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Graphic Design Careers Exploration: Research & Poster Creation
Grade 10Other4 days
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5.0 (1 rating)Graphic DesignCareer PathwaysSkills AnalysisEducational PathwaysPoster CreationResearchFuture Planning
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Inquiry Framework
Question Framework
Driving Question
The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can students design a personalized career pathway in graphic design that aligns with their interests and strengths, considering the array of opportunities, required skills, educational pathways, and future job prospects?Essential Questions
Supporting questions that break down major concepts.- What are the various career opportunities available in the field of graphic design?
- What educational pathways and training options are available for pursuing a career in graphic design (including degree programs, certifications, and boot camps)?
- What skills and responsibilities are important for a career in graphic design?
- How does the job outlook and salary range vary among different graphic design career opportunities?
- What steps can I take now to prepare for a future career in graphic design?
Standards & Learning Goals
Learning Goals
By the end of this project, students will be able to:- Students will identify various career opportunities in the field of graphic design and describe the roles and responsibilities associated with each.
- Students will evaluate different educational pathways, such as degree programs, certifications, and boot camps, necessary for careers in graphic design.
- Students will analyze the required skills for different graphic design careers and relate them to their current capabilities and interests.
- Students will assess the salary range and job outlook for various careers in graphic design to understand potential future prospects.
- Students will create a poster that effectively communicates their research on graphic design careers, educational pathways, and future job prospects.
CTE
CTE.AME.KPAS.3.9
Primary
Develop a career plan that reflects career interests, pathways, and postsecondary options.Reason: The project involves students researching and formulating plans for their future careers in graphic design, which includes developing a personalized career pathway.
Common Core Standards
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.7
Secondary
Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.Reason: Students will conduct research on graphic design career opportunities, educational pathways, and required skills, which aligns with the standards of conducting research projects.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.9-10.4
Secondary
Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.Reason: Students will create and present a poster summarizing their research findings which requires clear and logical presentation skills.
Entry Events
Events that will be used to introduce the project to studentsDesign Your Career Path
Introduce a role-playing game where students create avatars to embark on a career journey. Students choose different career paths in graphic design, facing decisions linking to educational qualifications and skills along the way, simulating real-world career planning.Day in the Life Documentary
Start with a short documentary showing a day in the life of different graphic designers, covering varied sectors like marketing, entertainment, and tech. This visual entry captures student interest and sets the stage for deep dives into different career paths.📚
Portfolio Activities
Portfolio Activities
These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.Activity 1
Educational Pathway Investigator
Conduct research on various educational pathways and training options available for a career in graphic design, analyzing degree programs, certifications, and boot camps.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.1. Identify different educational pathways such as degree programs, certifications, and boot camps for graphic design.
2. Compare and contrast these pathways in terms of duration, cost, and outcomes.
3. Select one pathway that aligns with your career goals and interests.
4. Create an educational pathway profile for this choice.
Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityAn educational pathway profile highlighting the pros and cons of a selected pathway for a career in graphic design.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsSupports CTE.AME.KPAS.3.9 by helping students formulate educational plans and aligns with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.7 for conducting comparative research.Activity 2
Skills and Strengths Analysis
Analyze the skills necessary for success in chosen graphic design careers and compare them to personal skills and interests.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.1. List the top skills needed for your chosen career path in graphic design.
2. Self-assess your current skills and strengths related to graphic design.
3. Identify any skill gaps and propose ways to improve them.
4. Write a reflection on how your current skills align with what is needed for the career.
Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA reflective analysis on personal skills, strengths, and areas for improvement relevant to a graphic design career.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CTE.AME.KPAS.3.9 by helping students assess their skills in relation to career goals and complies with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.7 for conducting self-assessment and reflection.Activity 3
Graphic Design Career Poster
Students will create a visually engaging poster summarizing their research on graphic design careers, educational pathways, and job prospects.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.1. Gather all the information from previous activities about careers, educational pathways, skills, and job outlook.
