Career Bytes
Do you have an idea of a career path you would like to follow? If you are unsure, don't worry! Nortel LearniT's Career Bytes segment is an online video collection consisting of short (~5 minute) videos aimed at giving high school students an idea of possible careers in the field of technology or careers that use technology in general. The Career Bytes material is an integral part of the Nortel LearniT offerings, the interview videos directly link to the Nortel LearniT curriculum and profile various professionals who discuss the way in which they became successful and how technology impacts their daily work. Career Bytes connects classroom learning with real-world experiences and provides a free, entertaining and valuable tool for high school students to explore and plan for opportunities outside of school.
Consider having your students create their own Career Bytes using our Career Bytes Interview lesson plan.
Behind the Scenes
Career Bytes is a show produced by students who work along with educators and other Nortel LearniT staff to select interview candidates for the show. While the exact questions will vary from interview to interview, the overall concepts are the same. We provide a Creating Career Bytes Toolkit that give the blueprint for creating Career Bytes; the tools (organized by video production stages) and videos explaining the why's and how's of creating Career Bytes. (You can also go directly to the Creating Career Bytes Toolkit site map for a listing of all toolkit resources.)
These interviews research the interviewee's career, advice on achieving success and daily technology usage. The student hosts do a tremendous amount of research prior to each interview to help facilitate a casual, relaxed, informative atmosphere. Before the camera starts rolling the Nortel LearniT hosts usually sit down with the interview subject and get to know about them and their profession, by doing this the interview becomes more natural; connecting with the subject is vital to making the interview interesting and informative. Oh...and don't be surprised to hear the students ask questions about an interview candidate's high school experiences or classes…after all, the show does target a teen audience!
Director, Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation
Google Director of Engineering
View this Career Bytes interview with Google Engineering Director Peter Wilson, filmed at the NASA 50th Anniversary Future Forums celebration in Seattle, WA. Career advice Wilson shares includes, set yourself audacious goals; if anyone tells you can't do it--ignore them; study math and science. Future prognostications include: software devices with incredible scaling powers we couldn't imagine before. He sees many sciences,e.g., biolog, moving into being computational sciences to analyze and make sense of data and information. Real Windows
NASA Assistant Administrator for Education
Hear about the innovations awaiting us in the 21st century from Dr. Joyce Winterton, NASA Assistant Administrator for Education, who oversees education for NASA with advice that cuts across all career roles and technologies:
"Always do a really good job where ever you are, because you never know what doors might open!"
Set your goals high: think about pushing the envelope!
Dr. Winterton talks about the importance of and opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics education and related careers and how they advance those who have chosen such paths, the United States' technology capabilities and achievements, and the global economy. To succeed, you have to know about careers and your career options.
Perspectives on Education and Future Technologies
Real | Windows Media | Flash Video
Impacts of Globalization and Technology on Business and End Users
Dietmar Wendt, President of Nortel Global Services. Mr. Wendt discusses the roles that globalization and technology have on doing business in the 21st century. Real | Windows Media | Flash Video
Creative Imagination and Technology Applications
Brandon Oldenburg, Executive Creative Director, Reel FX. This interview with Brandon Oldenburg of Reel FX discusses his goals to create animations from a young age, and his job at REEL FX.
Critical Needs in Math and Science Education: Congressional Interviews and Presentations
Nortel LearniT students presented on Capitol Hill at the Tapping America's Potention (TAP) Coalition Math and Science Fair. Students spoke with US House of Representatives Science Committee Chairman Vern Ehlers (R-MI) and US Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL) about the importance of math and science education. View their videos and learn more about the event and Nortel LearniT's participation.
Pivotal Importance of Training in 21st Century Technology Tools
During this interview Torrence gives advice to students about the importance of technology and learning how to use it.
Visioneering! Engaging Learners Hands-on in Video Engineering
The head of the Engineering Department at Southern Methodist University discusses the Visioneering event in Dallas.
Jump5 Pop Group on Technologies that Rock
Jump5, a group of young recording artists for Sparrow/EMI, sits down with our host to talk about the different technologies they use on tour, on their website, and for personal use.
Interactive "Science Place" CEO on Roles and Goals in Engaging Learners
e-Journal Editor/Communications Professor on Optimizing Technology and Learning Options
On Inspiring ALL Learners on a Strong Sci/Tech Foundation for their Futures
Dr. Arden Bement, Director of the National Science Foundation. In this interview Dr. Bement explains his views on the importance of teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (S.T.E.M.) education in schools. Dr. Bement also talks about preparing students for the 21st century workplace and economy.
Taking Technology Marketing to the Next Level Real-Time
Tech Ed and the Workplace: Past, Present, and Future
Importance of Technical Innovation, Balance, and Following Your Dreams
Dion Joannou, the Nortel President of North America. He talks about the innovation of advanced yet vastly used technology and how it will change in the future. Mr. Joannou advises students to follow your dreams but you need to also have drive.
Excitement of Space Exploration/Data Launch Great Learning and Lab Experiences
Microtechnology on Mars: With the Right Team and a Backup Plan, Nothing is Impossible!
Undersecretary of Commerce for International Trade
Video interview with US Department of Commerce Undersecretary for International Trade Franklin Lavin at the Americas Competitiveness Forum, Atlanta, GA, June 11-12, 2007.