FCS 6th Grade

Unit 6

Free Enterprise

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A/B Day Schedule: 4 Weeks Semester Schedule: 2 Weeks

KEY STANDARD(S) Strand 6 : Students will explore employability skills, entrepreneurship, and the principles of the free enterprise system. ●​ Standard 1 : Complete a FCS-related free enterprise experience. Develop a business plan that incorporates the following: ○​ Four P’s of Marketing ■​ Product ■​ Price ●​ Profit/Loss Equation ■​ Promotion ●​ Jingle ●​ Logo ●​ Slogan ■​ Place ●​ Manufacturing to Distribution to Consumer ○​ Evaluate the effectiveness of the process Durable Skills: Students will develop professional and interpersonal skills needed for success in the industry. Determine the difference between hard skills and soft skills. ●​ Hard Skills: Hard skills are specific, teachable abilities that can be defined and measured. ●​ Soft Skills: Personal attributes that enable someone to interact effectively and harmoniously with other people. Identify soft skills needed in the workplace. ●​ Professionalism ●​ Respect Legal requirements/expectations ●​ Good communication/social skills ●​ Resourcefulness & creativity ●​ Work Ethic END OF UNIT COMPETENCY ●​ Identify Characteristics of a Good Employee/Student (Soft Skills) ○​ Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication in various scenarios. ○​ Exhibit active listening skills and provide constructive feedback. ○​ Adapt communication style to suit different audiences and purposes. ○​ Display teamwork and collaboration skills in group settings. ○​ Show empathy, respect, and understanding in interpersonal interactions ○​ Manage conflicts effectively and practice problem-solving.