Career Exploration Mosaic

Duration: 60 minutes

Grade Levels: 6-12

Students will create a mosaic that represents their current selves and future career aspirations, then explore careers and opportunities that align with their interests and goals.
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Lesson Plan PDF

Educator Slides

Student Slides (English) 

Student Slides (Spanish) 

Student Slides (Vietnamese) 

Grade Levels: 6-12

Duration: 60 minutes

Concepts/Skills: Career exploration, Innovator Mindsets, self- reflection

Objectives:

  • Reflect on current interests, skills, and future aspirations.
  • Identify commonalities they have with potential STEM careers.

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