ECD 2022 Module 1 Packet PDF

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MODULE 1: Entering the Job Market Table of Contents MODULE 1: Entering the Job Market.............................................................................................................................1 Module Overview.....................................................................................................................................................2 Module 1 Vocabulary................................................................................................................................................4 Lesson 1: Job Search Overview.................................................................................................................................9 Lesson 2: Identifying Your Interests and Skills........................................................................................................11 Lesson 3: Language Focus: Vocabulary and Word Forms.......................................................................................13 Quiz: Word Forms: Things, Actions, People............................................................................................................15 Lesson 4: Choosing the Job That’s the Best Fit for You...........................................................................................16 Lesson 5: Language Focus: Present Simple vs. Present Progressive.......................................................................18 Quiz: Simple Present or Present Progressive..........................................................................................................21 Optional Reading Practice: Set SMART Goals to get ahead in your career.............................................................22 Lesson 6: Understanding Job Descriptions – Reading a Job Advertisement...........................................................24 Quiz: Key Words in a Job Advertisemente..............................................................................................................26 Lesson 7: Language Focus: Phrases to Compare Similarities..................................................................................27 Lesson 8: Language Focus: Phrases to Contrast Differences..................................................................................29 Optional Discussion: Written Comparison of the Job Search Process....................................................................31 Module 1: Wrap-Up and Looking Ahead................................................................................................................34 Wrap-up..................................................................................................................................................................34 © 2022 by FHI 360. “Module 1 Packet: Entering the Job Market” for the Online Professional English Network (OPEN), sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. This work is an adaptation of “Unit 1: Entering the Job Market”, by The University 1 of Pennsylvania licensed under the Creative Commons Share-Alike License. To view a copy of the license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/ MODULE OVERVIEW 1: JOB SEARCH OVERVIEW This work is a derivative of "Untitled - Image"- by Pixel2013,-"Untitled Image" - by Pexels and "Untitled Image" by -422737 under -Pixabay license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the Online Professional English Network, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and administered by FHI 360 This PDF does not include quiz questions. You must complete all quizzes online. You must pass each quiz with at least 70% to move to Module 2. Overview Welcome to Module 1 of the English for Career Development MOOC! Learning about the necessary steps in the US job application process will help you become a successful job seeker. Career planning begins with a clear understanding of your professional interests and skills for the job market as well as the current jobs in demand. We will look at the job search process through selected readings and video lectures. We will also learn and use vocabulary that will help you understand the job application process. This unit will end with a discussion board that lets you apply the vocabulary learned to the ideas we’ve studied. Learning Objectives: By the end of this unit, you will be able to: Identify the steps in the job search process Define and accurately use content-related vocabulary in course activities and games Identify word forms to expand your vocabulary Identify the simple present and present progressive when describing interests and skills. Identify phrases for comparing and contrasting Compare and contrast the job search process in the US and your home country 2 To-Do List In order to successfully complete Module 1, please do the following: 1. Review: Module 1 videos, presentations, and articles. (2 hours) 2. Discuss: Optional: Join your colleagues in a group discussion. Compare and contrast the job search process around the world. (30 minutes) 3. Check-In: Complete the following quizzes: a. Key Words in a Job Advertisement* (20 minutes) b. Things, Actions, and People (20 minutes) c. Simple Present vs. Present Progressive (20 minutes) *You must score at least 70% on all graded quizzes to receive your digital badge and certificate. 