Thema 10: Gap Year
Prüfling A
Your planning an info day for school leavers in your region. Gap year organisations have provided you with material advertising their programmes. Comment on the material.
Help local communities
- Volunteer to the benefit of the local community
- Work up to 12 months
- Receive €3-6 a day for personal expenses
- Your basic costs are covered
Adapted from: https://youthnetworks.net/european-solidarity-corps-proposals-2023-with-142-million-in-funding/
Together with your partner(s), discuss what information school leavers need in order to make sound decisions about what to do after graduation.
Plan the info day.
Prüfling B
Your planning an info day for school leavers in your region. Gap year organisations have provided you with material advertising their programmes. Comment on the material.
Colorado River Basin Semester: Sustainability and Resilience in the Western US
- Pay $16,950 plus airfare and insurance
- Spend 71 days in the USA
- Backpack through Colorado and Utah
- Meet with scientist, activists, and farmers
Adapted from: https://www.wheretherebedragons.com/program/colorado-river-semester-water-land-the-western-us/ [accessed: 22 March 2023]
Together with your partner(s), discuss what information school leavers need in order to make sound decisions about what to do after graduation.
Plan the info day.
Prüfling C
Your planning an info day for school leavers in your region. Gap year organisations have provided you with material advertising their programmes. Comment on the material.
Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms
- Help on the farm
- Be part of your host's daily life
- Receive free room and board
- No obligations of productivity, no hierarchy, and no pay
Adapted from: https://info.wwoofusa.org/about-us/
Together with your partner(s), discuss what information school leavers need in order to make sound decisions about what to do after graduation.
Plan the info day.
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Please note that these solutions are only suggestions. There are various possibilities for argumentation.
Please note that these solutions are only suggestions. There are various possibilities for argumentation.
- Here we are then.
- Let's start with...
- On the one hand / on the other hand
- It must be considered
- In my opinion / I think, personally, ...
- I agree / I disagree
Possible introductions to the topic and the argumentations
Prüfling A
- The material presents an opportunity for school leavers to volunteer through the European Solidarity Corps.
- The program is designed to benefit local communities and offers a range of practical benefits for participants.
- The program emphasizes the positive impact volunteers can have on local communities for a duration up to 12 months
- Volunteers receive a daily allowance of €3-6 for personal expenses
Comment on the material
Prüfling B
- The material introduces a gap year program focused on sustainability and resilience in the Western US, specifically the Colorado River Basin Semester.
- This program is designed to offer immersive learning experiences related to environmental science, sustainability, and community resilience.
- program costs $16,950, not including airfare and insurance
- the program spans 71 days, providing a concentrated period for intensive learning and exploration
- opportunities of meeting with scientists, activists, and farmers
- this direct interaction with professionals in the field offers invaluable insights and networking opportunities
Comment on the material
Prüfling C
- Introduction of the Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF) program, which offers participants the chance to volunteer on organic farms.
- This program is designed to provide an immersive experience in sustainable agriculture and rural living.
- participants help on the farm and are integrated into the host’s daily life
- volunteers receive free room and board, which reduces the financial burden and makes the program accessible to a wider range of participants
- program does not offer monetary compensation, which might be a drawback for some participants. However, the emphasis is on the educational and experiential value rather than financial gain
Comment on the material
Argumente für beide Prüfungsteilnehmer
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Program Details and Benefits
- Explain daily activities, farm types, and locations.
- Highlight educational benefits, such as learning sustainable farming practices and gaining practical skills. Financial Considerations
- Discuss potential expenses like travel costs and personal expenses.
- Suggest fundraising ideas or sponsorship opportunities to cover costs. Health and Safety
- Address health and safety concerns, including insurance and emergency procedures.
- Discuss the physical demands of farm work and necessary preparations. Application Process
- Guide through the application process, including deadlines and required documents.
- Offer mock interviews or application workshops for better preparation. Alumni Insights
- Invite alumni to share experiences and answer questions.
- Organize panel discussions or informal sessions with alumni for realistic insights.
Discussion
Information for sound decisions and Points for Planning the Info Day
Information for sound decisions and Points for Planning the Info Day