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Homeroom
Guidance Quarter 3 –
Module 9:
Getting Ready for the 21st
Century
Homeroom Guidance Self-Learning Module – Grade 8
Quarter 3 – Module 9: Getting Ready for the 21st Century
2021 Edition

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Department of Education. Homeroom Guidance Self-Learning Module 9:

Getting Ready for the 21st Century: Department of Education Central
Office, 2021.

Published by the Department of Education

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Homeroom Guidance Grade 8
Grade 8 Quarter 3 – Module 9:
Getting Ready for the 21st
Century

Gabay sa Magulang/ Tagapag-alaga

Isinulat ang modyul na ito upang gabayan ang mag-aaral na
linangin ang kaniyang aspektong personal, sosyal, akademiko,
at karera. Dinisenyo ito sa alternatibong pamaraan na
pagkatuto na hindi nangangailangan ng presensya sa paaralan,
bilang tugon sa direktiba na pinalabas ng Kagawaran ng
Edukasyon na naaayon sa Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF).
Maaaring may pagkakataon na hingin ng mag-aaral ang
inyong patnubay sa pagsunod sa mga tagubilin at pagsagot sa
mga tanong sa bawat bahagi ng gawain. Hinihiling ng
Kagawaran ang inyong suporta upang matagumpay niyang
maisakatuparan ang mga gawaing ito. Tiyakin na sasagutin
niya ang bawat bahagi ng modyul nang tapat.
Naglalayong gabayan sa modyul na ito ang mag-aaral na
magpupunyagi patungo sa tagumpay sa tulong ng kanyang mga
karanasan sa kanyang pamilya, paaralan at komunidad.
Isinusulong nito ang mas malalim na pagkilala sa sarili upang
maihanda ang mga mag
aaral sa pagharap sa mga hamon ng buhay. Sa modyul na ito
aalalahanin nila ang mga natatanging karanasang maaari nilang
paghugutan ng tibay ng kalooban gayundin ang mga
pamamaraang maaari niyang magamit sa kanyang
kasalukuyang katayuan.
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Introductory Message

For the learner:

This module is designed for learners like you to relate and share the lessons
learned from school and community. These lessons can be a factor in attaining
success in life. The lessons learned come from the varied experiences you have
encountered in your life. You will discover that through these experiences you will
gain insights that can be used in daily life.

This self-learning module has six indicative tasks, which are as follows:

Let’s Try This – which will help you to get ready to learn;

Let’s Explore This – which will guide you towards what you need to learn;
Keep in Mind – which will give you the lessons that you need to learn and
understand;

You Can Do It – which will help you apply the lessons learned in daily

activities; What I Have learned – which will test and evaluate your
learning; Share Your Thoughts and Feelings – which will help you express
your thoughts, opinions and feelings.

Make sure to read, think, follow, and enjoy every task that you are

asked to do. Have fun! Stay safe and healthy!

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MODUL GETTING READY FOR

THE 21ST CENTURY

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Learning Objectives
At the end of this module, you are expected to:

1. identify the in-demand/emerging jobs in this time of pandemic;

2. appreciate one’s characteristics relevant to the field/profession one
chooses; and 3. plan how to acquire/develop the 21st century skills needed
in their future jobs.

Period: Week 6 -7 of 3rd Quarter

Suggested Total Time Allotment: 180 Minutes

Materials Needed:

● Clean sheets of paper

● Ballpen

Introduction

The previous module, you were able to discover the factors affecting your
career choice which includes your interest and family. This Module is designed for
you. It will orient you with the different trends of the Profession or career you are
dreaming of. It will help you prepare for your future especially in choosing a
profession. If you are well informed about the different professions/ careers
available in the community, and you are aware of your strengths and weaknesses,
you can make wise decisions; you can be ready for that chosen career. You can
make wise decision that will make you happy for life.
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Let’s Try This

IN DEMAND
Suggested Time Allotment: 30 minutes

Directions: Copy and answer the table below in a sheet of paper.

