We created these materials in order to meet the demand in the field for resources that educators could use to open deep, personalized conversations with students about their current and future goals, particularly related to their work as students and to their future career goals.
Our lessons are intentionally flexible. Teachers have used the resources in a variety of academic and extra-academic environments, over the course of variable periods of time. Ideally, it would look like a teacher completing 1-2 of the lessons every week with their students over the course of an academic year. In a learning environment, we would expect a student-centered, interactive, and metacognitive experience. First, students would ideally be leading the conversation and sharing their authentic opinions and ideas, with the educator acting as more of a facilitator or guide for the process. Second, the lessons allow for the exchange of ideas and perspectives between students about challenging scenarios and topics. Third, students are prompted to be metacognitive and to reflect on their learning through concluding activities, journaling, and self-assessments that put them in a space to evaluate their own growth.
We have recruited a group of educators to take part in implementing the resources in their classrooms, and they have in some cases shared it with their peers. All of our materials are open-source and available for free. Much of the spread has therefore been organic. We welcome new educators to join our community if they are interested in the topics we are exploring, including meaning, ethical reflection, character development, and excellence in work and life.
Please visit our website to review and access the materials. You can also get in contact with us if you have any questions or would like to join our Slack community of teachers and practitioners!
