What factors help create compelling resumes? Using a professional resource, scholars complete graphic organizers to describe the sections of a resume. They also complete checklists to identify which items not to include in their resumes. Finally, they use what they've learned to create their own resumes that stand out in a crowd. 

Concepts

resumes, applying for jobs, career skills, career planning

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Have individuals add examples to the list of action verbs 
• Distribute copies of exemplar resumes

Classroom Considerations

• Requires access to a computer, word processor, and printer if using the resume template

Pros

• Provides various resources, including a list of action verbs and tips for writing successful resumes
• Includes specific lesson objectives to keep the lesson focused 

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.11-12.1