WorkKeys Test and Career Readiness

The video discusses Wisconsin's requirement for 11th graders to take the ACT and the new WorkKeys test, which assesses job skills. WorkKeys is designed to evaluate applied skills in math, reading, and writing, offering certificates at various levels based on performance. These certificates can aid students in job applications by demonstrating their skill levels. The video also covers the potential benefits for employers and the need for educating them about the certificates' value. Wisconsin is among the states implementing these tests as part of statewide assessments.

What is the primary goal of Wisconsin's new testing initiative for 11th graders?

• To improve sports performance

• To increase student participation in arts

• To ensure students are career and college ready

• To reduce school dropout rates

What is the WorkKeys test designed to assess?

• Artistic skills

• Job skills required by employers

• Historical knowledge

• Physical fitness

Which skill is NOT mentioned as important for cashiers in the video?

• Programming

• Cash handling

• Organization

• Multitasking

How many tasks are included in the WorkKeys test?

• Four

• Five

• Two

• Three

What is the highest level of certificate a student can earn on the WorkKeys test?

• Bronze

• Platinum

• Gold

• Silver

What level must a student achieve on all three WorkKeys exams to earn a bronze certificate?

• Level 3

• Level 4

• Level 2

• Level 1

How many states, including Wisconsin, require the WorkKeys test for 11th graders?

• Nine

• Five

• Twelve

• Eighteen

What is the main benefit of the National Career Readiness Certificate for employers?

• It replaces the need for interviews

• It provides a discount on taxes

• It helps in selecting, hiring, and training the right person

• It guarantees a job for students

What is a potential challenge mentioned regarding the WorkKeys certificate?

• High cost of the test

• Limited availability of test centers

• Need for employer education

• Lack of student interest

What is the role of the state in the administration of the WorkKeys test?

• The state pays for the exams

• The state conducts the interviews

• The state provides job placements

• The state offers scholarships