Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.
Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Create a formal, narrative proposal that communicates a specific concept, process, or product related to STEM.
Examples: Effects of Artificial Intelligence on Teen Spending The Pros and Cons of Nanotechnology Internship for Becoming an Engineer Developing a Plan for a Solving Traffic Congestion in a Small City““
Conduct independent research related to a selected project concept.
Examples: Internet research, related readings, original research
Write a detailed report on the chosen project, demonstrating correct usage of standard writing format.
Produce an original multimedia presentation based upon project results.
Examples: producing a digital presentation and oral explanation, creating a documentary, presenting a project model and explanation
Design a project portfolio that includes documentation of components of the project and demonstrates the validity of the process.
Examples: components–abstract, table of contents, project proposal, signature sheets, journal entries, research, formal timeline, self-assessment, mentor assessments
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and following protocols for fire and electrical safety.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.
Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Demonstrate expertise in a specific occupation within the career cluster.
Meet benchmarks selected by the instructor from the appropriate curriculum frameworks, based upon the individual student’s assessed needs.
Conduct investigative research on a selected topic related to STEM using approved research methodology; interpret findings; and prepare presentation to defend results.
Select an investigative study referencing prior research and knowledge.
Collect, organize, and analyze data accurately and precisely.
Design procedures to test the research.
Report, display, and defend the results of investigations to audiences that may include professionals and technical experts.
Demonstrate higher order critical thinking and reasoning skills appropriate for the selected program of study.
Use mathematical and/or scientific skills to solve problems encountered in the chosen occupation.
Read and interpret information related to the chosen occupation.
Locate and evaluate key elements of oral and written information.
Analyze and apply data and/or measurements to solve problems and interpret documents.
Construct charts, tables, or graphs using functions and data.
Apply enhanced leadership and professional career skills.
Develop and present a professional presentation offering potential solutions to a current issue.
Practice leadership and career skills through work-based learning including job placement, job shadowing, entrepreneurship, internship, or by obtaining an industry-recognized credential of value.
Participate in leadership development opportunities available through the appropriate student organization and/or other professional organizations.
Demonstrate written and oral communication skills through presentations, public speaking, live/virtual interviews, and/or an employment portfolio.
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
