Students explore their local economy, business, industries and career opportunities for them here on the Coast.
Understanding the nature of the Central Coast economy (industry types) and preparing to be part of its business community is essential for students aiming to build a career in this local environment.
In this lesson sequence, students will delve into the industry landscape of the Central Coast and learn what businesses and local industries will look for in potential employees. This aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to prepare them for successful local careers.
Summary
This lesson sequence empowers students to explore the economic landscape of the Central Coast and understand what businesses and local industries look for in potential employees. Through inquiry-based learning and industry collaboration, students will develop skills and knowledge essential for building a career in this unique environment.
Industry Lead / Collaborator & Resources
Suggested Lesson Sequence
Lesson # | Learning Objective | Summary of Lesson | Key Knowledge by the End of the Lesson |
1 | Understand the Central Coast economy and key industries | Introduction to the Central Coast economy, identifying major industries and businesses. | Overview of the Central Coast’s economic environment and major industries. |
2 | Analyse skills and attributes desired by local employers | Collaboration with Rarekind to discuss workplace culture and desired employee skills. | Skills and attributes local businesses seek in potential employees. |
3 | Develop career-oriented communication and presentation skills | Students create and refine a sales pitch for a chosen local business or industry. | How to effectively communicate and present oneself professionally. |
4 | Reflect on personal interests and potential career paths | Reflection session where students connect their skills and interests to career opportunities on the Central Coast. | Understanding of how personal interests can align with local career opportunities. |
Suggested Syllabus/KLA Alignment
This learning sequence aligns with the following NSW Stage 5 outcomes:
Rarekind
Recruitment & Human Resources Services
Central Coast Council
Economic Development
Our Coast
Career Ready Student
Understanding the nature of the Central Coast economy (industry types) and preparing to be part of its business community is essential for students aiming to build a career in this local environment.
In this lesson sequence, students will delve into the industry landscape of the Central Coast and learn what businesses and local industries will look for in potential employees. This aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to prepare them for successful local careers.
Summary
This lesson sequence empowers students to explore the economic landscape of the Central Coast and understand what businesses and local industries look for in potential employees. Through inquiry-based learning and industry collaboration, students will develop skills and knowledge essential for building a career in this unique environment.
Industry Lead / Collaborator & Resources
Suggested Lesson Sequence
Lesson # | Learning Objective | Summary of Lesson | Key Knowledge by the End of the Lesson |
1 | Understand the Central Coast economy and key industries | Introduction to the Central Coast economy, identifying major industries and businesses. | Overview of the Central Coast’s economic environment and major industries. |
2 | Analyse skills and attributes desired by local employers | Collaboration with Rarekind to discuss workplace culture and desired employee skills. | Skills and attributes local businesses seek in potential employees. |
3 | Develop career-oriented communication and presentation skills | Students create and refine a sales pitch for a chosen local business or industry. | How to effectively communicate and present oneself professionally. |
4 | Reflect on personal interests and potential career paths | Reflection session where students connect their skills and interests to career opportunities on the Central Coast. | Understanding of how personal interests can align with local career opportunities. |
Suggested Syllabus/KLA Alignment
This learning sequence aligns with the following NSW Stage 5 outcomes:
Rarekind
Recruitment & Human Resources Services
Central Coast Council
Economic Development
Our Coast
Career Ready Student
This Central Coast Council Project is an economic development strategic initiative (from the Central Coast Economic Development Strategy 2040) designed to foster collaboration between education, industry, government, and the broader community. The project’s central hub has been named Central Coast Education Networks.
Council’s program supplier is MCB Business Partners, under the leadership of the Central Coast Council’s Economic Development Section. The project aims to create and enhance school programs & lessons that inspire young people to connect with commerce on the Central Coast and all its opportunities.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work and play. We pay our respects to Darkinjung country, and Elders past and present. We recognise the continued connection to these lands and waterways and extend this acknowledgement to the homelands and stories of those who also call this place home. We recognise our future leaders and the shared responsibility to care for and protect our place and people.
This Central Coast Council Project is an economic development strategic initiative (from the Central Coast Economic Development Strategy 2040) designed to foster collaboration between education, industry, government, and the broader community. The project’s central hub has been named Central Coast Education Networks.
Council’s program supplier is MCB Business Partners, under the leadership of the Central Coast Council’s Economic Development Section. The project aims to create and enhance school programs & lessons that inspire young people to connect with commerce on the Central Coast and all its opportunities.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live, learn, and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging and recognise their ongoing connection to Country, culture, and community. We are committed to walking alongside First Nations peoples in the spirit of reconciliation and respect.
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Central Coast Education Networks is A Central Coast Council Economic Development Initiative
This Central Coast Council Project is an economic development strategic initiative (from the Central Coast Economic Development Strategy 2040) designed to foster collaboration between education, industry, government, and the broader community. The project’s central hub has been named Central Coast Education Networks.
Council’s program supplier is MCB Business Partners, under the leadership of the Central Coast Council’s Economic Development Section. The project aims to create and enhance school programs & lessons that inspire young people to connect with commerce on the Central Coast and all its opportunities.
Central Coast Education Networks is A Central Coast Council Economic Development Initiative
This Central Coast Council Project is an economic development strategic initiative (from the Central Coast Economic Development Strategy 2040) designed to foster collaboration between education, industry, government, and the broader community. The project’s central hub has been named Central Coast Education Networks.
Council’s program supplier is MCB Business Partners, under the leadership of the Central Coast Council’s Economic Development Section. The project aims to create and enhance school programs & lessons that inspire young people to connect with commerce on the Central Coast and all its opportunities.