1. Identify at least 5 jobs that are in-demand/emerging today. You may ask
someone (family, relatives, neighbors) to come up with your list. If other than
your family, since we are still in the COVID-19 crises, it is recommended to
get the information by other means like newspaper and research using the
internet, not face to face interaction.
2. If you’re not familiar with those jobs, research/ask the nature of those jobs.
3. Try to figure out why they are in-demand today. You may use the table below
as your guide.
In-Demand/ Nature of Work/Job Reason/s
Emerging Jobs Description

Let’s Explore This

JOB- EXPLORER
Suggested Time Allotment: 30 minutes
Directions:
Copy the table in a clean sheet of paper then fill out the information being
asked. (The CHARACTERISTICS should be in bulleted form so that they will just
put the happy face in the 4th column. They may again ask help from others or search
the internet for the specific characteristics)
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CAREERS/ JOBS/TASKS CHARACTERISTIC Draw a Happy
PR S/ TALENTS/ Face if YOU have
OFESSION SKILLS NEEDED IN this
S THIS PROFESSION Characteristic(s)/
Skills/Talent

Example: Teach Learners -Patient,

Teacher Talk to parents -Love to serve others,
-Communication skills

Processing Questions
1. Did you have most of the qualities/characteristics of your two chosen job?
How do you feel about it?
2. Can you be one of the best in that chosen field years from now? How could it
be possible?
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Session 2

Keep in Mind
Suggested Time Allotment: 40 minutes

Many people fall into their profession either through circumstance (they got a
job that turned into a ‘career’ due to the length of time they have worked there) or
because of their beliefs (their father was a lawyer, so they studied law at university).
But those who actually follow through and chase after their dream career are far and
few between.
This could be because many fear the consequences of taking a leap into the
unknown (no job security, less money, student debt, etc.) or just lack the attitude
and passion needed to follow through with their dreams.
Whatever the reason is for sticking with a career you aren’t happy about, it is
important to know that you aren’t stuck in this unfulfilling path forever. In fact, with a
little help (either through your own ambition or with the help of a career counselor).
Here are the life skills you need to land your dream career.
1. A POSITIVE ATTITUDE
This one may not be noticeable, but it’s important to have a positive attitude
in dealing with life’s challenges. We all experience setbacks which will harbor
negative feelings but having a lively and creative approach to problems once they
arise are a key life skill to own in both your personal and vocation.
2. INTUITION
Being able to pay attention to your intuition rather than just doing what you're
“meant to do” is another essential ingredient to landing your dream career.
Throughout our lives we build a belief system, one that oftentimes works against our
gut instinct. While society and our predisposed beliefs tell us to follow a specific
career path, so as to pursue your life’s passion, you need to take a step back, hear
your intuition and follow your heart.
3. PREPARATION
Once you know your dream target, you have to be well prepared to interview
and sell yourself. You need to be able to show how your skills, knowledge,
education, and mindset qualify you and be able to demonstrate your competencies.
4. PASSION

Passion is a personal drive to pursue on something. It can be a hobby, an

interest more so a career. Is it cooking an incredible meal for your family? does one
love asking questions, learning facts, and relaying information? Maybe you're an
enormous fan of the outside. Whatever your passion is, have a look at ways those
activities can translate into a career and what you would like to form it happen.
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5. A WILLINGNESS TO LEARN

A desire to learn new things is another life skill

necessary to success. We are meant to be dynamic and
ever-changing, so if you don’t have the willingness to learn,
it is unlikely you will be able to move towards a dream
career.

6. COMMUNICATION SKILLS

The ability to talk information accurately, clearly and as

intended, is also a significant life skill and something
that must not be overlooked. Communicating clearly with a
possible employer is important. Communication may start with
a telephony to the employer. Clarity and confidence here will
get you an interview. At the interview you'd wish to speak your
value and what you will be able to offer clearly, likewise as give
practical examples.

7. OPEN-MINDEDNESS

Open-mindedness in terms with pursuing one’s career includes broadening

your horizon like using your time to wisely and acknowledge the benefits of self-
development, find a mentor since they can help offer you guidance about career
steps and allow you to bounce ideas from their own experiences and expand your
network. Being open-minded could be a key ingredient to your success in your
career and really, in any aspect of your life.
8. COURAGE
Having the courage to step out of your comfort zone and venture into the
unknown can be scary, but it’s an essential ingredient in your career success.

