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** Making the Decision to Teach ** Review the following article as a large group. You will be prompted with questions for your small group to discuss as you read. [|21 Reasons to Become a Teacher] ================================================= View the videos below. (Note that some are required and some are optional.) As you view, think about what has made you want to become a teacher. What considerations have you taken into account as you have decided on this career option? What concerns do you have about the profession? What factors cause you to hesitate about this career? How will teaching affect your lifestyle? Required of Everyone
 * Why are you interested in teaching?
 * Is it a love for children?
 * Do you want others to love learning as you do?
 * Perhaps you had a favorite teacher who inspired you?
 * Maybe you want to make a difference in the world?
 * What is your reason?

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Required of those interested in teaching elementary school media type="youtube" key="ecaUf4ClCME" width="560" height="315" Required of those interested in teaching middle school media type="youtube" key="XpNPXr81OEw" width="560" height="315" Required of those interested in teaching high school  Assignment: What are your reasons for considering becoming a teacher? [|Click Here] to articulate the reasons you want to become a teacher. Be sure that you use proper grammar and spelling in your reasons. =========================================================  I **s Teaching Right for You?**

As you view the following slide deck, take the short quiz to find out if a career in Education and Training is right for you.

[|Is Teaching Right for You_ (2).ppt] Record your answers on an index card that has your name and period at the top.

When complete, record your score at the top. Circle your score with a highlighter so it stands out.

On the back of the card, record the answers to these questions. Participate in the discussion about the careers you chose and hear others' findings and perspectives.
 * Do you think the results are accurate? Explain.
 * Why do you think you would/would not be a good teacher?

================================================ =What are some of the careers related to teaching in which you might be interested? = =You need your ear buds for this!) =