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Great Job! - PBS LearningMedia
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): careers (197), machines (17), simple machines (21)
In the Classroom
Students could choose a career from the series and create a career pathway chart outlining high school courses to take, postsecondary school/training, and entry-level positions. Students can create concept maps using an online resource such as MindMup, reviewed here. Students could also interview a local professional in one of the featured careers (virtually or in person). After the interview, they can create a written summary, a podcast using Buzzsprout, reviewed here, or a short video using FlexClip, reviewed here sharing what they learned. Have students watch one of the videos and write a reflection, including what they found interesting, what skills are needed for the job, and whether they would consider this job.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Health Science Jobs - PBS LearningMedia
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): careers (197), scientists (71)
In the Classroom
Challenge students to brainstorm and design a new medical innovation (a device, app, or treatment method). They can sketch their idea and explain how it would improve healthcare. A fun idea would be to present them in a "Shark Tank" style competition. Have students share their ideas by creating a video using ScreenPal reviewed here. Set up simple health-related simulations, including measuring pulse and respiration rates before/after exercise, practicing first aid techniques (bandaging, CPR basics), and exploring medical technology (for example, how X-rays work). Provide students with a real-world patient case study (ex., symptoms of a disease), and in teams, they can act as healthcare professionals to diagnose the condition and suggest treatments.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Skilled Trade Fields: Future Jobs - PBS LearningMedia
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): careers (197)
In the Classroom
Invite a local tradesperson (electrician, welder, or HVAC technician) to discuss their career journey. Students can prepare and ask questions about training, daily work, and career opportunities and write a summary of what they learned afterward. Students can also design a blueprint for an ideal workshop, construction site, or auto shop incorporating energy efficiency, safety measures, and modern technology. Set up small, trade-inspired challenges such as basic wiring (using batteries and LED lights), measuring and cutting materials accurately, or assembling simple mechanical parts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Jobs - PBS LearningMedia
Grades
6 to 12In the Classroom
Students could create a simple DIY air conditioner using a small fan, ice, and a plastic container. They can test how well it cools a small space and discuss the principles of heat transfer. Students could also test different materials (such as foam, fabric, aluminum foil, and others) to see which one insulates heat best. Have students predict and record temperature changes over time using thermometers. Students can work in teams to design a model building with an energy-efficient heating and cooling system. They can consider insulation, ventilation, and renewable energy sources. Make the design digitally with an online tool like Delightex (formerly CoSpaces) reviewed here. Invite a local HVAC technician or engineer to speak to the class (virtually or in person). Students could prepare questions about career paths, daily tasks, and industry challenges and write a reflection on what they learned about HVAC careers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Hot Shots and Hot Jobs: Science Matters - PBS LearningMedia
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): careers (197), scientists (71), STEM (342)
In the Classroom
Have students select a STEM career featured in the collection. They can research job responsibilities, required education, and real-world applications and present their information in a comfortable format like an oral speech or a video using a resource like Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here, or a slide presentation using Google Slides, reviewed here. Choose a featured STEM profession (ex., biomedical engineer, environmental scientist). Have students design a simple, hands-on activity related to that career. Assign students different STEM careers and have them map out the necessary education, skills, and job prospects. They can create a visual timeline using Turbo Timeline Generator, reviewed here or an infographic using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here to display pathways to their chosen careers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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PBS Learning Media's Banking and Finance collection - PBS Learning Media's Banking and Finance collection
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K to 12tag(s): banks (7), careers (197), financial literacy (93)
In the Classroom
Have students watch two videos on the same topic and compare and contrast them using the Venn diagram feature on Figjam, reviewed here. Students can track the stock market for a certain time using Google Drawings, reviewed here. Students could also host a virtual question-and-answer session with someone in banking and finance.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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PBS Learning Media's Agriculture collection - PBS Learning Media's Agriculture collection
Grades
K to 12tag(s): agriculture (50), careers (197), ecology (116), food chains (23)
In the Classroom
Skim through the lessons available on the site to find ideal resources for your lessons. Have students watch two videos on the same topic and compare and contrast them using Figjam, reviewed here. Have students create a word cloud with Aha Slides, reviewed here with all words associated with agriculture that the class generates.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Machine Learning Crash Course - Google
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11 to 12tag(s): artificial intelligence (255), careers (197), machines (17)
In the Classroom
Use the video lessons to introduce students to key AI and machine learning concepts, such as data patterns, algorithms, and ethical considerations. Follow up with group discussions about how these technologies impact their daily lives and society. Have students work through the interactive TensorFlow exercises to build simple machine-learning models, such as image or text classifiers. This activity can be tailored for advanced students or after-school coding clubs. Collaborate with math or science teachers to explore how machine learning concepts align with probability, statistics, or scientific research.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Build Your Future - Google
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11 to 12tag(s): careers (197), engineering (135), interviews (17), scientists (71), STEM (342)
In the Classroom
Organize a career exploration day where students browse the scholarships on the website and research careers in technology. Conduct a workshop to teach students how to write compelling scholarship essays. Use the application guidelines on the website to create mock applications, helping students practice writing about their goals and achievements. Use the scholarships as a framework for a goal-setting lesson. Students can identify a scholarship that aligns with their interests and develop a plan to achieve the necessary skills and experience to qualify.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ChatPDF - ChatPDF
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6 to 12tag(s): artificial intelligence (255), Teacher Utilities (199)
In the Classroom
