Introduction to Becoming a Firefighter Using Let’s Go Careers
Using Knowitall's Let's Go Career videos, students will be introduced to how to become a firefighter. The students will complete multiple learning activities based on the videos. The final assessment will be to complete a presentation on how to become a firefighter.
Lesson Created By: MattieShuler
Essential Question
What are the requirements for becoming a firefighter?
Grade(s):
- 10
Subject(s):
Recommended Technology:
Internet
Digital Device for students (PC, Laptop, Chromebook, tablet, or iPad, etc.)
Cloud File Storage (Google Drive, iCloud, One Drive, or Dropbox, etc.)
Digital Productivity Software (Google Suite, Microsoft Office, etc.)
Other Instructional Materials or Notes:
If technology is not available, teachers can use the following materials:
Chart Paper
Paper
Pens
Markers
Lesson Progression
- Bellringer - Students will complete the K(now) and W(ant to know) part of the Firefighting K-W-L chart (found in the resources tab) digitally, printed, or whole group (can be done with chart paper and markers). The teacher will review the answers with the class to see what the students already know and what they want to know. This can be used to guide the lesson.
- The teacher will review the essential question with the class so that the students know the lesson’s expectations.
- The teacher will introduce the video by reading the description on the the webpage, Sean O'Neal, Fire Station Captain | Let's Go! CAREERS - https://www.knowitall.org/video/sean-oneal-fire-station-captain-lets-go-careers
The teacher will share the document, “Sean O’Neal, Fire Station Captain Learning Activity” (located in the Resources tab) with the students (this can be done digitally or printed). The teacher will review the activity so the students know what to expect when watching the video. The students will complete that activity and submit to the teacher. The teacher will use “Sean O’Neal, Fire Station Captain Learning Activity Answer Key” (located in the Resources Tab) to check for understanding and provide feedback to the students. The teacher should discuss the answers and video with class (the discussion should relate back to the essential question).
- The teacher will introduce the next video by reading the description found beneath the video, Michael Roberson, Fire Station Engineer | Let's Go! CAREERS - https://www.knowitall.org/video/michael-roberson-fire-station-engineer-lets-go-careers
The teacher will share the document, “Michael Roberson, Fire Station Engineer Learning Activity” (located in the Resources tab) with the students (this can be done digitally or printed). The teacher will review the activity so the students know what to expect when watching the video. The students will complete that activity and submit to the teacher. The teacher will use “Michael Roberson, Fire Station Engineer Learning Activity Answer Key” (located in the Resources Tab) to check for understanding and provide feedback to the students. The teacher should discuss the answers and video with class (the discussion should relate back to the essential question).
- The teacher will introduce the next video by stating that the video Lexington County Fire Station 360 | Let's Go! CAREERS - https://www.knowitall.org/video/lexington-county-fire-station-360-lets-go-careers is about the workplace of firefighters. The teacher will share the document, “Lexington County Fire Station 360 Learning Activity” (located in the Resources tab) with the students (this can be done digitally or printed). The teacher will review the activity so the students know what to expect when watching the video. The students will complete that activity and submit to the teacher. The teacher will use “Lexington County Fire Station 360 Learning Activity Answer Key” (located in the Resources Tab) to check for understanding and provide feedback to the students. The teacher should discuss the answers and video with class (the discussion should relate back to the essential question).
- Culminating Activity - Students will research the steps and requirements one must complete in order to become a firefighter. The students will then create a presentation or essay detailing the proper procedures of becoming a firefighter. The presentation must include accurate and correct information from reputable sources. The students can create this presentation using digital software like Powerpoint or Google Slides depending on your school’s digital software. Share the document, “How to Become a Firefighter Presentation,” (located in the Assessment tab) with the class digitally, if possible (if not, you can print out this document and distribute manually), so the students know their expectations. The teacher needs to use the document, “How to Become a Firefighter Presentation Teacher’s Edition” (located in the Assessment tab) to assess the students’ presentations and provide feedback.
- The teacher will revisit the K-W-L chart from the beginning of the lesson. The students will complete the L(earn) part and the teacher can answer any questions not answered from the W(ant to learn) part provided by students.
Teacher Notes
If you are using a cloud file storage system (Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, or iCloud), I would recommend having the students create a digital folder for this lesson to save their notes and student work. It will help with organization.
Firefighting K-W-L Chart
K-W-L Chart to see what students know, want to know, and learn about becoming a firefighter. This is used as an introduction to the lesson.
View ResourceSean O'Neal, Fire Station Captain | Let's Go! CAREERS
Knowitall Video. Sean O'Neal is the captain at Station #30 of the Lexington County Fire Service. O'Neal is in charge of scheduling the firefighters under his supervision, as well as providing support.
The steps to become a firefighter include a physical agility test after applying online. Once you pass the test, you are scheduled an interview and if selected, applicants must take another more comprehensive physical. If selected after a second interview, applicants can start recruit school.
Sean O'Neal, Fire Station Captain Learning Activity
Learning Activity for students to complete while watching the video.
View ResourceSean O'Neal, Fire Station Captain Learning Activity Answer Key
Answer key for the Sean O'Neal video learning activity.
View ResourceMichael Roberson, Fire Station Engineer | Let's Go! CAREERS
Knowitall Video. Michael Roberson is an engineer at the Lexington County Fire service. His day-to-day experiences at Station #30 include being responsible for three trucks, an engine, a tanker and a brush truck. He also serves as a firefighter.
View ResourceMichael Roberson, Fire Station Engineer Learning Activity
Learning activity for the students to complete while watching the Michael Roberson video.
View ResourceMichael Roberson, Fire Station Engineer Learning Activity Answer Key
Answer key for the teacher for the Michael Robertson video learning activity.
View ResourceLexington County Fire Station 360 | Let's Go! CAREERS
Knowitall video. Take a 360 video tour inside the Lexington County Fire Service, Station #30 with Captain Sean O'Neal.
Lexington County Fire Station 360 Learning Activity
Learning activity for the students to complete while watching the Lexington County Fire Station 360 video.
View ResourceLexington County Fire Station 360 Learning Activity Answer Key
Answer key for the teacher for the Lexington County Fire Station 360 video learning activity.
View ResourceAssessments
How to Become a Firefighter Presentation (Directions and rubric) - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A_XNbzckmzi8L5AV_5_WgB0akErhWw6PX_VtFIUWHJg/edit?usp=sharing
How to Become a Firefighter Presentation Teacher’s Edition - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Hx0L8heC6zF2FRbaRbues21sEVAwvE3MC8SrYzy1cLE/edit?usp=sharing
