Career Activity Curriculum Topic:
Finding My Purpose In Work
This lesson will introduce students to the purpose of work. They will explore how the purpose and expectations of work have changed throughout history. Students will also evaluate their own purpose for work and the benefits they will gain from feeling purposeful in the workplace. Finally, they will consider their own life’s purpose and how that connects to their career path.
Grade Level:
7th, 8th
Estimated time:
Two 60 to 90-minute class periods
Materials:
Lesson Plan, Handout(s), PowerPoint
Standards:
Domain 2.1.A
Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate understanding of the individual and societal purpose for work
Describe the evolution of work (and purpose of work) through history