Mathematics in Career-Connected Learning

Massachusetts provides resources for interdisciplinary and embedded content that make critical connections between technical and academic skills. Each framework published will have sample lessons aligned to Massachusetts curriculum standards. In state-approved Career Technical Education (chapter 74) these support Strand 2: Embedded academics. These resources also support any educator and coursework to make learning relevant and real-world.

Lessons are presented in one of two ways:

  • Application – Application lessons are focused on a single career and the numerous ways a math concept is used in carrying out the work of that career.
  • Exploration – Exploration lessons show how a specific math concept is used across several careers, including the one in the specific Chapter 74 program area.

The framework pages have these resources linked as part of the implementation resources. The tables below are organized by the math content areas: Pre-Algebra (middle school), Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. We will continue to add to these resources.

Pre-Algebra (P)

MA Math Standard

Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan

Career Spotlight​

Aligned Framework

8.G.9

Application

Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Automotive Technology

8.F.4

Application

Dental Hygienists

Dental Assisting

8.G.5

Application

Structural Iron and Steel Workers

Metal Fabrication and Joining Technologies

8.G.5

Application

Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

Plumbing

8.EE.2

Exploration

Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Science

8.G.2

P-1.9 Use Rigid Motions to Show Congruent Figures

Application

Special Effects Artists and Animators

Design and Visual Communications

Algebra I (A)

MA Math Standard

Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan

Career Spotlight​

Aligned Framework

A-CED.2 F-IF.4 F-IF.7b

Exploration

Medical Services Manager

Medical Assisting

A-CED.3, A-REI.6

Application

Applications Software Developer

Programming and Web Development

A-CED.2 N-O.2

Application

Terrazzo Worker

Mason and Tilesetting

A-REI.1
A-REI.3

Exploration

Professional Painter

Painting and Design Technologies

A-0.1
A-CED.4
A-REI.1

Application

Electrician

Electricity

A-REI.10
F-BF.3

Application

Film and Video Editor

Multimedia Production and Broadcast

Algebra II (A2)

MA Math Standard

Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan

Career Spotlight​

Aligned Framework

F-IF.7.c F-IF.7.d F-IF.8.a G-GPE.3

Exploration

Auto Body Repairers

Automotive Collision

N-VM.10 N-VM.12 A-REI.9 F-BF.4.c

Application

Airplane Mechanics and Service Technicians

Aviation Maintenance Technology

N-CN.3 N-CN.7

Application

Electricians

Electricity

A-APR.7 A.REI.2

Application

Respiratory Therapists

Health Assisting

A-REI.8

Application

Computer Network Support Specialists

Information Support Services and Networking

A-APR.2

Application

Structural Iron and Steel

Sheet Metalworking

N-CN.3
N-CN.7

Exploration

Electronics Engineer

Electronics Engineering Technician

Geometry (G)

MA Math Standard

Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan

Career Spotlight​

Aligned Framework

G-CO.2, G-CO.5

G-4.8: Compositions of Transformations

Application

Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmer

Advanced Manufacturing

G-CO.9

Application

Carpenters

Carpentry

G-CO.11

Exploration

Barbers

Cosmetology

G-GMD.3 G-MG.1 G-MG.2 G-MG.3

Application

Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic and Installer

HVAC-R

G-CO.9

Application

Carpenter

Cabinetmaking

G-CO.6
G-CO.7

Application

Graphic Designer

Graphic Communications

G-CO.2
G-CO.5

Application

Biological Technician

Biotechnology

G-GPE.1
G-GPE.4

Application

Telecommunications Engineering Specialists

Telecommunications and Fiber Optics

G-CO.11

Application

Mechanical Drafters

Drafting

G-MG.1

Application

Mechanical Engineering Technician

Engineering Technology

G-C.2

Exploration

Mechatronics Engineer

Robotics and Automation Technology

G-CO.10
G-SRT.5

Exploration

Construction Worker

Construction Craft Laborer

G-CO.10
G-C.3

Exploration

Facilities Manager

Facilities Maintenance Manager

G-GPE.5

Exploration

Kindergarten Teacher

Early Education and Care