2. Design a draft layout for your poster, keeping in mind visually appealing elements.
3. Create the final poster using graphic design software, incorporating text and graphics.
4. Ensure the poster clearly communicates the research findings to your audience.
Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA poster that effectively communicates a researched career path in graphic design, including educational pathways and future job prospects.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsThis activity ties into CTE.AME.KPAS.3.9 by enabling students to formulate and present a career plan, while fulfilling CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.9-10.4 by applying presentation skills to share research findings.Activity 4
Career Opportunity Explorer
Students will research different career opportunities in the field of graphic design to understand the roles, responsibilities, and sectors available.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.1. Choose one sector or specialization within graphic design that interests you.
2. Research the responsibilities and skills required for this career path.
3. Look into the current demand and future job outlook for this career.
4. Summarize your findings in a short paragraph.
Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA written summary describing one career opportunity in graphic design, including its responsibilities, required skills, and job outlook.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with the CTE.AME.KPAS.3.9 standard for developing a career plan and the CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.7 standard for conducting research.🏆
Rubric & Reflection
Portfolio Rubric
Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolioGraphic Design Career Pathway Rubric
Category 1
Research and Information Gathering
Evaluation of the student's ability to gather, synthesize, and evaluate information on graphic design career paths, educational pathways, and skill requirements.Criterion 1
Comprehensive Research
Assesses the depth and breadth of research conducted on career opportunities, educational pathways, and skills related to graphic design.
Exemplary
5 PointsConducts detailed research with multiple sources; provides a clear understanding of career paths, educational options, and skills.
Developing
3 PointsConducts basic research with limited sources; provides partial understanding of career paths, educational options, and skills.
Beginning
1 PointsConducts minimal research with limited understanding of career paths, educational options, and skills.
Criterion 2
Evaluation of Educational Pathways
Assesses the ability to compare and contrast different educational pathways leading to a career in graphic design.
Exemplary
5 PointsClearly and comprehensively compares multiple educational pathways, considering a variety of factors like duration, cost, and outcomes.
Developing
3 PointsCompares educational pathways considering different factors like duration, cost, and outcomes.
Beginning
1 PointsMinimal comparison of educational pathways without significant analysis of factors.
Category 2
Skills Analysis and Personal Reflection
Evaluation of the student's ability to assess personal skills in relation to graphic design career requirements and reflect on pathways for growth.Criterion 1
Skills Identification and Gap Analysis
Assesses the ability to identify key skills for career paths and recognize personal skill gaps.
Exemplary
5 PointsIdentifies key skills and acknowledges personal skill gaps with clear strategies for development.
Developing
3 PointsIdentifies some key skills with limited analysis of personal skill gaps.
Beginning
1 PointsMinimal identification of key skills, with little recognition of personal skill gaps.
Criterion 2
Reflective Thinking
Assesses ability to reflect on the alignment of personal skills with career requirements and plan for future development.
Exemplary
5 PointsProvides insightful reflections on personal skills alignment with career requirements and includes a well-articulated plan for future development.
Developing
3 PointsReflects on personal skills with limited consideration of alignment to career requirements.
Beginning
1 PointsMinimal reflection on personal skills and career alignment.
Category 3
Presentation and Communication
Assessment of the student's ability to present research findings clearly and effectively through a visual medium.Criterion 1
Visual Design and Organization
Assesses the quality and clarity in presenting research findings through a poster or visual project.
Exemplary
10 PointsDesigns a visually compelling and well-organized poster that effectively communicates research findings to the audience.
Proficient
8 PointsDesigns a clear and organized poster that communicates research findings effectively.
Developing
6 PointsDesigns a poster with basic organization and communication of research findings.
Beginning
4 PointsDesigns a poorly organized poster with minimal communication of research findings.
Reflection Prompts
End-of-project reflection questions to get students to think about their learningQuestion 1
Reflect on the process of researching various career opportunities in graphic design. What did you find most challenging and why?
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Question 2
How has your understanding of educational pathways in graphic design evolved through this project?
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Question 3
On a scale of 1 to 5, how confident do you feel about pursuing a career in graphic design after completing this project?
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Question 4
Which skills do you believe are most critical to excel in a graphic design career, and how do they relate to your current skills?
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Question 5
What steps are you planning to take following this project to prepare for a career in graphic design?
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Options
Pursuing a degree program
Obtaining a certification
Joining a boot camp
Building a portfolio
Seeking mentorship
Question 6
Reflect on how creating the poster helped consolidate your knowledge of graphic design careers. What new insights did you gain through this creative process?
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