English 12 REAL WORLD SKILLS: RESUME AND COVER LETTERS

 Resumes are a form of PROFESSIONAL WRITING.  Resumes are different from academic writing in that they serve a different AUDIENCE and PURPOSE in that the author is trying to get something. As a result, it is an extremely persuasive form of writing. LESSON 1: WHAT IS A RESUME?

When would someone need a resume? Applying for college Applying for a job Applying for a scholarship Applying for an award Creating a portfolio LESSON 1: WHAT IS A RESUME?

Purpose of a resume: Three F’s Function Form eFfectiveness LESSON 1: WHAT IS A RESUME?

Function: The function of a resume is to inform the audience about you in order to accomplish something. What you’re trying to accomplish depends on what you’re trying to do. This might include: getting a job, getting into college, winning a scholarship, or being selected for an internship LESSON 1: WHAT IS A RESUME?

Form: Resumes need to look a certain way. People who read resumes expect them to include specific information, such as your name, address, contact information, education, past jobs, volunteer experience, and special skills. If a resume does not look like a traditional resume, the reader may be confused and think the writer is not educated about writing proper resumes. LESSON 1: WHAT IS A RESUME?

(e)Ffectiveness: For a resume to be effective, it must demonstrate your knowledge of both function and form. An effective resume: Has a clear purpose that shows why you are writing it Is visually appropriate and appealing, or easy to read Includes all the necessary information about the writer Is grammatically correct with no errors in punctuation or spelling LESSON 1: WHAT IS A RESUME?

ACTIVITY: Review two sample resumes Use the “3 F’s” graphic organizer to evaluate the sample resumes Turn in the evaluation forms as an exit ticket LESSON 1: WHAT IS A RESUME?

Read “College Admissions High School Resume” and ”High School Students Need a Resume Too” Write a paragraph summary for each article identifying the main idea and supporting it with three specific details from the text. LESSON 2: DEVELOPING CONTENT

Think-Pair-Share: Turn to the person next to you and share your summaries of each article. Together, come up with a one- sentence answer to the question what is the most important thing students should keep in mind when writing a resume? LESSON 2: DEVELOPING CONTENT

REVIEW: What are the “3 F’s” of resume writing? Function Form eFfectiveness LESSON 2: DEVELOPING CONTENT

Two types of resumes: Chronological Functional LESSON 2: DEVELOPING CONTENT

Chronological resumes are organized according to time order of completion Functional resumes focus on information specific to the job/opportunity the writer is trying to obtain LESSON 2: DEVELOPING CONTENT

Look at the two sample resumes from last class and identify which one is a chronological resume and which one is functional. Which one do think would be best for you right now? LESSON 2: DEVELOPING CONTENT

Use the My Resume Ideas: Getting Started graphic organizer to start compiling information to put in your resume. This graphic organizer should be complete before next class. Will be check for a Formative 2 grade. LESSON 2: DEVELOPING CONTENT

QUICK WRITE: What was easy about filling of your Getting Started graphic organizer? What was difficult? What sections contained the most and least information? Why? Be prepared to share with the class your responses! LESSON 3: DEFINING AUDIENCE AND PURPOSE

AUDIENCE and PURPOSE are very important to keep in mind when you are creating a resume. Who/what is an AUDIENCE? The person/people who will read your writing What is PURPOSE in writing? The goal you are trying to accomplish with your writing LESSON 3: DEFINING AUDIENCE AND PURPOSE

Thinking about a resume, identify the following: AUDIENCE (both primary and secondary readers) College admission officers, scholarship coordinators, potential employers and co-workers PURPOSE (what information are they looking for?) Show education, past work experience, volunteering, and awards to help see skills and experience necessary to be successful at their university/place of employment Using the sample resumes from the past two class periods, identify the audience and purpose on each. LESSON 3: DEFINING AUDIENCE AND PURPOSE

 ACTIVITY:  Use the Visualizing your Resume graphic organizer to compile the information you will include in your resume.  Have this graphic organizer completed for next class period. LESSON 3: DEFINING AUDIENCE AND PURPOSE