Upload academic articles or textbooks to quickly extract key concepts, summaries, or discussion questions for lessons. Ask AI to identify important points in the text, which can turn into quizzes, assignments, or class discussions. Professional Development is made easy by analyzing educational research papers, policy documents, or training materials. Students can upload class readings or notes to ask specific questions, clarify concepts, or summarize materials for efficient study sessions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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School Library NJ - School Library NJ
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K to 12tag(s): audio books (43), ebooks (48), parents (52), test prep (70)
In the Classroom
Teachers can use School Library NJ in the classroom in a variety of ways. In elementary school, students can access e-books or read alouds. In middle school, students can access websites for current events. For high school students, there is free SAT and other testing prep.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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kudoswall - Nikhil Vootkur and Jag Vootkur
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K to 12tag(s): artificial intelligence (255), careers (197), portfolios (21)
In the Classroom
Assign students to research a career and build a portfolio demonstrating the skills and experiences needed for that job, using AI features to draft mock resumes. Have students create digital portfolios to highlight their academic and extracurricular achievements from the school year. Students can use Kudoswall to set goals and document their progress through photos, videos, or written updates. Older students can practice creating professional resumes and portfolios to prepare for college or scholarship applications.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Business: Soft Skills - Crash Course
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9 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): business (50), interviews (17), organizational skills (84)
In the Classroom
After watching the video services on business, students can put the information they learned from the videos into action by writing resumes, creating goals, and having mock interviews. Students can invite business leaders to have a mock interview or a discussion panel. Finally, students can start their own business and have other students apply, interview, negotiate their salary, and role play having a tough conversation.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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resume.co - resume.co
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9 to 12tag(s): artificial intelligence (255), careers (197), portfolios (21), writing (306)
In the Classroom
Use this resource to teach students how to write effective resumes as part of life skills and job preparation courses. Ask students to complete a personal resume as a way for them to highlight their talents. Have students complete a resume for their "dream" job, focusing on the unique abilities that make them the best candidate. Have students create a resume for a fictional or real character in history. For example, create a resume for a past president that includes a list of his accomplishments in office. Share Infographic Visual Resumes (A Pinterest Pinboard), reviewed here as additional inspiration for creating visually appealing resumes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Business: Entrepreneurship - Crash Course
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9 to 12This site includes advertising.
In the Classroom
Have students develop a simple business idea and create a 2-minute pitch. Encourage them to cover the problem their business solves, target audience, and marketing strategies. Give students a mock business budget and have them allocate funds to different aspects like marketing, product development, and operations. Divide students into "entrepreneurs" and "investors." Entrepreneurs pitch their businesses while investors ask questions and decide whether to "invest." Incorporate this into a Shark Tank unit and use with Prototype Zone, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Film Production - Crash Course
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9 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): movies (52)
In the Classroom
After watching an episode of Crash Course Films Production, students can create a "short movie" that includes the various jobs/roles that are mentioned in the video series. Use a tool like Renderforest, reviewed here for this project. Students can debate which job in the development of a film is the most important. Finally, students can create a job application in which other students apply for jobs in a movie.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Microsoft Reflect - Microsoft
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K to 12tag(s): classroom management (124), communication (119), social and emotional learning (144), Teacher Utilities (199)
In the Classroom
Use Reflect as part of your classroom social and emotional support activities. For elementary classrooms, include daily check-ins, provide learning opportunities to encourage the use of emotional vocabulary, and incorporate reflections as part of discussions of characters and their emotions when reading stories and books. In middle school, include Reflect as part of weekly check-ins for emotional support, facilitate group discussions based upon feedback from check-ins, or use Reflect's tools to encourage students to set personal and academic goals. Use Reflect with high school students to promote mental health awareness and provide tools for stress management.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Nova Education - PBS
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6 to 12tag(s): archeology (26), engineering (135), environment (248), forensics (12), paleontology (28), space (238)
In the Classroom
Enjoy the interactives, videos, and text on an interactive whiteboard or projector. Use selected activities as a center (station). Share the included articles and videos with students to supplement your STEM curriculum. If articles are too difficult for students, use a text leveler tool like the one available at Brisk, reviewed here to match student reading abilities.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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MIT Project Management Game - MIT Sloan School of Management
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9 to 12tag(s): careers (197), gifted (63), Project Based Learning (25), STEM (342)
In the Classroom
Use this simulation as a project-based learning activity to teach students about management careers, software development, and similar careers. Have students create individual projects or groups to work on a single project. Extend learning by asking students to generate progress reports throughout the process, including screenshots of their progress, reflections upon choices made, and possible changes to make within projects to increase success. Have students use Google Sites, reviewed here or another free website creation tool to share their journey throughout the project, which includes a final review document.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Women Techmakers - Google for Developers
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6 to 12tag(s): careers (197), professional development (295), STEM (342), women (184), womenchangemaker (79)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of the resources on this site to learn more about women in technology professionally and to share with students. Share stories on this site about women changemakers with students as part of career day activities or include them with studies on technology. Use Netboard, reviewed here to curate information to share with students, including videos from this site as well as other resources such as quizzes, Google Forms, reviewed here , and Genially interactives, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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