Exploring Identities and Futures

Content

Students plan personal learning goals for the future and make informed decisions about their personal development, education and training. Students will develop their understanding of the general capabilities used in all SACE subjects.

Students will focus on:

• Selecting subjects, courses, and other learning relevant to pathways through and beyond school
• Investigating possible career choices
• Exploring personal and learning goals

Assessment

Folio  80%

• Part 1: Students identify and explain the seven SACE capabilities.
• Part 2: Students become familiar with setting learning and personal goals using the ‘SMART’ tool as a guide.
• Part 3: Students will identify their employability skills, research careers, write a cover letter and resume. Students discuss and practice interview techniques.
• Part 4: Students create a presentation of an aspect of Australian culture for International students, showcasing their understanding of their target audience and the relevant capabilities.

Review  20%

Students complete a written reflection on the process of creating their resource (Part 4), as well as reflecting on their personal growth over the semester, with reference to the capabilities.

Additional Information

Exploring Identities and Futures intends to assist students in recognising their strengths and seeing that the purpose and value of learning are much more than knowledge and grades.