naviance curriculum information session
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The Naviance College and Career Readiness Curriculum is a blended learning experience for students in grades 6-12 that helps develop critical non-cognitive skills and college knowledge and instills confidence so that students persevere. In this presentation, Curriculum experts Kim Oppelt and Upendra Jejjala present the problems facing today's schools and students, preview the Curriculum lessons, and the highlight the results of the pilot program.TRANSCRIPT
Find out how you can help your students connect
learning and life.
Upendra Jejjala Kim Oppelt Product Manager Lead Author
Introducing the Naviance College and Career Readiness Curriculum
We look forward to introducing the Naviance College and Career Readiness Curriculum.
Presenters
, Kim Oppelt has worked in a wide variety of education and consulting roles, including as a school counselor at an urban public high school and a private Catholic high school. At Hobsons, Kim has worked closely with school administrators, counselors, and teachers to implement Naviance. She earned a MS in School Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Stout, and is pursuing her Doctor of Education in Leadership from St. Mary's University. She has presented at numerous national and regional conferences. Kim is the lead author of the Naviance College & Career Readiness Curriculum.
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Presenters
, Upendra Jejjala started his career in higher education, serving a number of capacities, including database and technical support, recruitment, and faculty and student support services. He later became a program manager that oversaw the delivery of computer-based testing solutions for K-12 assessments and professional certifications. He joined Hobsons as a member of the K-12 support services team and is now the product manager of the Naviance College and Career Readiness Curriculum.
We look forward to introducing the Naviance College and Career Readiness Curriculum.
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We look forward to introducing the Naviance College and Career Readiness Curriculum to you.
Agenda
, The Problem
The challenge facing schools and students is widespread
The Naviance Curriculum
An overview
Live Demo
Dive in and preview our scope and sequence
The Pilot
Results of the Curriculum pilot
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The challenge facing students and schools is widespread
The Problem
The Aspirations Gap In schools today, we have an aspirations gap.
Percentage of middle school students who aspire to go to college.
93%
Percentage of students who actually enroll in college.
44%
Source: Educational Policy Improvement Center (EPIC)
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Bridging the gap… We’re aiming to help schools close the gap between what students aspire to accomplish and what they actually achieve.
ASPIRATIONS ACHIEVEMENT
ACHIEVEMENT However, achievement is lagging behind
ASPIRATIONS Students and parents have high aspirations for their students after high school
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Challenges for Schools and Districts
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Consistent Curriculum
Engaging Content
Measuring Success
Content for ALL Students
The K-12 Student Lifecycle
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Self-Discovery
Career Exploration
Academic Planning
College & Career
Preparation
Four dimensions of readiness
Students increase their likelihood of reaching their goals when they…
Develop Critical Non-Cognitive Skills
Acquire College Knowledge
See What’s Possible
Take Ownership Over Their Path
The Naviance Curriculum An overview
A blended learning experience for students in grades 6-12 that helps develop critical non-cognitive skills and college knowledge and instills confidence so that students persevere.
The Naviance Curriculum
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Foundations of The Naviance Curriculum
College readiness includes concepts important to students; including college application procedures, knowledge to research college characteristics, academic preparation for post-secondary readiness, and financial aid comprehension. College readiness also incorporates positive non-cognitive skills such as self-efficacy, motivation, determination, and social behaviors.
Hobsons Definition of College Readiness
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Foundations of The Naviance Curriculum
U.S. Department of Education College Readiness Standards Knowledge of the College Readiness Process Adult Supporters Academic Preparedness Financial Aid Readiness Knowledge of the College Application Process
ASCA National Standards for Students
Academic Career Personal/Social
The Curriculum is aligned to national readiness standards
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Foundations of The Naviance Curriculum
Taxonomy of Educational Objectives by Benjamin Bloom
Remembering Understanding Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating
Posner and Strike Sequencing Schemes
Learning-related sequencing Content-related sequencing World-related sequencing
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The Naviance Curriculum
At a Glance • Grades 6 - 12 • 15 multi-media lessons per grade • Integrated with Naviance tools • Reporting capabilities and lesson plans
for staff • Pre- and post-assessments of readiness
• Myself • My Success Skills • My Network
• My College Plan • My Career Plan • My Finances
The Curriculum was created to start early in transforming the lives and aspirations of students
Lesson Pillars
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The Naviance Curriculum
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Average lesson time is 15-20 minutes, with additional activites suggested for staff to lead within a classroom.
Curriculum Implementation
College Access Programs
Advisory/Homeroom
AVID or College Readiness Course
Core or Elective class
After-school/Community Organizations
Curriculum Demo Dive in and view our scope and sequence
Scope and Sequence Preview 20
7th Grade • Overcoming
Obstacles • Habits for Success • Getting Ready for
College
9th Grade
• Mastering Homework • How to Pay for
College • My StrengthsExplorer
8th Grade • Working Through Stress • What Do Colleges
Require? • My Career Path
10th Grade • Connecting My
Courses and Careers • The College Visit • Sharing My Future
with My Family
11th Grade
• My Support Network
• My Test Prep Plan • My College Essay
6th Grade
• My Foundation • Defining My Dreams • Taking Responsibility
12th Grade
• My Personal Brand • FAFSA 4caster • Leaving Home
The Pilot Results of the Curriculum pilot
The Curriculum Pilot
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Conducted with 6 schools during the 2013-2014 school year
11th Grade Pilot
Naviance Curriculum pilot shows student gains in student readiness
50%+ Percentage of students who showed readiness gains
+8% Average score increase across all participants in college knowledge and financial literacy
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