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Lesson Plan
Grade: Date: 25/02/2026
Subject: Business Studies
Lesson Topic: selection methods, e.g. curriculum vitae (CV)/resumé, application forms, references, testing/assessment centres, interviews
Learning Objective/s:
  • Describe the main selection methods used in recruitment and their key features.
  • Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
  • Evaluate which combination of methods is appropriate for different job contexts.
  • Apply the selection process to design a recruitment plan for a given role.
Materials Needed:
  • Projector and laptop for presentation
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Printed handouts of the selection methods comparison table
  • Sample CVs/resumés and application form templates
  • Reference‑check worksheet
  • Short aptitude test sheets
  • Case‑study scenario cards
 Introduction:
Imagine you are hiring a new store manager and must choose the best candidate quickly. Students have already explored job advertising and basic recruitment concepts, so they can build on that knowledge. By the end of the lesson they will be able to list selection methods, weigh their pros and cons, and justify a suitable mix for a given role.
Lesson Structure:
  1. Do‑Now (5’) – Students complete a quick KWL chart on what they know about selection methods.
  2. Mini‑lecture (10’) – Overview of CVs/resumés, application forms, references, testing/assessment centres, and interviews, highlighting key features.
  3. Group activity (15’) – Using the handout table, groups compare advantages and disadvantages and create a Venn diagram.
  4. Case‑study task (15’) – In pairs, students design a recruitment plan for a provided job description, selecting an appropriate mix of methods and justifying their choices.
  5. Whole‑class discussion (10’) – Pairs present their plans; class discusses reliability, cost and time considerations.
  6. Exit ticket (5’) – Individually write which single method they would prioritize for the role and why.
Conclusion:
We recap the strengths and limitations of each selection method and how they combine to form an effective recruitment strategy. Students hand in their exit tickets, providing a quick retrieval check. For homework, they will find a real‑world job advertisement and identify which selection methods are likely to be used.