This interactive lesson will teach you interesting facts about job search strategies, salaries and workforce and introduce you to some excellent web sites. To follow the lesson, read the questions and then click on the corresponding links to find the answers. When you are done at each website, click on the "back" button of your browser to return to this page. If you do this exercise from your home or work computer, remember to bookmark any web sites you like, so you can return to them later!
| What do
the following acronyms stand for: ACCESS ADA DOL O*NET SCANS VESID WIA |
New York State Department of Labor Directory of Acronyms |
| What is the most common resume mistake made by job hunters? | The Damn Good Resume |
| What are some resume tips for someone with very little formal work experience? | The Damn Good Resume |
| What is the difference between a chronological and a functional resume? | Job Star |
| What five occupations will have the greatest growth between 1999 and 2008? | info please.com |
| In 1955, what percentage of mothers with children under six years of age worked outside of the home? In 1998, what percentage of mothers with children under six worked outside of the home? Calculate the change in percentage. | info please.com |
| What is the "hidden job market"? What percentage of positions are filled by employers without open advertisement" | Job Star |
| What should you bring with you to a job interview? (Hint: look for "Interviewing" in the navigational menu on the left side of the web page.) | Princeton Review: Careers |
| What are the four main parts of a cover letter? | Princeton Review: Careers |