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Checking information about a college or training program: school support guide
Grades 9–12 · Ready-made original
Checking information about a college or training program: school support plan
Support focus
Identify a claim that needs checking before making a plan.
Example situation
A fictional poster says a training program leads to “a job for everyone.” It lists no placement data, requirements, or source for that claim.
Student words or action
Sage separates the advertisement from verified information. Sage asks the school counselor how to check the program’s current official details and support options.
Adult response
“Which question should we check first? We can leave unknown information marked unknown.”
A supported practice
A fictional advertisement says every graduate gets a job but provides no source.
Which statement needs checking before someone relies on it?
An example response: Ask what the claim measures, which group it describes, and where the current evidence can be checked.
A second practice
A program lists a class length but no entry rules, cost, or support details.
Which statement needs checking before someone relies on it?
An example response: Record the stated length and leave the missing information unconfirmed until checking official details.
Student check-in page
Write, draw, or say your answer. You may pass.
Choose one story. Which statement needs checking before someone relies on it?
Support choices
□ Read the direction together □ Show one example □ Write the question instead of saying it □ Practice with an adult □ Watch first, then choose whether to try
A brief check-in
Question: Which statement needs checking before someone relies on it?