2.01 Key terms
Analogy
a comparison between two things that are similar in some way, often used to help explain something or make it easier to understand
What does the acronym ASVAB stand for?
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery,
Adaptation
the process or state of changing to fit a new environment or different conditions, or the resulting change
What does the acronym SCANS stand for?
The SECRETARY'S COMMISSION ON ACHIEVING NECESSARY SKILLS
How many credits do you need to pass the 9th grade
AP Courses
advanced placement, college courses are taken in high school
List 2 reasons why you should consider the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school.
Save money, finish on time
Bachelors degree
4 year college degree from a university/college earned by completing undergraduate coursework and are awarded in specific concentrations.
What are Basic skills?
the key skills you need in study and life
How many credits do you need to pass the 10th grade
13 credits
Concise
using as few words as possible to give the necessary information, or compressed in order to be brief
Define “professional development,”
gaining new skills through continuing education and career training after entering the workforce.
Competency
the quality of being adequately or well qualified in a skill or ability.
What are THINKING SKILLS
cognitive processes that we use to solve problems, make different decisions, asking questions, making plans, organising and creating information
How many credits do you need to pass the 11th grade
19 credits
Correlation
a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things
What does the acronym CTSO stand for
Career and Technical Student Organizations
Formal Learning
done or carried out in accordance with established or prescribed rules.
What are PERSONAL QUALITIES
patience, humor, initiative, and flexibility
How many credits do you need to pass the 12th grade
27 credits
IB courses
International baccalaureate, offering internationally recognized courses
List 5 ways to earn college credit in high school
Function
an activity or role assigned to somebody or something.
What year were SCANS formed?
Three years ago
If you fail what is another way you can still pass?
Summer School