The State of Michigan requires that students create an Educational Development Plan (EDP) in the 7th grade and revisit it each year throughout high school. An EDP is designed to help students identify career development goals as they relate to academic requirements, which may be fulfilled through career and technical education. In today's competitive job market, educators play a key role in guiding students through this process. But without the right tools, helping every student develop a meaningful plan can be overwhelming.
Edge Factor equips educators and inspires students and job seekers with the largest known library of career multimedia that supports Michigan students in completing their EDP. Our platform offers story-driven, age-appropriate content, interactive activities, and digital badges designed for use in classrooms, events, homes, and on the go. With 5000+ tools in 21 languages, we empower millions of K-12+ students and educators across the US to explore, prepare, and connect on their EDP career journey.
Understanding the Educational Development Plan (EDP)
The Michigan EDP is a student-driven roadmap designed to help students identify career pathways early on. This process empowers students with self-reflection, exploration of career options, and planning for post-secondary education and training.
With Edge Factor’s multimedia career resources, educators can transform EDPs from a mandatory task into an exciting journey where students connect their passions to real-world careers.
Why EDPs Matter for Students
- Career Alignment – Students explore careers that match their interests and strengths.
- Future-Ready Skills – They identify key skills needed for success in their desired professions.
- Informed Decision-Making – Planning their high school courses, post-secondary options, and career steps helps students stay on track toward their goals.
How Educators Play a Key Role in EDP Success
Teachers, counselors, and administrators are the guiding force behind the EDP process. However, creating personalized career plans for every student can be overwhelming. That’s why Michigan educators need engaging, easy-to-use tools to support their efforts.
Educators use Edge Factor resources to infuse career exploration into classes and curriculums, guide students on personalized journeys, and showcase careers and skills across every industry.
How Edge Factor Supports Michigan Educators
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Infuse Careers into Classes and Curriculums:
Pick, play, and assign Edge Factor content directly into classes, curriculums, and events.
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Guide Personalized Journeys
Every student is unique. That’s why Edge Factor provides a RIASEC interest assessment for students to embark on a self-paced journey to explore careers, develop skills, and earn badges.
➡️ Check out the story-driven, RIASEC assessment for the grade level you teach.
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Tracking Student Progress
With Edge Factor, educators can monitor student engagement and progress through a user-friendly dashboard. Identify trends, track goal-setting milestones, and ensure students stay on track with their EDPs.
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Showcase Industries
Equip students with engaging, age-appropriate resources to explore industry-specific careers and skills.
Creating a Successful EDP with Edge Factor
To effectively implement EDPs, educators can follow this structured approach:
✅ Introduce the EDP Concept – Start with an engaging presentation about career planning.
✅ Explore Career Options – Use Edge Factor’s library to help students research career pathways.
✅ Complete the RIASEC Assessment – Guide students through the interest-based assessment.
✅ Set SMART Goals – Help students create Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound career goals.
✅ Regular Check-Ins – Encourage students to update their EDPs as they grow and explore new interests.
✅ Celebrate Milestones – Recognize progress and encourage students to keep refining their goals.
Empower Students for a Bright Future
Every educator wants to help students succeed, but a lack of engaging resources for the Educational Development Plan (EDP) can leave you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated. With Edge Factor, you gain access to a wealth of interactive tools that inspire students to explore their career possibilities. Our personalized badges and employability series ensure students are engaged, motivated, and on the right path to achieving their future goals.
🚀 Want to make EDPs easier and more engaging? Explore Edge Factor’s career tools today!
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