Background Notes:

Activity One:

• responses to the brainstorm question can be recorded by either the student or the tutor
• the words recorded during the brainstorm will act as a starting point determining what vocabulary (both written and oral) the student already knows as well as identifying any pronunciation difficulties

Activity Two:

• this activity is meant to further the student's vocabulary knowledge related to resume
• writing have your student add any additional vocabulary to
• the list the homework assignment may also be completed in class using the vocabulary list at home will also build the student's knowledge and confidence in completing Activity Four
• have the student put the words on index cards and add them to their word bank

Activity Three:

• while reading the resume style handouts, check to make sure your student has a clear understanding of the vocabulary; have him use it in a sentence
• when discussing the handouts have the student identify similarities and differences between the three styles of resumes (include: content, order and where skills are listed)
• before typing, stress the importance of checking spelling, grammar typing errors, and punctuation