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Lesson Overview
In this lesson, students will daydream about what a typical work day is going to be like in 30 years. The instructor will read a pre-written script to help students meditate and guide them to share their answers.
Total Lesson Time: 45 min
Learning Objectives: Students will be able to . . .
- Come up with a dream job that they want to do in the future that matches their values, strengths and interests.
- Imagine how AI is going to play a role in that job and affect their daily routine.
Vocabulary: We recommend introducing students to the following terms in advance of this lesson: value, strengths, interest
Pacing:
- Opening (10 min)
- Daydreaming a typical workday in 30 years (15 min)
- Discussing students' daydreams (15 min)
- Wrap-up (5 min)
Planning Guide
Preparation Needed: 5-10 min
Prep Needed for Teaching In-Person:
- Review the teaching script
Resources
Teacher Resources:
- Full Lesson Plan
- Lesson Slides (includes a guiding script for new teachers)
- AI Career Portfolio Activity
Student Materials:
Paper & pencil or pen
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Attribution:
The original activity of “Daydreaming of future jobs” was created by Prof. Blustein’s team at BC as part of the "Change Makers: Urban Youth Food Justice Ambassadors” project with support from NSF.
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