school-to-work transition

"Careers in the 21st century are changing, but traditional education methods are not preparing students for these new jobs and demands. In this thought-provoking book, esteemed educator A.J. Juliani describes how we need to modify our classrooms to instill in students the drive for inquiry and innovation that they will need to succeed beyond school doors. Juliani reveals the ways that teachers can use Google's 20% Time, Genius Hour, and Project-Based Learning to make students more creative, inquisitive, engaged in learning, and self-motivated--the kind of people we need to move society forward! He offers easy ways to implement these ideas while meeting the Common Core and still allowing plenty of time for content instruction. Special Features:Research on the benefits of inquiry-based learning Connections to the Common Core State StandardsStories and examples from the fieldExciting ideas for using 20% Time, Genius Hour, and PBL at various grade levelsTips for preparing parents and administration for your new instructionIdeas for expanding your knowledge and continually learning in this areaClassroom applications for each chapter, including sample projects and resourcesBonus content with reproducible materials that you can use in your classroom right now, such as student checklists, questions, lessons, and unit plansAs Juliani emphasizes, if we want our students to change the world, we must change our classrooms to foster inquiry and innovation. ".

A resource for high school and community college students who want to find, get, and make the most out of an internship. Offers adivice on how to use community, school, and college resources to help secure an internship, writing a resume, show the skills and attitudes every organization wants to see during the interview, prepare for an interview by anticipating the typical interview questions, take on value added projects once the internship gets going, and use the internship experience in their future.

"How can you empower students with invisible disabilities to manage their challenges, accept and advocate for themselves, and reach their goals and dreams? This guidebook has inspiring and informative answers. Told with the authentic voices of adults with hidden disabilities, this encouraging, eye-opening book will help you guide students on the path to disability pride and support their success in the classroom and community. Personal stories blend with powerful strategies as the authors share reflections on their experience with disability--and offer up practical teaching tips and interventions based on the latest research. An essential resource for educators, families, and self-advocates, this book will help students with non-visible disabilities dare to dream big and unlock their full potential.DISCOVER HOW TO promote disability pride within students, schools, and communities teach critical life skills, including social-emotional, executive function, reading, and coping skills reduce the stigma of hidden disabilities; develop mentoring programs that connect students with advice and encouragement; assist college students as they navigate the challenges of campus life and classes; prepare young adults to launch fulfilling careers and responsible, self-determined adult lives; help students develop authentic and meaningful relationships with others support students with a range of hidden disabilities, including ADHD, learning disabilities, autism, and emotional and behavioral disturbance PRACTICAL MATERIALS: A helpful "Path to Disability Pride" framework that readers can use to track their own path to pride or help advocate for someone else's ready-to-use Teaching Tips for the classroom; candid stories from and interviews with people who have hidden disabilities. "--.

Careers in the 21st century are changing, but traditional education methods are not preparing students for these new jobs and demands. In this thought-provoking book, esteemed educator A.J. Juliani describes how we need to modify our classrooms to instill in students the drive for inquiry and innovation that they will need to succeed beyond school doors.

True life stories and practical lessons demonstrate how people can find career success, even if they do not have good grades, an extensive network of connections, or the right degree.

Provides in-depth information about 150 careers that do not require a four-year college degree, including aircraft mechanic, dental assistant, jeweler, paralegal, and teacher aide; discussing the nature of each job, requirements, advancement, methods of entering, and conditions of work.

Examines the school-to-work situation in the U.S., discussing the limited opportunities available to students who do not attend college, and looking at how other countries have responded to the challenge of helping young people find responsible jobs.