Greetings:Dear Educators,
I would like to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for your unwavering dedication and hard work in educating our young learners. Your commitment to their growth and development is truly inspiring, and I feel privileged to have the opportunity to support your efforts with this rigorously reviewed and Howard County School Corporation Board-approved learning curriculum.
Classroom Learning:Effective Communication, Levels of Listening, and Interpersonal Leadership
Grade 11th – 12th
(4) 20-Minute Lessons- Mastering the Message: Advanced Communication Techniques
- Hearing Between the Lines: Advanced Active Listening
- Leading the Pack: Motivating Others
- Building Bridges: Fostering Collaboration
Immersive Learning Experience!We are dedicated to providing a rich and immersive learning experience, and as part of this commitment, we have carefully selected YouTube videos for each workshop. This thoughtful curation process ensures that every video enriches our hands-on, experiential learning approach, forming an integral part of our workshops.
In selecting these videos, we take into account the credibility of the content creator and the organization behind it. Our priority lies in sourcing high-quality content from reputable sources that align with our educational aspirations. The videos we choose not only reinforce the concepts taught but also offer varying perspectives and additional insights for a well-rounded understanding.
Recognizing the uniqueness of each learning environment, we offer a plethora of videos as flexible resources. Based on the specific dynamics and requirements of your setting, you may opt to utilize one, several or none of these videos. They're designed to supplement and enrich the curriculum.
We value transparency and adhere strictly to the guidelines of the Indiana Employability Skills Framework. This commitment ensures our learners gain access to valuable and relevant learning experiences, preparing them for future success.
To streamline the access to these curated videos, we've incorporated this QR code on every page suggesting videos. If you have a physical copy of the curriculum, simply scan this code to access the videos. For digital copies, just click directly onto the embedded video link in each module.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication to delivering an engaging, comprehensive education to our learners.
Indiana Employability Skills and Capabilities Competencies:The Indiana Employability Skills Standards are guidelines set by the Indiana Department of Education to prepare students for the ever-evolving needs of today's workforce. These standards are not just about academic knowledge; they highlight the importance of developing crucial employability skills like self-confidence, teamwork, and a positive mindset.
These standards came into existence in response to the demands of organizations and employers across Indiana who deem these skills essential for their future employees. The goal is to equip our students with the tools necessary to thrive in their future careers and academic journey.
Our workshops are carefully designed to align with these expectations and requirements. Each module of our curriculum will reference the Indiana Employability Skills Standards, ensuring that our students receive an academically rigorous and practically relevant education.
Indiana Department of Education:For further information, you can access the Indiana Employability Skills Standards from the following resources: https://in.gov > DOE > Student Learning and Pathways > Indiana Academic Standards > Current: Employability Skills
