Category: Academic/Technical Skill Integration

Integrating English Writing Standards in Program Safety Lessons (“The Possessed Brake Lathe”)

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At a Glance The “Possessed Brake Lathe” lesson incorporates multiple learning styles and embedded occupational and literacy skill development into a required automotive technology safety lesson.   Overview Prior to all new tasks being introduced in both the theory room and laboratory, necessary related safety aspects of the unit must be taught and completely understood by all … Continue reading Integrating English Writing Standards in Program Safety Lessons (“The Possessed Brake Lathe”)

Applying Project-Based Learning in Engine Technology Program

Posted on Author webadminCategories Academic/Technical Skill Integration, Project-based Learning, Student Engagement

At a Glance Students in the Vehicle Maintenance Tech (Engine Technology) program apply their learning through working on real-world projects that are linked to Program of Study tasks. Overview In the Vehicle Maintenance Tech (Engine Technology) program at Chester County Technical College High School, the Pennsylvania Department of Education Program of Study (POS) curriculum is … Continue reading Applying Project-Based Learning in Engine Technology Program

Lesson Plan/Learning Guide – Using Multiple Instructional Practices

Posted on Author webadminCategories Academic/Technical Skill Integration, Curriculum Planning

At a Glance At Career Institute of Technology (CIT), the Networking/IT instructor created a detailed learning guide that meaningfully incorporates a variety of instructional strategies, technology, and literacy activities. Overview The Networking/IT instructor used a format created by the school’s Supervisor of CTE to develop the learning guide. Students use the learning guide to work … Continue reading Lesson Plan/Learning Guide – Using Multiple Instructional Practices

Real Life Mixing in Cosmetology

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At a Glance Over the course of three days, cosmetology students at Indiana County Technology Center first receive instruction on ratios and proportions from the math instructor and then complete activities in which they must accurately mix and dispense colors and chemicals by applying those math concepts in the lab. Overview Because mixing color and … Continue reading Real Life Mixing in Cosmetology

Strategic Thinking Level Literacy Integration into Criminal Justice Program

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At a Glance Criminal Justice students at Technical College High School (Pickering Campus) participated in a research-based learning guide activity that uses current events to engage them in higher level thinking and “real world” learning. Overview During the 2014-15 school year, Criminal Justice instructor Jim Sharkey from Technical College High School (TCHS), Pickering Campus developed … Continue reading Strategic Thinking Level Literacy Integration into Criminal Justice Program

Little Lions Investment Club

Posted on Author webadminCategories Academic/Technical Skill Integration, Business, Community, Workforce Engagement

At a Glance As members of the Little Lion Fund (LLF), business students at State College Area High School advise members of the Little Lion Investment Club on which stocks to buy and sell based on their research and analysis. Overview The  Little Lion Investment Club is a group of adult investors interested in financial … Continue reading Little Lions Investment Club

Enhanced CTE Project

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At a Glance At Greene County Career and Technology Center, a group of teachers and the administrative director implemented an SREB enhanced CTE project that engaged students and provided them with a meaningful learning experience. Overview A team of three instructors and the administrative director of Greene County Career and Technology Center (Greene County CTC) … Continue reading Enhanced CTE Project

Senior Graduation Project and Expo

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Overview North Montco Technical Career Center (NMTCC) requires all students to complete a senior graduation project based on their technical concentration. The senior graduation project allows the student to demonstrate problem-solving skills, research skills, and independent work. The project also provides the opportunity for students to see multiple viewpoints, weigh conflict, and support views with … Continue reading Senior Graduation Project and Expo