Course Description
Course Outline
| Unit | Unit Titles and Descriptions | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Skills, Strategies & Habits of Success – Students explore their interests, strengths, values, skills, and learning styles to develop self-awareness for future planning. |
13 hrs |
| 2 | Preparing for Work – Students explore career opportunities, post-secondary pathways, labour market trends, and skills needed for different careers. |
13 hrs |
| 3 | Preparation for Post-Secondary Life – Students develop goal-setting, résumé, job-search, interview, and financial management skills. |
12 hrs |
| 4 | Preparing for your Future – Students prepare for work or further education by developing résumés, cover letters, interview skills, and workplace and financial skills. |
12 hrs |
| Final | Culminating Career Portfolio / Final Assessment – Students apply self-knowledge and career research to develop a personalized career and pathway plan. |
3 hrs |
| Final | Culminating Activity – Students reflect on their learning and future goals. |
2 hrs |
| Total Course Hours | 55 hrs | |
Resources Required
Key Skills Developed
Assessment
Assessment practices support student progress and achievement through a variety of diagnostic, formative, and summative strategies. Checklists, observations, conferences, discussions, career research, assignments, presentations, quizzes, and practical tasks are used regularly to monitor learning and provide timely feedback. Students also participate in self-assessment and peer assessment to reflect on their career planning, financial literacy, and personal goals. Appropriate accommodations are provided in accordance with students’ IEPs.
Final Grade
Term Work (65%)
Based on assessments completed throughout the course, including:
| Category | Weight | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledge & Understanding (K/U) | 25% | Career terminology, pathway knowledge checks |
| Thinking / Inquiry (T/I) | 25% | Career research, goal-setting tasks |
| Communication (C) | 25% | Resumes, cover letters, presentations |
| Application (A) | 25% | Career plans, budgeting tasks, real-life scenarios |
Term work is assessed continuously through activities, assignments, reflections, and projects.
Final Assessment (20%)
The final assessment evaluates overall achievement of course expectations and may include:
- Final Exam
Final Evaluation Breakdown:
Grade 10 Career Studies (GLC2O) students only:
- 5% financial literacy graduation requirement
- 15% culminating task
Attendance and Participation (15%)
Excused absences will not negatively affect a student’s mark. Attendance and participation will be evaluated using the Ministry’s established criteria, including participation in class discussions, contribution of ideas, asking relevant questions, respecting the contributions of others, and contributing to a positive classroom learning environment.
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance and active engagement are important for student success in GLC2O – Career Studies, Grade 10, Open. Attendance and participation are monitored through the school’s Learning Management System (LMS).
Instructional time and student engagement are monitored through:
- LMS Engagement:
Students are expected to log in regularly and actively participate in lessons, career exploration activities, assignments, discussions, and other online learning activities. - Biweekly Check-Ins:
Students complete a brief check-in every two weeks to review their progress, participation, and completion of course requirements. - Course Assessments:
Career research, assignments, presentations, reflections, budgeting activities, résumé and cover-letter tasks, and other assessments are used to monitor student progress and pacing. - Instructional Records:
The school maintains records of instructional time, attendance, course participation, and student engagement through the LMS and other course records.
Students are responsible for maintaining regular participation, completing required learning activities, and meeting course deadlines. Students who demonstrate limited participation or fall behind in course requirements may be contacted and provided with appropriate academic support.
Evaluation Model
15% Total Attendance Weight
| Component | Weight | Quantifiable Metric / Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Attendance | 5% | Marked present, or late within 10 minutes, for each scheduled class period; excused absences are removed from the calculation. |
| Weekly Participation Checklist | 5% | Meets at least 3 of 4 weekly in-class engagement indicators (responding/volunteering, group work, guided practice, on-task behaviour). |
| Homework Assignment Punctuality | 5% | Submits homework on or before the due date, through the required platform, with a complete submission. |
Tips for Success
Stay Updated:
Check Announcements, “What’s New,” and your mailbox daily for important course information and updates.
Manage Your Time:
Check the course calendar, plan ahead, and submit assignments by the due dates. Aim for 1–2 hours of focused study each day.
Follow Instructions:
Review assignment instructions, success criteria, and assessment requirements before submitting your work.
Participate and Communicate:
Participate in discussions and activities, ask questions, and communicate regularly with your teacher for support and feedback.
Explore Your Future:
Connect course activities to your interests, strengths, career goals, postsecondary options, and future opportunities.
Use Feedback:
Review teacher feedback, reflect on your learning, and use suggestions to improve your work and career plans.
Technical Issues:
Contact the Help Desk.
Course-Related Questions:
Contact your teacher and expect a response within 24 hours. For urgent matters, include “URGENT” in the subject line.
Approach your learning with curiosity, responsibility, and consistent effort to be successful in GLC2O.
