Mod C - Practical Writing

April 19-23 Job Project

This week we will begin the Job Project.

Tuesday: You will need to bring in job listings from the newspaper or printed off the internet. We will analyze them to determine what makes a good job listing as well as what to avoid.

Prep Work: Think about what your company will be.

Wednesday: Begin to create your company (see handout). Importance of dressing up was discussed. Business letter writing introduced.

Prep Work: Decide what your company will do, what it will be named, and what jobs you will need to fill.

Thursday: Begin to fill in the planning sheet for the Job Project. Continue business letter writing.

Prep Work: Charades cards

Friday: Non-verbal communication exercise (aka Charades)

Prep Work: None - have a great vacation!