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STUDY SKILLSLearning Goals Expectations Activities20. Knows and understandsthe steps to achievementand advancement in theeducational system.a. Define at least four educational options (e.g.,GED, diploma, IEP, Voc-Tech, BOCES, JobCorps, alternative programs).b. Explain the requirements of each educationaloption.c. Compare and contrast each educationaloption.d. Name at least three post-secondaryeducational options (e.g., community college,public and private university or college,certificate programs, technical schools).e. Explain the requirements of each postsecondaryoption.Developing Your Vision, Books 1 and 3.FUTURE/PATH, p. 87.PAYA, Module 3, Education, Vocational Training, p. 20-25.PAYA, Module 5, Education and Career Planning, p. 245.Mapping Your Future, Types of Schools -http://mapping-your-future.org/selecting/schools.htmMinnesota Careers, Education Options –http://www.mncareers.org/future_planning.asp?pageid=eo01The High School Graduate, College Option –http://www.thehighschoolgraduate.com/editorial/USsearch.htmf. Compare and contrast each post-secondaryoption.g. Explain the importance of arriving toschool/training program on time.21. Understands theimportance of educationand its relationship toemployment.22. Knows how to give andfind information.a. Identify your values related to education.b. Compare how individual needs and wantsrelate to education.c. Compare the level of education/vocationaltraining needed to achieve your employmentgoals.a. Given a form requesting basic information,clearly and accurately complete it.b. Address an envelope, apply a stamp, and mailit to the recipient.Developing Your Vision, Book 1.PAYA, Module 3, Education, Staying in School, p. 6-10.PAYA, Module 5, Education and Career Planning, p. 243.Minnesota Careers –http://www.mncareers.org/investigate_careers.asp?pageid=ic01Life Skills Activities for Children, Filling Out a Form, p. 101-102.Life Skills Activities for Children, Mailing a Letter, p. 103-104.Life Skills Guidebook 149©2004 by Casey Family Programs.