Why do people work?
What are the basic needs people work to meet?
Survival
What is a job?
A position for which a person is typically paid to do work.
What are career clusters?
Groups of occupational and career specialties.
What can career-guidance tests help you understand about yourself?
Your interests, personality, values, and skills.
What does workplace readiness mean?
Having the basic knowledge and skills needed to get and keep a job.
What is one way work can help people connect with others?
Social connection
What is an occupation?
A type of work in which a person is employed and typically uses related skills or experiences.
How many career clusters are currently identified in the chapter?
16
What is job shadowing?
Following a worker on the job and observing what the job involves.
What are the three categories of 21st-century career skills?
Technical, personal, and interpersonal skills.
What does self-determination mean in the workplace?
Having the ability to make your own choices without outside control
What is a career?
A series of related jobs in the same profession.
What are career pathways?
Subgroups within career clusters that reflect occupations requiring similar knowledge and skills.
Name one way students can explore career opportunities.
Career events, guest speakers, field trips, job shadowing, or volunteering.
Name two interpersonal skills.
Collaboration, communication, cross-cultural understanding, leadership, or social skills.
How can work affect the way people see themselves?
Work can help form a positive self-image and give meaning to life.
What do occupational trends tell us?
Which jobs will most likely be needed in the future.
What is an associate degree?
A two-year college degree.
Why is it important to know yourself when making a career decision?
Your strengths and interests can help guide you toward an appropriate career.
What is a transferable skill?
A skill used in one job that can also be used in another job.
Name two reasons people work discussed in this section.
Survival, social connection, and self-determination
What is the gig economy?
A job market driven by technology that offers short-term contracts and freelance work.
What is a bachelor degree?
An undergraduate degree awarded by a college or university after completing a long-range course of study.
Why is it important to understand the world of work before choosing a career?
It helps you make informed decisions about your future career.
What is the difference between a hard skill and a soft skill?
Hard skills are necessary to perform work-related tasks; soft skills help people communicate and work well with others.