What do you have in your bag of tricks? In this lesson, students will discuss the skills and abilities that are critical for one’s career. This lesson features a video that explains some of the most important skills needed in certain jobs. Students will learn and practice vocabulary relating to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets that have been developed for adult and teenage learners.

Lesson Objectives

To develop speaking and listening skills

To discuss the topic of skills and abilities needed in one’s career

To learn and use new vocabulary in practice

Video

Is math easy for you? Are you good at simplifying complex problems? Watch this video to learn about some of the most valuable skills you can have in certain jobs.

Video Transcript

Vocabulary and Pronunciation

bag of tricks [idiom]: a set of plans, techniques, or resources

acquire [verb]: to come to have as a new or added characteristic, trait, or ability

negotiation [noun]: discussion aimed at reaching an agreement

persuasion [noun]: the action or process of persuading someone or of being convinced to do or believe something

computer literacy [noun]: the knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology efficiently

initiative [noun]: the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do

technical skills [noun]: the specialized knowledge and expertise required to perform specific tasks and use specific tools and programs in real world situations

computer model [noun]: a representation of a system or process created on a computer, to assist calculations and predictions

critical [adjective]: of, relating to, or being a turning point or specially important time

upgrade [verb]: raise (something) to a higher standard; make better or more improved

carpenter [noun]: a person who makes and repairs wooden objects and structures

valuable [adjective]: worth a great deal of money or importance

problem-solving [noun]: the process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues

communication skills [noun]: the ability to convey or share ideas and feelings effectively

creativity [noun]: the use of imagination or original ideas to create something; inventiveness

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