Fun Ways to Use Edge Factor Resources in the Classroom

Whether you're looking to spark career conversations, support a substitute teacher, or deepen subject-based learning, here are some fun and engaging ways to bring Edge Factor into your classroom!

🎬 Film Fridays / Movie Day

End the week with inspiration!
Play a full-length Stories Zone episode to highlight maker stories, reinforce key learning, or explore a specific career or industry.
Great for: Music, Art, Math, Science, Business, Career Development, and CTE classes.

🗺️ Take a Trip Tuesday

Take your students on a virtual field trip!
Choose from dozens of Field Trip episodes to explore real-world workplaces and industries.

⏰ Bell Ringer Exercises – Careers

Kick off class with a 3–5 minute Career Pathways or STEAM video.
Use the first 10–15 minutes to expose students to diverse careers or exciting technology in manufacturing, healthcare, and more.
Do it weekly to build exposure throughout the year!

📋 Substitute Teacher Activity

Need a last-minute plan?
Give your sub access to the platform and have them play a film from the The Edge Factor Show. It’s a simple way to keep students engaged while you're away.

💬 Soft Skills Lessons

Head to the Soft Skills Zone, choose a resource, and download the discussion guide.
These lessons encourage students to:

• Reflect on real-life scenarios

• Share personal experiences

• Vote on situations (e.g., “Would do again” vs. “Would not do again”)

🧑‍💼 Job Interview Preparation

Have students:

1. Watch a Career Pathways video of their choosing

2. Take notes on the person’s background, skills, education, and job role

3. Create their own interview questions

4. Interview someone in their community working in a related career

📰 Current Events in Technology

Assign a Careers of the Future video and have students:

• Research real-world applications of that tech

• Identify industries using it

• Describe how it’s improving jobs, healthcare, the environment, etc.

🏭 Behind Closed Doors – Community Connections

Show the Behind Closed Doors film and facilitate a discussion on:

• Student assumptions vs. reality in workplace settings

• Local companies, products, and career opportunities

• The role of education and training

You can also encourage students to explore:

• Products made in your region

• Top industries in your state/province

• Local businesses they’d like to connect with

📞 Want to involve businesses in your area? Contact us at support@edgefactor.com