In this project, you'll create your own resume! You'll learn how to show off your skills, talents, and achievements using Google Docs. This is your chance to make a document that tells others what makes you special. You'll learn how to format your resume so it looks professional, and you'll be able to keep updating it as you learn new skills and have new experiences. This is a real-world skill that will help you when you apply for high school activities, future jobs, or even college!
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Project Objectives
Project Objectives
In this lesson, students will create their first resume based on the work and accomplishments they have done in their lives.
The resume will include:
The resume will include:
A Heading
Objectives
Abilitities
Achievements
Experiences
References
Assignment: Create Your First Resume (50 Points)
Assignment: Create Your First Resume (50 Points)
My_First_Resume Digital Media 1 Assignment Video.mp4Assignment Directions
Assignment Directions
Download the Résumè template from Google Classroom.
Using your notes from Google Keep, create a first draft of your Résumé
Format your Résumé using Paragraph styles as directed.
During this assignment, students will share their draft with others for feedback and suggestions.
Use the examples below as inspiration for your own project.
Project Overview and Objectives
Project Overview and Objectives
This project guides students through creating their first resume using Google Docs, emphasizing the development of a real-world skill for future applications (high school activities, jobs, college).
Project Objectives:
Project Objectives:
Create a first resume based on personal work and accomplishments.
Learn to show off skills, talents, and achievements.
Learn professional resume formatting.
Gain a valuable, updateable real-world skill.
Required Resume Sections:
Required Resume Sections:
Heading (Contact Information)
Objectives
Abilities (Skills & Abilities)
Achievements
Experiences
References
Applications Needed:
Applications Needed:
Google Keep (for notes and drafting)
Google Docs (for resume creation and formatting)
Google Classroom (for templates, assignments, and submission)
Vocabulary
Vocabulary
Abilities: Specific talents, proficiencies, or skills an individual possesses, such as language fluency, software knowledge, or strong communication. (Synonym: Skills)
Achievements: Notable accomplishments, awards, honors, or recognition received for efforts or excellence.
Action Words: Powerful verbs (e.g., "organized," "led," "developed") used to describe responsibilities and accomplishments in a resume, making them more impactful.
Experiences: A section of the resume detailing past roles, jobs, volunteer work, or significant projects, including responsibilities and dates.
Heading: The top section of a resume containing the applicant's contact information (name, address, phone, email). (Synonym: Contact Information)
Objective: A concise statement at the beginning of a resume that outlines the applicant's career goals and what they are seeking in an opportunity.
Paragraph Styles: Pre-defined formatting settings for text paragraphs (e.g., Heading 1, Body Text) that ensure consistency and hierarchy in a document.
References: Individuals who can provide a positive assessment of an applicant's skills, character, and work ethic; their contact information is typically listed in a dedicated resume section.
Key Resume Sections Explained
Key Resume Sections Explained
Example of Your Final Résumé
Example of Your Final Résumé
An Explaintion of our Project Rubric
An Explaintion of our Project Rubric
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