3 MODULE 1 VOCABULARY Module 1 will feature the following key vocabulary words. You can return to this page to review as needed. These words may appear in quizzes throughout the course. an applicant (n) Definition: An applicant is a person who is asking for a job. Sample Sentence: The company is now accepting resumes from qualified applicants. to apply (v) Definition: When you apply, you send your information to an employer to ask for a job. Sample sentence: In the United States, a person will send a resume and cover letter to formally apply for a job. a candidate (n) Definition: A candidate is a person who might get a job. Sample Sentence: After a person applies for a job, they become a candidate. a career (n) Definition: A career is an occupation or profession that requires special training and continues over a long period of time. Sample sentence: Knowing your interests and skills helps you to choose the career that is best for you. 4 to contrast (v) Definition: When you contrast, you talk about the ways two things are different. Sample Sentence: There are certain phrases you can uses to contrast different things. a cover letter (n) Definition: A cover letter is a formal letter to the employer to introduce the job seeker, show qualifications, and ask for an interview. Sample Sentence: I will send my resume along with a cover letter to apply for that position. duties and responsibilities (n) Definition: Duties and responsibilities are tasks done regularly in a job. Sample Sentence: This job seems like one I can do because I'm qualified and I can perform the duties and responsibilities well. an employee (n) Definition: An employee is a person who is hired and begins working. Sample Sentence: Amin has worked with us for two years. He is one of our best employees. 5 an employer (n) Definition: The employer is the person or organization making the decision to give the applicant a job. Sample sentence: I sent my cover letter and resume to the employer. to hire (v) t tt Definition: When you hire someone, you give them a job and pay them for the work. Sample Sentence: When a candidate is hired and begins working, she is then called an employee. an interview (n) Definition: An interview is a conversation where a candidate talks with an employer about a job. Sample Sentence: An interview is the best chance for the candidates to show their interest in a job and demonstrate their qualifications. a job application (n) Definition: A job application is a written request for employment. Sample Sentence: Nowadays, many job applications are completed online 6 to network (v) Definition: When you network, you meet and talk with people who may help in the job search process. Sample Sentence: When networking, job seekers talk to many people about their skills and experience in conversations. a resume (n) Definition: A resume is a written document of work experience, education, and skills. Sample Sentence: I sent my cover letter and resume to the employer. a skill (n) Definition: A skill is something that you can do well. Sample Sentence: Job seekers should identify their skills and areas of interest. 7 Image Credits 1. an applicant (n.) – This image is a derivative of “Untitled Image” by Thought Catalog via Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 2. to apply (v.) – This image is a derivative of “Untitled Image” by Adeolu Eletu via Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 3. a candidate (n.) – This image is a derivative of “Untitled Image” by Katie White from Pixabay under Pixabay license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 4. a career (n.) – This image is a derivative of “Untitled Image” by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay under Pixabay license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 5. to contrast (v.) – This image is a derivative of “Untitled Image” by Coffee Geek on Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 6. a cover letter (n.) – This image is derivative of “Untitled Image” by Trudi Nichols from Pixabay under Pixabay license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 7. duties and responsibilities (n.) – This image is derivative of “Untitled Image” by Luis Villasmil on Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 8. an employee (n.) – This image is derivative of “Untitled Image” by Anastasia Gepp from Pixabay under Pixabay license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 9. an employer (n.) – This image is derivative of “Untitled Image” by Ed Zilch from Pixabay under Pixabay license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 10. to hire (v.) - This image is derivative of "Untitled Image" by Tumisu from Pixabay under Pixabay license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 11. an interview (n.) – This image is a derivative of “Untitled Image” by Van Tay Media on Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 12. a job application (n.) – This image is derivative of "Untitled Image" by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay under Pixabay license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 13. to network (v.) – This image is derivative of “Untitled Image” by HIVAN ARVIZU @soyhivan on Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 14. a resume (n.) – This image is derivative of “Untitled Image” by Alabama Extension via Flickr under Public Domain. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 15. a skill (n.) – This image is derivative of “Untitled Image” by Clark Young on Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. 