by Tanvir Kaur on 01 May, 2025
We’ve all been hearing about AI, and now, with the rise of AI tools such as ChatGPT and more, there has been talk about the workforce being replaced by AI. But will it? What we can say for sure is that advancements in technology have led to rapid revolutions and drastic changes in the demand for jobs and skills.
With these continuous changes, how do we make sure students are aware of the diverse career and post-secondary opportunities available to them?
This is where career exploration comes in — helping us connect students with relevant and up to date post-secondary and labour market information.
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Career exploration isn’t just about helping students plan for the future — it builds hope, confidence, self-awareness, and motivation. Today, many businesses struggle to find qualified workers. In fact, 44% of Canadian companies report challenges in hiring due to a lack of skilled candidates. Career exploration could help bridge that gap by giving students early exposure to:
Learn how career exploration supports student development by checking out our blog: “The Role of Career Exploration in Student Development.”
Here are some simple ways to incorporate career exploration into your lessons:
It’s a great opportunity for students to experience a real work environment. Pair it with a reflection activity to deepen the learning.
Invite professionals from various industries to speak to your class. This shows students how their learning is connected to careers — and introduces them to jobs they may not have considered.
Use free tools like the When I Grow Up: Career Lessons and Activities for Grades 9-12 booklet to help students reflect on their interests, values, and dreams.
Organize or attend local job fairs where students can meet professionals and ask questions about different career paths.
Encourage students to visit their school’s guidance office to hear about opportunities and resources from post-secondary institutions in their area and beyond.
Try free online tools like Plum for personality-based matches, or ChatterHigh for a fun, gamified approach to exploring future possibilities.
ChatterHigh is a free, interactive, gamified platform that helps students in Grades 6–12 explore careers, post-secondary programs, and emerging sectors — all while developing critical thinking and digital literacy skills.
Getting started with ChatterHigh is simple:
Step 1: Create your free teacher account
Step 2: Set up classes and track student progress
Step 3: Use Daily Quiz to help students explore career and post secondary pathways.
Step 4: Dive into topic-specific Mindful Modules that support your curriculum
Step 5: Check out your Teacher Dashboard to access all ChatterHigh activities and resources in one convenient place.
Check out our free guide to career exploration for students and teachers. It includes information on how career exploration aligns with regional curricula and more.
Have a question or want to learn how to include ChatterHigh into your lesson plans?
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