Welcome to MiCareerQuest Capital Area 2024! We are grateful for your participation in this important event. As an exhibitor, you will be providing an opportunity for thousands of young people to discover and explore different career paths in Michigan’s high-demand industries. By being a part of this event, you are investing in the future of our young people and helping to build a strong and vibrant workforce in our state. Thank you for being a part of this exciting journey!
Tips are submitted from past participants
Tips for Creating a Fun and Engaging MiCareerQuest Exhibit
Planning and Designing Your Exhibit:
Use the 3 Modes of Learning. People learn by listening, by seeing or by experiencing/touching. An exhibit that engages all three learning modalities will create the most memorable experience. Successful exhibits will be those that are engaging, hands-on, interactive, and accurate in the information they convey.
Always Consider Your Audience. MiCareerQuest is intended for middle and high school students (14-18
years).
Timing is everything. Hands-on activities should last no more than five minutes and should be designed to be presented to 5-6 students at a time.
Speak in Clear Layman’s Language. When talking to the students, don’t use too many technical words and terms. When you do use technical terms, make sure you follow it immediately with a clear, concise explanation. And remember…humor, smiles, voice inflection and gestures are other good ways to keep your audience engaged.
Give Them Something to Touch. Young people like to be physically active in the learning process; interactive tactile activities are the most fun and memorable. When planning, think about what interactive experience would draw you into your booth if you were a spectator, and then plan accordingly.