Previous learning: Professional Practice

Why do we teach Professional Practice?

• To bridge the gap between academic and real-world skills

• To develop skills such as communication, teamwork, and time management

• To prepare students to act professionally and improve their performance

• All of the above

Fill in the blank: Developing skills such as ________, teamwork, and time management is a reason for teaching Professional Practice.

• communication

• cooking

• dancing

• painting

Why is Professional Practice important?

• It helps you develop the skills, behaviours, and attitudes that employers look for.

• It is only about getting a job.

• It is not important for students.

• None of the above.

Fill in the blank: It’s not just about getting a job; it’s about ________ once you’re there.

• doing well

• leaving early

• complaining often

• being late

• ignoring tasks

What are the four key aspects of professionalism according to Atkins (2013)?

• Knowing, Doing, Helping, Learning

• Planning, Organizing, Leading, Controlling

• Listening, Speaking, Writing, Reading

• Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness

Match the following aspects of professionalism with their descriptions:

• Knowing

• Working well with others, supporting your colleagues, being reliable, and showing respect

• Learning

• Being open to feedback, reflecting on what you do well and what you can improve

• Helping

• Putting your knowledge into practice

• Doing

• Having the right knowledge about the industry you work in

What is employability? Fill in the blank: Employability is a set of achievements, skills, understandings, and personal attributes that make individuals more likely to gain employment and be successful in their chosen occupations.

• A set of achievements, skills, understandings, and personal attributes that make individuals more likely to gain employment and be successful in their chosen occupations.

• A list of job titles and salaries for various professions.

• A collection of hobbies and interests unrelated to work.

• A summary of academic grades and test scores only.

Which of the following is an example of a set of achievements related to employability?

• Work experience

• Politeness

• Reliability

• Communication

Which of the following is NOT listed as a skill under employability?

• A) Communication

• B) Teamwork

• C) Problem-solving

• D) Cooking

Fill in the blank: Knowing how things work in your industry is referred to as ________ in employability.

• Understandings

• Certifications

• Networking

• Interviewing