Partner Event
Connect students to opportunities to get involved in their local communities.
Attending a community event allows students to expand their knowledge of their local environments and companies and organizations in various professional sectors.
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How does this fit with my class?
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Students can hone their networking skills by interacting directly with professionals from the community. Students can explore opportunities to volunteer, find mentors, and secure internships.
Objectives
- Expand knowledge of current trends in the community or an industry
- Network with professionals and community members
- Utilize professional communication skills in an authentic setting
Activity Location
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In school
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Virtual
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Out of school
Prep Time
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Low
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Medium
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High
Scope
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Lesson
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Event
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Program
What will my students gain?
From the Partnership for 21st Century Learning:
Communication and Collaboration
- Articulate thoughts and ideas effectively using oral, written and nonverbal communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts
- Listen effectively to decipher meaning, including knowledge, values, attitudes and intentions
- Use communication for a range of purposes (e.g. to inform, instruct, motivate and persuade)
- Communicate effectively in diverse environments
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Analyze how parts of a whole interact with each other to produce overall outcomes in complex systems
- Reflect critically on learning experiences and processes
Productivity and Accountability
- Present oneself professionally and with proper etiquette
- Respects cultural differences and works effectively with people from a range of social and cultural backgrounds