Set the Scene:
Let’s start with some questions to connect your everyday life to the subject of the activity. Please consider the following:
- What are some things you’re passionate about, and how do you think they relate to your future career?
- Have you ever been told to “follow your passion” when it comes to choosing a career? What do you think about this advice?
- Can you think of a time when you were really interested in something, but didn’t necessarily have the skills or ability to pursue it? How did you handle that situation?
- What do you think is more important when it comes to achieving success and happiness in a career: following your passion or having opportunities and challenges?
- How do you think the job market and career choices have changed in recent years, and what implications does this have for your own career aspirations?
Featured Image Analysis & Prediction:
Take a look at the featured image:
What do you see in the image? What do you think this activity will be about based on this image? Please discuss your thoughts and predictions with your partner or group.
Introduction:
Please read the introduction to the activity, which discusses the idea that “following your passion” may not be the best advice when it comes to choosing a career. Consider the author’s perspective and think about how it relates to your own experiences and beliefs.
Video Engagement:
Watch the video associated with the activity, “Don’t Follow Your Passion | 5 Minute Video,” available at https://maestrocursos.com.br/quizzed-esl-activities/dont-follow-your-passion-5-minute-video/.
Please pause the video at the following points and discuss the questions with your partner or group:
- At 1:00 minute: What is the author’s main argument against following your passion? Do you agree or disagree, and why?
- At 2:30 minutes: How does the author define “dream jobs,” and what implications does this have for career choices? Can you think of any examples of “dream jobs” that may not be realistic or fulfilling?
- At 4:00 minutes: What advice does the author give regarding passion and career choices? Do you think this advice is practical or realistic, and why or why not?
Vocabulary and Grammar Focus:
Please review the key vocabulary and grammar focus sections, which cover terms such as “passion,” “ability,” “skills gap,” and “opportunity.” Consider how these concepts relate to the video and activity, and think about how you can apply them to your own life and career choices.
Additionally, please complete the vocabulary quiz and grammar quiz to test your understanding of the material. The answer keys are provided for your reference.
