Job Inte

Design Guide

Designers for Learning - Adult Learning Zone


Part 1: Lesson Description

Lesson Title

Job Interview Basics-Observe, Discuss, Create

Abstract

Learners will learn how to answer an interview question "tell me about yourself" by themselves by viewing instruction on google slides on their mobile phone. And they can receive feedback from other learners and instructors in a face-to-face discussion session.

Learner Audience / Primary Users

Teacher, Student (aged 17-80) Low reading level Grade 1-3 Please note: the examples used are focused on a male audience but are easily applied to female learners. Although the lesson is accessible to learners with low reading levels, this lesson can be applied to all levels of instruction.

Educational Use

  • Curriculum / Instruction

College & Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) Alignment

  • Level: Adult Education
  • Grade Level: CCRS A
  • Subject: English Language Arts / Literacy
  • Strand: Speaking and Listening
  • Standard Description:
  • SL.1.1 CCR Anchor 1: Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. A-Participate in collaborative discussions with diverse partners in small and larger groups. a. Follow agreed upon rules for discussions (e.g. listening to others with care, speaking one at a time about the topics and texts under discussion). b. Build on others’ talk in conversations by responding to the comments of other through multiple exchanges. c. Ask questions to clear up any confusion about the topics and texts under discussion.
  • SL.K.2 CCR Anchor 2: Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. a. Confirm understanding of text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media by asking and answering questions about key details and requesting clarification if something is not understood.
  • CCR Anchor 6: Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. SL.K.6 Speak audibly and express thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly. SL.1.6 Produce complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation.

Language

English

Material Type

  • Lesson plans
  • Video
  • Simulations
  • Teaching and Learning Strategies

Learning Goals

The purpose of this lesson is for learners to be able to:

  • Learn key elements of answer interview questions through two videos
  • Plan a response to the question "Tell me about yourself" according to instruction and a video demonstration
  • Demonstrate an appropriate response to the interview prompt, “Tell me about yourself.”

Keywords

  • Designers for Learning
  • Adult Education
  • Job Interview Basics
  • SL
  • CCR

Time Required for Lesson

15 minutes or multiple sessions if necessary

Prior Knowledge

Learners must have an understanding how to use email on their mobile phone.

A Note about Reading Aloud:

The script is written at a higher reading level than this learner can handle. If learners are forced to read this script aloud to the class would be an obstacle to the objectives of the lesson. If you use the print version, please read the text to students in your best acting voice.

Placement of Lesson

This lesson has the ability to build confidence and forge a relationship between the learner, class, and teacher. If it is placed in the first few weeks of instruction, the teacher may be able to break down some communication barriers. The learner may open up about their background, culture, belief systems, etc. but only if they feel the environment is safe and supported.

Required Resources

PowerPoint of instruction on the use of google slides

Shared link to google slides

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Resource Links Follow:

PowerPoint of the instruction of how to install google slides:

Download: google_slides_instruction_CoDXKQQ.pptx

Link to google slides of the interview basic instruction:

Shared Google slides


Lesson Author & License

  • Lesson Author: Geng Niu

Lesson plan

Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, the learner should be able to:

  • Know the elements of how to answer the question "Tell me about yourself".
  • Plan and demonstrate an appropriate response to the interview prompt, Tell me about yourself.

Lesson Topics

Key topics covered in this lesson include:

  • The importance of job interview
  • Key elements of how to answer interview questions
  • A demonstration video of what is a good answer

Context Summary

All of us have been put in a situation where we are required to talk about ourselves. Whether it is a future mother-in-law or employer, organizing our thoughts and delivering a cohesive message is an important skill. This lesson presents two similar scenarios in a job interview context. Learners must discuss the scenarios and create a list of guidelines for interviews. A job recruiter comment is supplied to add supplemental information. Learners will create a personal response to the prompt tell me about yourself.

This lesson is designed for learners with low literacy levels but can be applied to all literacy levels. To aid in accessibility for the learners, speaking and viewing will be the main medium for activities and culminating assessments however, audio and written transcripts are provided.

Relevance to Practice

Confidence in oral language is a key to success for successful living. Whether explaining your day to a spouse or describing your work history to a potential employer, it is important to speak articulately and appropriately. By observing and discussing two opposite interview scenarios, learners can collaborate a good response to the prompt, Tell me about yourself. This learning has real world applications that can translate to successful job interviews and communication in general.

Key Terms and Concepts

  •  Appropriate Language
  • Attire
  • Attitude

Instructional Strategies and Activities

Pre-instruction

Time: 3 minutes

Learners will be provided a PowerPoint on how to install google slides. And instructors will share the google slides link to learners' email so learners can view the instruction on their mobile phones.

Instruction

Warm-up

Time: 2 minutes

Learners will learn the importance of job interviews for getting a job.

Comparison and Contrast

Time: 5 minutes

Learners will learn about the guidelines of how to formulate a proper response to the question "Tell me about yourself" through watching two videos.

Video demonstration

Learners will watch a video of an expert answer and start to prepare their own answer for the discussion session.

Resources:

Download: google_slides_instruction_hzuraoD.pptx

Google slides:

https://docs.google.com/a/umail.iu.edu/presentation/d/1PrX2yEhLVbjesdOZHOjbCq3sh0VdwEkVZLB1WDkZJSw/edit?usp=sharing

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Part 3: Supplementary Resources & References

Supplementary Resources

None

References

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jacquelynsmith/2013/04/17/7-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-your-job-search/#253988e43811


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7yE74efSjw


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQoUIQJVwEQ


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qR-IhZJOq3U

Attribution Statements

None

CC Attribution


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Content in this course can be considered under this license unless otherwise noted.        
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(Design Guide effective March 29, 2016)

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