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ED 3501 ABC
Gabrielle Pankhurst, October 2, 2013
Subject: CTS
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Students will:
1. List the five CTS clusters.
2. Identify which occupational areas fall under each CTS cluster.
3. Evaluate why pathways are needed in the CTS curriculum.
4. Demonstrate accurate measuring techniques to reflect FOD 1010 4.2.3 SLO.
5. Give an example of a CTS course he/she could teach in their future based on skills, certification, or interest.
ASSESSMENTS
Observations: Student engagement in class
discussions and activities, actively listening
while presenter or group members are talking.
Key Questions: What are the five CTS clusters and the
occupational areas they include?
How do pathways play apart in the curriculum structure?
Written/Performance Assessments:
Objectives 1 &2 Ask questions (ex: what are the five CTS clusters and give one objective from each?) to
stimulate group discussion.
-Matching game. Placing each occupational area under the correct cluster in the chart.
Objective 3 Have students brainstorm individually on why pathways are important in CTS and share their
thoughts to the rest of the group.
Objective 4 Observe how accurately and effectively students are measuring all ingredients in recipe.
Objective 5 Assess whether students give a reasoned and thoughtful answer to What CTS course could I
teach in the future since CTS is for all teachers?
RESOURCES CONSULTED
Resource #1: Alberta Ed CTS Program of Studies, http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-ofstudies.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/bit.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/hrh.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/mdc.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/nat.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/tmt.aspx
Resource #2: http://education.alberta.ca/media/772058/philosophy.pdf
Resource #3: Alberta Ed Food Studies http://education.alberta.ca/media/2205552/fod.pdf
Resource #4: http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/resources/pathways.aspx
PROCEDURE
Introduction (4 min.):
Hook/Attention Grabber: Pose question to start group discussion. What does CTS stand for? What do you
think CTS courses involve?
Learning Activity #2: (3 minutes) Explain poster and information associated with CTS pathways and why they
are used as a part of the curriculum. Have students brainstorm for one minute individually and then share their
thoughts and ideas with the group.
Questions to ask to help promote brainstorming: What role do pathways play in the curriculum? How do you
think they could be used effectively? What is the main difference between credentialed and specialized skill
pathways?
Assessments/Differentiation: Assess how in their thoughts related back to the information given before hand.
Learning Activity #3: (6 minutes) Point out and read the SLO written on the whiteboard (FOD 1010 Food
Basics SLO #4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the planning, preparing and evaluating of basic food
recipes. 4.2.3 measurement techniques)
Say that it is a learning objective taken from the introductory foods program FOD 1010 course that could be
adapted and applied to a grade 10 or junior high class. The goal of the activity is to learn how to accurately use
measuring units in a recipe to create a successful product. In this exercise we are going to make a party mix with
chocolate, candies, and pretzels. The ingredients and measuring units will be put on the table and students will
take turns putting the accurate amount of ingredients into their bag. The recipe will be written on the board for
students to follow (point and read this out to them).
- 1/3 Cup Candies
- 1 Cup of Pretzels
- 4 Tablespoons of smarties
Allow for 3 minute to complete the recipe and ask students to reflect on how well they think they did at
measuring the correct amount?
Assessments/Differentiation: Does the student put the accurate amount of each ingredient into their bag?
Closure (3 min.):
Consolidation/Assessment of Learning: To assess if students have learnt about the CTS curriculum we will
review the key points discussed throughout the presentation. To verify learning students will answer questions
such as How can CTS clusters be applied to your future teaching career?
Feedback From Students: Feedback based on how they interacted with the activities, as well as how they now
think they could use CTS courses to engage students interests and learning abilities.
Feedback To Students: Thank students for their great participation (specific example of things they did well at
and what helped me get the learning objectives across clearly ex: listening)
Transition To Next Lesson: Focus on more specific SLOs from other cluster, how could these objectives be
taught? Get students to create small lesson plans that include effective use of the curriculum objectives to a
course that interests them.
Program Organization
Learning outcomes that identify what a student is expected to know and do.
Over 1000 1-credit courses in 28
occupational areas.
5 Clusters with 3 levels of
achievement: introductory,
intermediate, and advanced.
Middle years Identify interests.
CTS Cluster related to their
interests.
Occupations Career pathway
(NOC) related to the cluster.
Introductory: Students build daily
living skills and basis for further
learning. Prepare students for
related clusters or pathways.
Pathways
Pathways allow
students to:
Explore
occupation
or interest
area.
Gain
specialized
skill required
in the
workplace.
Apply
academic
learning to
real-life
situations.
Focus senior
high courses
into a career
path.
Specialized skill pathways: provide students with the specific knowledge, skills
and attitudes for employment, education, and community living. Pathways can be
customized by teachers to meet specific student or program needs.
Credentialed pathways: provide students with post-secondary or
business/industry credentials. For students to acquire the desired credential(s), all
specified course outcomes within the pathway must be achieved.
Resources:
Alberta Education CTS Program of Studies
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/bit.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/hrh.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/mdc.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/nat.aspx
http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/program-of-studies/tmt.aspx
CTS Program Philosophy and Rational http://education.alberta.ca/media/772058/philosophy.pdf
Alberta Ed Food Studies http://education.alberta.ca/media/2205552/fod.pdf
CTS Pathways http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/cts/resources/pathways.aspx