9. SELF-AWARENESS

Knowing your strengths likewise as where you would like and need to grow is
also a large benefit within the workplace, where so-called “soft skills” are at the
same time as important as technical skills or subject material expertise. Self-
awareness helps you identify what's sustainable for you, what your definition of
success looks as if and where work fits into your overall life. It’s also a valuable tool
in assessing potential job opportunities from a grounded and aligned position. Self-
awareness also comes into play if your dream career involves any level of managing
people. A self-aware leader is also a wise, sustainable leader.

10. NEGOTIATION SKILLS

Negotiation skills are qualities that allow two or more parties to reach a
compromise. Negotiation on workplace assignment – pertaining to distance of one’s
residence to the
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assigned workplace. This is the best time to
negotiate as the employer has spent
considerable time in the recruitment process
and is now ready to make you an offer.

THE 21ST CENTURY COMPETENCIES

A competency is over just knowledge or
skills. It involves the flexibility to
fulfill complex demands, by drawing on and
mobilizing psychosocial resources (including skills and attitudes) in a very particular
context.

Key competencies are often identified on the idea that they create a measurable
contribution to educational attainment, relationships, employment, and health and
well-being outcomes, and do so for all individuals, not only those in a very specific
trade, occupation, or walk of life.
1. Critical thinking within the 21st century is the ability to style and manage projects,
solve problems, and make effective decisions employing form of tools and
resources.

2. Communication refers not only to the power to “communicate effectively, orally, in

writing, and with a spread of digital tools” but also to listening skills.

3. Collaboration requires the flexibility to “work in teams, learn from and contribute to
the training of others, practice social networking skills, and exhibit empathy in
working with diverse others. Collaboration also requires learners to develop
collective intelligence and to co-construct meaning, becoming creators of
content in addition as consumers. New skills and knowledge are necessary to
enable team members to collaborate and pool resources digitally and contribute
to the collective mental object, whether working remotely or in an exceedingly
shared physical space.

4. Creativity and Innovation – Many studies demonstrate the importance of creativity

for social development, the power to compete in business, and also the ability to
get economic process.

Not all plans happened. So it’s important to develop and obtain life skills in
times our plans cannot be done/executed like during this time unexpected trying
times of COVID-19.

Future jobs don’t only require knowledge. It greatly deals with the 21st century skills.
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You Can Do It
Suggested Time Allotment: 20 minutes

WEAR YOUR DREAMS AND PERSONAL CREDO

Direction:
Future jobs require workers to have the 21 st century skills. Identify ways on
how you can develop these skills despite of our current pandemic situation. Copy
the table in a clean sheet of paper and complete it with the required information.
Skills of 21st Century Workers 3 Ways to develop

Critical Thinker/Problem Solver

Good Communicator

Collaborator

Creative and Innovative

Processing Questions:
1. Is it really possible to develop/acquire those skills even in this kind of
situation? How could it be possible?
2. Which among these skills do you think is most useful in everyday life of a
teenager like you? Why?

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What I have learned

Suggested Time Allotment: 30 minutes

Complete the phrase below. Write your answer on a clean sheet of paper.
Directions: Copy and complete the sentences below. Place your answers in a clean
sheet of paper.

1. In choosing a career, considering one’s meaningful characteristics (our likes,

skills, values, personality etc.) is very important because
_____________________________________________________________
______
_____________________________________________________________
______ __________________________________________________.
2. What we are planning now may not exactly happen in the future so it is
important that we_______________________________________________
______________________________________________________
_______
______________________________________________________
_______
3. I can be surely land on a good job in the future if
_______________________
____________________________________________________________
_______

________________________________________________________.

Share your Thoughts & Feelings

Suggested Time Allotment: 30 minutes

Direction:
Select one below then share your thoughts and feelings about it. Write your
reflection in a clean sheet of paper.
A. If you love your job, you don’t have to work for it.
B. Someone who lost a job because of the pandemic and now doing a new
different work.
__________________________________________________________________
_______
__________________________________________________________________
_______
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_______

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Additional Activity
THE PROFESSIONALS
Suggested Time Allotment: 20 minutes

Directions:

1. Look for a professional in your

community, (it could be in your school or
in your Barangay or family members,
you may ask help from your parents or
family members).
2. Make an interview using the guide questions
below. You may record your interview using
video, audio clips or take down notes. (You
may contact them through call, text, or
social media.)

Guide questions:

1. What is the reason why you choose your profession?

2. What are your strength and weaknesses that affects your professional
growth? 3. What advise can you give to someone in choosing their own
profession?

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