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Try It by Career Calling

Try It in your classroom

A way for students to try work they have never seen, without placements, accounts or personal details.

Why it works in class

  • No student accounts and no names. Answers stay on the device a student is using.
  • Every workplace and person is fictional and clearly labelled.
  • Students can print what they did and talk it through with a careers adviser or family.
  • It works on a phone, tablet or computer, in class or at home.

A simple lesson

  1. Ask students to pick an occupation they know little about, not just one they already like.
  2. They sort its tasks, then play its simulation, and note one thing that surprised them.
  3. In pairs, they read the case study and answer its questions together.
  4. For a longer session, a small group takes on a mission in a simulated workplace.
  5. They print their list and notes to talk through with you or their family.

Try It adds to real work experience. It does not replace it, and it is not a recognised placement or training. Some occupations involve mature themes, so please preview what you plan to use.

Looking for more? Career Calling Schools has activities and a pathway planner.

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