8 LESSON 1: JOB SEARCH OVERVIEW Search Overview The video for this lesson is available online. Please find the transcript for the lesson below. Hello. In this video, we will talk about the job search process and introduce you to each of the 7 steps in the process. Did you know that the average U.S. worker today holds 10 different jobs before age 40? For younger workers just beginning their career that number is between 12 and 15 jobs. This means that workers in the United States and around the world will probably change jobs often. Each time they change jobs, they have to take part in the process known as the job search. Searching for a job is part of career development. It's important to remember that searching for a job is part of a process which takes time and requires several steps. The Steps of the Job Search Process Let's think about the search as a journey on a train. The train will stop at many places along the way to its final destination, just as job seekers complete multiple steps in their job search. Step 1: Identify skills and areas of interest In the first step, job seekers need to identify their skills and areas of interest. When looking for a job, you should ask yourself, what am I good at? What do I like to do? What have I studied? Your answers to these questions will help you to create a clear, professional profile. Step 2: Create a professional profile In the second step, you create a professional profile. You write information about your education, your past work experience, volunteer experiences, or special training. Your professional profile can also list hobbies and interests that tell more about you as a person. After reflecting on skills and creating a profile, it's time to start looking for a job. There are many places to search for jobs online, in newspapers, and in person. Step 3: Look for a job In the third step, job seekers will need to read and understand the advertisement or job description. Then, decide if their skills match the job description. Step 4: Write a resume In the fourth and fifth steps, the job seeker moves into the application part of the process. In this part of the process, job seekers send their information to the employer to apply for a job. In the United States, a person will send a resume and cover letter to formally apply for a job. A resume is a written document of one's employment, education, and skills. 9 Step 5: Write a cover letter The cover letter is a formal letter addressed to the employer to introduce the job seeker, show qualifications, and ask for an interview. Step 6: Network and build relationship In addition to cover letters, many people use networking events as a way to introduce themselves to future employers. This is the sixth step in the process. When networking, job seekers talk to many people about their skills and experience in conversations. Networking is focused on meeting people and building relationships in person. Whether it is through a cover letter or a short conversation, job seekers are trying to get an interview for a job. Step 7: Interview for the job As the seventh step, the job interview is the best chance for the candidates to show their interest in the job and demonstrate to employers how they are qualified for the job. Formal interviews are often in person but can sometimes be done by telephone or video. In all of these interviews, the job seeker needs to be able to ask and answer questions briefly and clearly. Summary Let's review the job search process. Job seekers begin by identifying their skills and interests, create a professional profile, and read job descriptions. After choosing a job, they write a resume and cover letter to formally apply and request an interview. Job seekers often talk to many people casually in networking events. In a formal job interview, candidates really present their skills to a future employer. What’s Next? Now, let's move on to identifying skills and interests. 10 LESSON 2: IDENTIFYING YOUR INTERESTS AND SKILLS Identifying Your Interests and Skills The video for this lesson is available online. Please find the transcript for the lesson below. Hello, in this video, we will talk about how to make a list of your interests and skills. Then we will talk about three types of skills: things you do, things you know, and ways you act. Knowing your interests and skills helps you to choose the career that is best for you. What are interests? Let's begin with a definition of interests and skills. Interests are subjects, ideas, or things you want to know more about. Interests can also be an activity or hobby that you enjoy doing in your free time. For example, if you like to play computer games, cook, or read books, you could say those are interests or hobbies. What are your interests or hobbies? Write two lists on one page, the left side with subjects or things that you like learning about and the right side a list of things that you enjoy doing. When making these lists, think about yourself as a person, not just a worker. Let's look at this with an example job seeker, John. One of his interests is reading Internet news articles about computer programming. He should write that in the left side of the paper. John also enjoys playing online computer games, so he should put that on the right side of the paper. I like to read internet news articles about computer programming. This image is a derivative of "Untitled Image" by Matthew Guay and "Untitled Image" by Erik Mclean on Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. When you write all of the things that you are interested in, you may notice that they are related or connected in some way. Many career coaches say that knowing your interests or hobbies often helps you to identify your skills. 