives a brief overview of how the human organism is organized, and then introduces the body's 11 body systems.  Major anatomical terminology is presented in this unit including body regions, body planes, anatomical directions, and body cavities.  Major survival needs are discussed along with how these needs are continually balanced within the body as the human organism uses negative and positive feedback mechanisms to maintain homeostasis.

Material Type: Unit of Study

Author: Sara McGavin

Accounting Model

Accounting covers accounting principles and practices, the complete accounting cycle and creation of financial reports. Use of the general journal and special journals, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and proper financial reporting.This course provides instruction in the basic accounting procedures used to operate a business including sole proprietorship, partnerships, and corporations. The accounting procedures presented will also serve as a sound background for employment in office jobs and preparation for further education and training. The complete accounting cycle is covered, students learn how to us generally accepted accounting principles to prepare, analyze, verify financial transactions, reports and economic information to make decisions for organizations.The course trains students in the basics of manual and computerized accounting. Students learn accounting topics including ethics, accounting principles, computing accounting, accounting terminology, job specific accounting, and clerical duties related to accounting. Students also gain real-world applications in income tax, personal finance, and stock market.

Material Type: Full Course, Lesson Plan

An Acre in Your Pocket

This lesson gives students a better perspective as to how acreage is determined. Using the computer in their pocket students learn to calculate area in feet and acres. Using their results the can calculate biomass, board feet per acre, or even the amount of electrical fencing needed to protect a meadow.

Material Type: Lesson Plan

Author: Kevin Woodard

Advanced Automotive Technology Model

This automotive course is designed for the third- and fourth-year student, providing advanced training to students as well as necessary skills and knowledge about the internal combustion engine, diesel engines, advanced car systems, and new/emerging careers in the automotive service industry. Upon completion, students will have an increased background of knowledge and skills to make repairs and adjustments on the various systems of the modern automobile, using up-to-date equipment and tools.

Material Type: Full Course, Lesson Plan

Agricultural Business Model

Students will learn about agricultural business operation and management. Topics will include accounting, finance, economics, business organization, marketing, and sales. Students will learn about agricultural business operation and management. Topics will include accounting, finance, economics, business organization, marketing, and sales.

Material Type: Full Course, Lesson Plan

Agriscience / Intro to Agriculture

The Agriscience/Intro to Agriculture course helps students acquire a broad understanding of a variety of agricultural areas, develop an awareness of the many career opportunities in agriculture, participate in occupationally relevant experiences, and work cooperatively with a group to develop and expand leadership abilities. Students study California agriculture, agricultural business, agricultural technologies, natural resources, and animal, plant, and soil sciences.

Material Type: Full Course, Lesson Plan