Ignite – for Schools

Benefits to pupils

• The theme of self-confidence is introduced to all age groups including those students at the start of secondary school
• ….and the theme of careers is addressed in modules for older students
• A wide range of topics is covered. (See “The Four Modules” section below.)
• “Teacher talk time” is minimised. Lessons are built around discussion in pairs, whole-class discussions, and interactive activities.
• A wide range of activities are included, such as word-sorts, storyboarding, role-play, written exercises, quizzes, video content and more.

Benefits to teachers

• There are Four Modules; Understanding yourself; Asserting yourself; Marketing yourself; Networking & connecting (further details below) which incorporate individual lessons
• Each lesson is offered in a 20, 30, 45 or 60 minute version – allowing teachers to pick the  module and lesson that is most suitable for their needs
• Preparation time is minimal: teachers can simply check what resources are needed for each lesson beforehand, and then follow the instructions on screen.
• Lessons can be delivered on an interactive whiteboard, on iPads, or using a  laptop.
• The flexible, short modules and lessons can be easily integrated into the wider curriculum.

Ignite consists of four modules, with several lessons in each. Activities within lessons of the same title are designed differently for Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.

Understanding yourself

Asserting yourself

Networking & connecting

Marketing yourself

Here are some sample lessons from the programme

1. KS3 (ages 11-14) – KS3 Understanding Yourself_Understanding Your Values_Sample Lesson
2. KS4 (ages 14-16) – KS4 Networking & Connecting_Your Network_Sample Lesson
3. KS5 (ages 16-18) – KS5 Marketing Yourself_Writing Your CV_Sample Lesson

Lesson went really well. Activities short and meaningful. Awesome first use of this site.
– KS3 Teacher

Great resources and great idea.
– KS5 Teacher

The range of activities and topics across the various lessons kept the class motivated, engaged and learning. I found it a fantastic resource.
– KS3 Teacher

Please register for access: https://www.ignite.ox.ac.uk/GainAccess.php

The programme is free of charge to all UK state-funded schools.

There is a £0.50 per student-on-roll fee for independent schools and schools outside of the UK.

If you have any questions about the programme, please email us at: ignite@careers.ox.ac.uk