Career &Technical Education
The importance of career and college education continues to take precedence in education. Career guidance and exploration empowers students to begin learning about themselves and how they contribute to a healthy society. By discovering information about careers and the skills and abilities needed to be successful, students uncover the “why” in their learning. Teachers and students gain more when students can connect lessons to practical applications. For example, students are more likely to be responsive to a lesson about fractions if they know fractions are the basis for understanding how to complete banking transactions necessary to work at a financial institution or for understanding how to correctly measure material needed to build new homes, which is the job of a construction superintendent.
SOFT SKILLS
Early career intervention is an opportunity for students to learn and practice key concepts beyond those practiced in academics (Palladino Schultheiss, 2005). Career education in elementary school promotes development of affective skills (otherwise known as soft skills or employability skills). Career and Technical Education (CTE) early in a student's education promotes the development of coping skills (Jackson, 2009). For example, students who participate in CTE are found to have well-developed skills for coping with feelings, emotions, appreciation, and trauma (Jackson, 2009).
Enthusiasm and Attitude are not just expectations in the classroom- they are SUPER IMPORTANT in the workplace!
Ever had a problem and just wanted to give up? Don't fret! Work to find a solution
Whether talking with teachers, parents, or to an employer, communication is key to success
We hear a lot about team work, and practice this in the classroom. This skill is one that its significance cannot be overstated
Many resources exist to assist job explorers and job seekers of all ages. The comprehensive nature of the O*NET website makes it a valuable tool for students and their guardians. This resource encompasses many perspectives associated with work.
References
Brouse , K. (2021, May 13). Understanding the affective domain of learning. Graduate Programs for Educators. Retrieved July 12, 2022, from https://www.graduateprogram.org/2021/05/understanding-the-affective-domain-of-learning/
Jackson, J. C. (2009). Organizational citizenship behaviors, collective teacher efficacy, and student achievement in elementary schools. The College of William and Mary.
Palladino Schultheiss, D. E. (2005). Elementary Career Intervention Programs: Social Action Initiatives. Journal of Career Development, 31(3), 185–194. https://doi.org/10.1177/089484530503100303