Self-Exploration
What is the difference between an interest and a strength?
An interest is something you enjoy; a strength is something you are naturally good at
What is one thing you researched about a career besides salary?
Skills, work environment, education, responsibilities, challenges, etc.
What are colleges more interested in besides just grades?
Experiences, growth, leadership, character, involvement, etc.
After identifying a goal, what important thing should you identify next?
Their motivation/reason
What major global change did the article discuss?
The Fourth Industrial Revolution
Name the three categories you created mind maps for.
Interests, strengths, and skills
Which career presentation involved coding, AI, and financial modeling?
Financial Quantitative Analyst
According to the reflection activities, why is it important to organize and communicate your experiences clearly instead of just listing them?
Because colleges and others need to understand the meaning, growth, and impact behind the experience.
What is one reason students were encouraged to make action plans for opportunities like volunteering, leadership, or summer programs early instead of waiting until later?
Good opportunities often require preparation, planning, skill-building, and consistent involvement over time. They also become unavailable quickly.
According to the article, what kinds of skills are becoming more important in modern careers?
Hybrid skills (technical + soft skills)
What is one reason it is important to identify your interests and strengths early in high school?
Helps guide goals, opportunities, classes, and careers
Which career presentation mentioned long project cycles and creativity challenges?
Video Game Designer
Why can even failures or difficult experiences be meaningful?
They can show growth, resilience, and learning
Why is breaking a large goal into smaller goals helpful?
Makes progress realistic and manageable
Name one factor students discussed when choosing universities.
Cost, location, majors, safety, campus life, internships, etc.
According to the lessons, what is the difference between a skill and a strength?
A skill is learned and practiced; a strength is more natural
Why is it important to understand BOTH the advantages and challenges of a career?
Helps make realistic and informed decisions
What does it mean to “build your story” for university applications?
Showing a meaningful pattern of experiences, growth, and interests
Give one example of an opportunity students were encouraged to pursue next year.
Leadership, volunteering, summer programs, clubs, internships, etc.
Why is building a “personal brand” becoming more important for students?
Employers and universities value demonstrated experiences, skills, and achievements
Why did you complete self-discovery assessments?
To better understand yourselves and identify careers/opportunities that fit you
According to the career profile assignment, why were you asked to explain why a career matched your personality and strengths?
To determine whether the career is a realistic personal fit
According to the reflection worksheet, what is one thing you should think about being “known for” by university application time?
A passion, strength, contribution, leadership area, or defining characteristic
Why is long-term planning important starting already in Grade 9?
Gives time to build experiences, skills, achievements, and direction before university applications
According to the lessons, why is it important to stay aware of changing industries and future careers?
Many future jobs may not exist yet, and students need adaptable skills and awareness of trends