BLOCK 1
Overview
Block 1 contains Unit 1 and Unit 2.
Unit 1 is the same in both Math and RLA.
This block is an introductory block that introduces the curriculum to the learner.
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Ready to Learn Airplane VIEW
The information on this page provides a general overview of Ready to Learn. You can view a more detailed scope and sequence by selecting the BLOCK BUTTONS under the DOWNLOAD menu tab.
Ready to Learn contains 6 thematic blocks that are organized into 22 units of instruction.
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Blocks are the largest organizing feature in the curriculum. Blocks organize the curriculum into large themes and provide natural entry points for enrollment.
- There are 6 Blocks in Ready to Learn.
- Each Block contains a number of units.
A unit is a curriculum topic.
This topic is divided into 4 lessons.
Each unit contains the following lessons:
Lesson 1: Get Hired!
Lesson 2: Suit Up!
Lesson 3: Knuckle Down!
Lesson 4: Get Paid!
Each lesson is 2.5-3 hours in length.
Every unit is divided into 4 lessons. Each lesson is 2.5-3 hours in length. Typically, lessons are taught sequentially on different days of the week.
For more information on lessons, see the detailed scope and sequence on the Download Block pages.
AN AIRPLANE VIEW
The following scope and sequence provides an airplane view of the curriculum. You can download resources on the block pages.
Unit 1
Math
Are You Ready? Introduction
RLA
Are You Ready? Introduction
Featured Career: Career Exploration
Workforce Value: Employability
Workforce Topic: Career Styles and Preferences
Unit 2
Math
Think Like a Mathematician
RLA
Think Like a Professional Communicator
Featured Career: High-Growth | High-Demand Industries
Workforce Value: Employability
Workforce Topic: Employability and Career Pathways
BLOCK 2
Overview
Block 2 contains Unit 3, Unit 4, Unit 5, Unit 6, and Unit 7.
Unit 3
Math
Number Sense
RLA
Analyzing Relationships Within and Across Text
Featured Career: Event Planner
Workforce Value: Resiliency
Workforce Topic: Debt Decisions
Unit 4
Math
Measures of Central Tendency
RLA
Point of View
Featured Career: Real Estate Appraiser
Workforce Value: Integrity
Workforce Topic: Time Management and Scheduling
Unit 5
Math
Ratio and Proportion
RLA
Evaluating Evidence
Featured Career: Pharmacy Technicians
Workforce Value: Courage
Workforce Topic: Gender Bias
Unit 6
Math
Measurement and Conversions
RLA
Words in Context and Main Idea
Featured Career: Medical Assistants
Workforce Value: Employability
Workforce Topic: Career Styles and Preferences
Unit 7
Math
Algebraic Thinking
RLA
Developing Ideas, Support, and Citing Evidence
Featured Career: Industrial Machine Mechanic
Workforce Value:
Workforce Topic:
BLOCK 3
Overview
Block 3 contains Unit 8, Unit 9, Unit 10, Unit 11, and Unit 12.
Unit 8
Math
The Variable
RLA
Point of View
Featured Career: Cosmetologists
Workforce Value: Empathy
Workforce Topic: Network
Unit 9
Math
Algebraic Patterns
RLA
Analyzing Relationships Within and Across Text
Featured Career: Loan Officers
Workforce Value: Integrity
Workforce Topic: Time Management and Scheduling
Unit 10
Math
Functions and Algorithms
RLA
Evaluating Evidence
Featured Career: Medical Laboratory Technician
Workforce Value: Humility
Workforce Topic: Contingency Plans
Unit 11
Math
Probability
RLA
Words in Context and Main Idea
Featured Career: Industrial Engineer
Workforce Value: Flexibility
Workforce Topic: Block Scheduling
Unit 12
Math
Equality
RLA
Developing Ideas, Support, and Citing Evidence
Featured Career: Personal Financial Advisor
Workforce Value: Equality
Workforce Topic: Work Language and Slang
BLOCK 4
Overview
Block 4 contains Unit 13, Unit 14, Unit 15, Unit 16, and Unit 17.
Unit 13
Math
Linear Functions
RLA
Point of View
Featured Career: Market Research Analyst
Workforce Value: Empathy
Workforce Topic: Digital Footprint
Unit 14
Math
Solving Equations
RLA
Analyzing Relationships Within and Across Text
Featured Career: Registered Nurse
Workforce Value: Equity
Workforce Topic: Time Fraud and Buddy Clock Punching
Unit 15
Math
Inequalities
RLA
Evaluating Evidence
Featured Career: Accountant
Workforce Value: Independence
Workforce Topic: Oversharing on Social Media
Unit 16
Math
Slope
RLA
Words in Context and Main Idea
Featured Career: Construction Laborer
Workforce Value: Courage
Workforce Topic: Phones and Texting
Unit 17
Math
Geometric Thinking
RLA
Developing Ideas, Support, and Citing Evidence
Featured Career: Mechanical Engineer Technician
Workforce Value: Resiliency
Workforce Topic: Emergencies and Calling in Sick
BLOCK 5
Overview
Block 5 contains Unit 18, Unit 19, Unit 20, and Unit 21.
Unit 18
Math
Circles
RLA
Point of View
Featured Career: Surgical Technologist
Workforce Value: Humility
Workforce Topic: Communicating with Supervisors
Unit 19
Math
Parallel Lines
RLA
Analyzing Relationships Within and Across Text
Featured Career: Paramedic
Workforce Value: Flexibility
Workforce Topic: Work Participation and Initiative
Unit 20
Math
Triangles and Quadrilaterals
RLA
Evaluating Evidence
Featured Career: Solar Photovoltaic Installer
Workforce Value: Integrity
Workforce Topic: Work Ethic
Unit 21
Math
Solids and Volumes
RLA
Words in Context and Main Idea
Featured Career: Chef and Head Cook
Workforce Value: Empathy
Workforce Topic: Human Resources and Help
BLOCK 6
Overview
Block 6 contains Unit 22.
Unit 22
Math
Transition and Goal Setting
RLA
Transition and Goal Setting