Questions and Answers
What term describes the fear or dislike of advanced technology?
What is the term for all of the information about a person that can be found online?
Digital Footprint
What term describes a general sense of emotional exhaustion and cynicism in relation to one's job?
Job Burnout
What is the term for when workers spend an excess amount of time online for personal reasons?
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What is the scientific study of human functioning that promotes strengths and virtues?
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What term describes a technique used to gain personal information for identity theft?
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What is the term for a deficit in a bank account caused by drawing more money than the account holds?
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What is the term for working at home using a computer linked to one's place of employment?
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What term describes working at a job for which one is overqualified?
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What is a large formal assembly of people called?
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What term refers to a person's place of employment?
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What is the learning management system used for online courses?
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What can students do with PeopleSoft?
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What does FAFSA stand for?
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What is the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)?
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What are the consequences of failure to pay tuition?
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What does an 'FA' mean in academic terms?
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What are some key points of emailing etiquette?
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Who is Dr. Jesse Smith?
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What constitutes full-time status in hours?
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What is Mississippi Works?
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What are effective methods for job searching?
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What should not be mentioned during a job interview?
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What is important to consider when choosing a career?
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What information can be included in a job application?
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What is a cover letter used for in a job application?
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What are some ways to keep good credit?
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What should a household budget be based on?
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What does the five-minute personality test determine?
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Match the following career clusters with their fields:
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Study Notes
Key Terms in Personal Adjustment Psychology
- Technophobia: Fear or dislike of advanced technology.
- Digital Footprint: Accumulated information about a person found online, reflecting their online presence and activities.
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Job Burnout: Emotional exhaustion and cynicism in the workplace, characterized by:
- Exhaustion
- Depersonalization
- Diminished personal accomplishment
- Cyberslacking: Excessive personal online activity during work hours that does not benefit the employer.
- Positive Psychology: Scientific study focused on human functioning, emphasizing strengths and virtues that promote individual and community thriving.
- Phishing: Technique used to acquire personal information for identity theft via fraudulent emails.
Financial and Employment Terms
- Overdraft: A deficit occurring when more money is withdrawn from a bank account than is available.
- Telecommuting: Working from home through a computer linked electronically to the employer.
- Underemployed: Individuals who work at jobs for which they are overqualified or those who desire full-time work but are working part-time.
- Convocation: A large formal assembly of individuals, typically for academic purposes.
- Workplace: The physical or virtual location where an individual is employed.
- Canvas: Learning management system utilized for online courses.
- PeopleSoft Features: Includes functionalities for students to view grades, enroll or drop classes, and manage financial accounts.
- FAFSA: Stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid, a form for federal financial aid.
- NCRC: National Career Readiness Certificate that tests skills in graphic literacy, applied math, and understanding workplace documents.
Academic and Job-Related Policies
- Consequences of Tuition Non-Payment: Results in being dropped from classes, inability to register for future courses, and holding of transcripts.
- "FA" Grade: Designation that denotes failure due to excessive absences.
- Email Etiquette: Maintain professionalism by addressing recipients properly, being concise, and avoiding all caps or demanding language.
Institutional Leadership and Student Life
- Dr. Jesse Smith: Currently the president of Jones College.
- Full-Time Status: Defined as taking 15 hours of courses.
- Mississippi Works: A resource platform for job opportunities for residents of Mississippi.
Job Search and Career Considerations
- Effective Job Search Methods: Explore jobs through online platforms, placement centers, and job fairs.
- Job Interview Tips: Avoid discussing salary, dress appropriately, and ensure punctuality for interviews.
- Career Choosing: Should include exploration of options and goals, focusing on more than just salary.
- Job Application Components: Can request education, experience, contact information, and special skills.
- Cover Letter Purpose: Supplement application by showcasing relevant knowledge and skills for a specific job.
Financial Management
- Good Credit Practices: Encourage charging only what can be afforded, timely bill payments, and paying off balances quickly.
- Household Budgeting: Should be established based on regular income, avoiding reliance on fluctuating sources such as tax refunds.
- Five Minute Personality Test: Assesses workplace personality types to highlight strengths and weaknesses, categorized into four animals: lion, beaver, otter, and golden retriever.
Career Clusters
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16 Career Clusters: Categorized fields of study or work include:
- Agriculture
- Architecture
- Arts
- Business
- Education
- Finance
- Government
- Health Science
- Hospitality
- Human Services
- Information Technology
- Law
- Manufacturing
- Marketing
- Science
- Transportation
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