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Choosing High School Courses with Purpose

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Title: Choosing High School Courses with Purpose
Language: English
Authors: Ayotte, Steve, Sevier, Sharon
Source: Techniques: Connecting Education and Careers (J1). Oct 2010 85(7):20-23.
Availability: Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE). 1410 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Tel: 800-826-9972; Tel: 703-683-3111; Fax: 703-683-7424; Web site: http://www.acteonline.org
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 4
Publication Date: 2010
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: High Schools
Descriptors: High Schools, Career Guidance, Career Education, College Preparation, Course Selection (Students), Majors (Students), Guides, Vocational Interests, Comprehensive Guidance, Educational Counseling, Prerequisites
Geographic Terms: Missouri
ISSN: 1527-1803
Abstract: In choosing high school courses, students often seem to focus on everything except preparation for an intended major or career. They consider graduation requirements, weighted classes, easy classes...but rarely are these types of choices preparing students for postsecondary education. This article describes the "Career Companion Guide" which the Rockwood School District in Eureka, Missouri, developed to help students choose courses in high school that match their career interests and goals. The guide includes course offerings, a sample five-year plan and suggestions for extracurricular activities.
Abstractor: ERIC
Entry Date: 2011
Accession Number: EJ909593
Database: ERIC
Description
Abstract:In choosing high school courses, students often seem to focus on everything except preparation for an intended major or career. They consider graduation requirements, weighted classes, easy classes...but rarely are these types of choices preparing students for postsecondary education. This article describes the "Career Companion Guide" which the Rockwood School District in Eureka, Missouri, developed to help students choose courses in high school that match their career interests and goals. The guide includes course offerings, a sample five-year plan and suggestions for extracurricular activities.
ISSN:1527-1803