English Language ArtsSocial Studies9-12+
College and Career Goals Inquiry
By Ms. L.
This 2-page inquiry-based writing activity invites 11th+ graders to explore their college and career goals. It includes prompts for collaborative peer feedback and reflection, designed for a 45-minute block.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a whole-class activity or in small groups to begin a unit on post-secondary planning.
- Discussion question: What are the biggest challenges you anticipate in achieving your college or career goals?
- Scaffold for struggling writers: Provide sentence frames for the reflection prompts.
- Extension for advanced students: Have students research one specific college or career path in more detail and present their findings.
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.
English Language ArtsSocial Studies9-12+
College and Career Goals Inquiry
By Ms. L.
This 2-page inquiry-based writing activity invites 11th+ graders to explore their college and career goals. It includes prompts for collaborative peer feedback and reflection, designed for a 45-minute block.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a whole-class activity or in small groups to begin a unit on post-secondary planning.
- Discussion question: What are the biggest challenges you anticipate in achieving your college or career goals?
- Scaffold for struggling writers: Provide sentence frames for the reflection prompts.
- Extension for advanced students: Have students research one specific college or career path in more detail and present their findings.
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.