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Materials Needed:
Teaching notes for “Pratibha Kale” case study
Student copies of “Pratibha Kale”
Paper and pen for students to use when composing memo
 
Career Pathway: Business & Management
 
Subject Area: Science/Communications
 
What will happen for learners as a result of this lesson?
Students will explore a career opportunity in international trade. They will explore the application of science in a career situation and demonstrate how science information connects to real-life situations. They will then reiterate information they have learned by responding to a persuasive writing prompt.
 
How will students learn?

• Science: Students will explore a challenge which lends itself to being resolved through the application of science or technology; read and comprehend scientific information; and use science vocabulary and concepts appropriately in written explanations. Students will also explore changing technology and the uses of technology in a career setting.
   
  
• Communications: Students will analyze and reflect on ideas while paying attention and listening in a variety of situations; make well-chosen and varied connections between own purposes and audience interests and needs; create a comprehensive and organized presentation with a clear sequencing of ideas and transitions; and determine effective communication techniques in a career setting.
   
  
• Writing: Students will practice writing clearly and effectively to explain technical information. Students will practice writing for career applications, producing technical and non-technical documents using resources from career settings.