DISCOVER Partnership - VIRTUAL CLASSROOM

PROGRAM MANAGER:
Amy Goode
​(814) 781-3437
amy@communityedcenter.com

Welcome to our VIRTUAL CLASSROOM!  Use the links below to complete the assignment from your teacher.

Navigating a Path to Success in the New Economy (High School)

STEP #1 - Complete Pre-Survey HERE

STEP #2 - Watch the videos
  • Video #1 - Introduction
    •  Click here for Success in the New Economy
    • Students will learn the importance to self-assessment, exploring career choices early, making informed decisions when declaring their post education goal, and consider technical skill acquisition and real-world application.​
  • Video #2 - Skill Assessment
    • ​Students will learn the types of skills employers are looking for and relate to themselves. 
  • Video #3 - Talents and Strengths
    • ​Students will understand how to Identify their talents and relate them to career options.
  • Video #4 - Past, Present and Future
    • ​Students will look at popular careers from the past to the future and understand that technical skills are the new currency in the 21st century
  • Video #5 - Factors Related to Career Choices 
    • ​Student will learn the factors they need to consider when selecting a career, such as location, job availability, wages, skills, education and training. Includes a look at top employers and high priority jobs in their area.
  • Video #6 - Education and Training Options
    • ​Students will be introduced to a variety of post-secondary training options to connect to their individual career goals. 
  • Video #7 - Shopping for a Future 
    • ​Students will understand the costs associated with post-secondary options and the reality of student debt. In addition, they will learn about money saving alternatives such as grants, scholarships and dual enrollment credits.
  • Video #8 - Local Education Opportunities 
    • ​Students will review local post secondary options in the region.
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STEP #3 - Complete Post-Survey HERE

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