Where the Work Is: Instructor Notes

Checking Out Industries in Canada

• Make sure that learners can access a computer that will allow them to use the Internet
• Review or introduce learners to note-taking techniques when doing research (rather than printing numerous pages of material)
• Ask learners to work in small groups or individually to get information about one of the four main sectors in Canada
• Remind learners to take notes
• Have each group present or share the information
• Review or introduce learners to interview techniques
• Have each learner complete an interview form about the jobs people do
• Ask learners to interview as many people as they can about the jobs they do
• Have learners present their findings to the group
• Make sure learners know which of the four main industry groups or sectors the jobs are related to

Tips for Level 5

Review or introduce learners to techniques used to summarize material

• Ask learners to write a one-page summary of their findings after researching one of the four main industries in Canada
• Ask learners at this level to identify a job or jobs that interest them
• Have learners research the job(s) on the Internet, take notes, summarize their findings, and present the information to the group
• Encourage fellow learners to ask questions and share information about previous job experiences