11 What are skills? So, what exactly are skills and how are they different from interests? First, a skill is the ability to do something well. Some skills are natural, meaning that we are born with these skills. Other skills are learned, and we develop these skills over time. Skills can also be divided into more categories. Functional skills are things you can do, like driving. Subject skills are things you know, for example, Japanese history. And personal trait skills are ways that you act, such as being on time. For example, let's look at John's skills. We know that John likes to read about computer programming and play online computer games. When he plays games online, he is able to watch the screen and type quickly at the same time. John is also very good in all of his math classes, and he asks many questions. So, we can say that he has strong math skills, and he is curious. Using this example, we can see that John has functional skills (typing quickly), subject skills (math). and personal trait skills (curiosity). can type quickly. I am curious. This image is a derivative of "Untitled Image" by Cytonn Photography, "Untitled Image" by Antoine Dautry, and "Untitled Image" by Jeremy Bishop on Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. Now that John knows his interests and skills, he might begin looking for jobs that are related to technology or computer programming. Like John, once other job seekers identify their interests and skills, they are more likely to choose a job or career path that is best for them. Summary Let's review what we've learned about interests and skills. Interests are things we want to know about or activities that we like. Skills are the ability, natural or learned, to do things well. Our skills are often divided by functional skills, things you do, subject skills, things you know, and personal trait skills, ways that you act. What’s Next? Next, we will look at some useful words and phrases for the job search process. 12 LESSON 3: LANGUAGE FOCUS: VOCABULARY AND WORD FORMS Language Focus: Vocabulary and Word Forms The video for this lesson is available online. Please find the transcript for the lesson below. Hello, in this video, we're going to talk about some useful words and phrases that you'll hear many times throughout the job search process. We will organize these words into three categories: things, actions, and people. An occupation To search (for a job) A job seeker A career To apply (for a job) A candidate Employment To interview (for a job) An applicant Employment history To hire An employer A job application To work An employee A worker Actions People / ~,_, {Verbs) (,~ ~. {Nouns) f ~ '~ _ t. This image is derivative of “Untitled Image” by Trudi Nichols and “Untitled Image” by Anastasia Gepp from Pixabay under Pixabay license and “Untitled Image” by Adeolu Eletu via Unsplash under Unsplash license. This derivative is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by FHI 360 for use in the OPEN Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. government and administered by FHI 360. Things Let’s begin with important definitions of things, or general concepts. Occupation and career. An occupation is like a job because both are very specific. For example, being a waiter is a job or occupation. If Tom works as a waiter, a bartender, and a restaurant manager over 20 years, he can say that he has a career in the restaurant industry. An occupation is a person's work as a way to earn money. A career is an occupation or a profession that requires special training and continues over a long period of time. Here's another example, Yuki has worked for the clothing company UNIQLO for ten years. She began her career in the fashion industry with different occupations, first as a sales clerk, then as a store manager. Now, she works at the company's main office as a fashion designer. Let's look at two more definitions of things. Employment is a general term for the activity that people do to make money. 13 When someone asks you about your employment history, focus on work for which you were paid money. A job application is a written request for employment, usually a specific document to be completed. Actions In the job search process, there are some actions (or verbs) that are very important. Let's look at five of these. The first is to search for a job, this means to look for work in a specific occupation. To apply for a job is to formally ask for employment, usually in writing. This means completing a specific job application or sending documents like a resume and cover letter. We will talk more about these later in modules two and three. To interview for a job is to answer questions in a formal meeting. Most interviews are face-to-face but sometimes people can interview by phone or video calls. To be hired for a job, is to be given a job and then paid for the work. If someone says, “you're hired,” that means you got the job. To work is to do an activity related to one's occupation. People Now, let's move on to people. A job seeker is someone who is looking for a job. After a person applies for a job, they become a candidate or an applicant which is a person who might get the job. These next two words sound almost the same but have very different meanings. Pay attention to the ending sounds of these two words, employer and employee. An employer is the person making the decision to give the applicant a job. The employer can be a specific person or can also be a company or organization. When a candidate is hired and begins working, he is then called an employee. Employee is a more formal word for worker. Summary By now you probably noticed many of these few vocabulary words look similar. But they are actually different word forms: nouns and verbs. One way to help remember all of these new words is to organize them into three categories. Things are nouns, actions are verbs and people are nouns. What’s Next? Let's move on to a quiz where you can practice grouping the words into the correct category: things, actions, or people. 14 QUIZ: WORD FORMS: THINGS, ACTIONS, PEOPLE Directions: Choose the best category (things, actions, or people) for each of the following bolded vocabulary words. You can take this quiz as many times as you want, and your highest score will be kept. You must score at least 70% to pass this quiz. >>>> Please note that this quiz can only be completed in Canvas. >>> Please note that this quiz can only be completed in Canvas.