Formative Assessments

• Observe student participation during the Spot the Leader activity and class discussion about professionalism, credentials, and industry certifications.

• Monitor student progress as they explore the high school course guide, providing guidance as they locate career pathway programs and industry certifications related to their interests.

• Confer with students as they complete the "Post-Secondary Readiness – Certifications" sheet, offering feedback as they identify certifications, career pathways, and careers associated with those credentials.

• Review student participation during the reflection and class discussion, ensuring students can explain how industry certifications contribute to career readiness and fulfill Indiana's Post-Secondary Readiness Graduation Pathway.
   

Summative Assessments

• Completed "Post-Secondary Readiness – Certifications" sheet

• Identification of a career pathway program that currently aligns with the student's interests and career goals

• Research and documentation of multiple industry certifications available through the high school

• Explanation of how certifications support career readiness and future educational opportunities

• Portfolio submission of the completed "Post-Secondary Readiness – Certifications" sheet
   

Evidence of Learning

Students demonstrate mastery by:

• Explaining the purpose of industry certifications and their role in Indiana's Post-Secondary Readiness Graduation Pathway.

• Identifying high school career pathway programs that currently align with their interests and future goals.

• Researching industry certifications and describing the careers and opportunities they support.

• Applying information from the high school course guide to identify educational pathways that lead to recognized industry credentials.

• Recognizing how certifications can strengthen career readiness while expanding postsecondary education and employment opportunities.