Successful Resume

30min
1,000 P
Engaging LinkedIn Profiles & Resumes

Description

Lesson Plan: LinkedIn Profiles and Resumes 

 

Objective:

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

  • Understand the basic structure and purpose of a LinkedIn profile.
  • Identify key sections of a resume.
  • Create or enhance their own LinkedIn profile and resume.

Lesson Outline:

1. Introduction (5 minutes)

  • Objective: Set the context and explain the importance of LinkedIn profiles and resumes.
  • Activity:
    • Start with a brief discussion about job hunting and career development.
    • Share explanation of LinkedIn as a professional networking platform and the resume as a tool to present skills and experiences.

2. Understanding LinkedIn Profiles (10 minutes)

  • Objective: Learn about the key sections of a LinkedIn profile.
  • Activity:
    • Interactive Exercise:
      • brainstorm a headline for their LinkedIn profile.
      • write “About” summary.

3. Understanding Resumes (10 minutes)

  • Objective: Learn about the basic structure of a resume.
  • Activity:
    • Screen Share:Show a sample resume and discuss the main sections:
      • Contact Information
      • Objective/Summary
      • Experience
      • Education
      • Skills
    • Interactive Exercise:
      • 2-3 bullet points under “Experience” using past jobs, internships, or volunteer work.

4. Practical Application (5-10 minutes)

  • Objective: Start creating or improving their LinkedIn profile and resume.
  • Activity:
    • Task: Give students 5 minutes to begin filling out their LinkedIn profile (if they don’t have one) or update it with a headline and “About” summary. 

5. Q&A and Wrap-Up (5 minutes)

  • Objective: Address any remaining questions and recap key points.
  • Activity:
    • Q&A Session: Allow students to ask questions about LinkedIn or resumes.
    • Recap: Summarize the key takeaways: the importance of a professional LinkedIn profile and a well-organized resume.

Materials Needed:

  • Sample LinkedIn profile screenshot
  • Sample resume screenshot

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