Strategies for Embedding Soft Skills by Shanika Peck

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Youth in “Philly Future Entrepreneurs” program are tasked with creating a small business to address a community need. They conduct market research, develop a business plan, and launch a pilot project. During the pilot launch, the team encounters a significant problem: their initial product isn’t receiving positive feedback from the community. This unexpected setback causes frustration and confusion among the youth.

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In the “Philly Health Advocates” program, youth participate in a community health fair where they educate residents about healthy living practices. They prepare informational booths, create pamphlets, and engage with the community. After the event, some youth feel that their efforts did not have a significant impact, and they are unsure about the value of their contributions.

speck37 — 2024-07-22 20:50:59 UTC

In the “Philly Tech Innovators” program, youth work in teams to develop a mobile app and TikTok filter that addresses a local community issue. They got through the stages of ideation, design, development, and testing. One team faces some internal conflicts and struggles with collaboration, leading to delays and lack of progress on their app.

What skills can be practiced through this activity?

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What skills can be practiced through this activity?

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