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What is the primary goal of a preprofessional degree?
To find a job immediately after graduation
To gain admission to graduate school immediately upon graduation or in the future
To travel abroad for further studies
To start a business
How do preparation issues for a preprofessional degree differ from a liberal arts degree?
They are more focused on practical skills
They require learning a new language
They are more focused on theoretical knowledge
They differ from using undergraduate degree as a liberal arts degree
What should students prepare for when pursuing a preprofessional degree?
The relaxed pace of graduate school
The competition involved in applying to graduate school and demands of being a graduate student
The flexibility of course choices in graduate school
The social activities in graduate school
Which of the following is NOT listed as a necessary preparation for graduate school?
Choose the best courses
Make good grades
Learn a musical instrument
Gain research experience
What is one of the recommended ways to prepare for graduate school according to the image?
Get involved in professional organizations
Spend time watching television
Play video games regularly
Avoid community activities
According to the image, establishing what kind of relationship is important for preparing for graduate school?
Competitive relationship
Mentoring relationship
Distant relationship
Online relationship
Which of the following is encouraged as a preparation for graduate school?
Get involved on-campus
Travel abroad for leisure
Focus solely on leisure activities
Ignore extracurricular activities
What is the 10-year doctoral completion rate for graduate school in psychology?
75.1%
65.1%
55.1%
85.1%
Which of the following specialized psychology skills is NOT taught exclusively at the graduate level?
Program evaluation
Counseling
Psychological testing
Basic research methods
What is said to make the process of attending graduate school worthwhile and enjoyable according to the slide?
The high cost of education
The unique skills learned
The opportunity to work while studying
The social life at the university
Which of the following skills is developed and improved during graduate training according to the image?
Negotiation skills
Ability to function in various roles/environments
Culinary skills
Automotive repair skills
What type of skills are emphasized in graduate training for handling data according to the image?
Artistic skills
Research methods, data analysis, and statistic skills
Musical skills
Athletic skills
Which skill related to social interaction and perspective is mentioned as being developed in graduate training?
Ability to appreciate and work with differing viewpoints
Dance skills
Driving skills
Sewing skills
According to the image, what ability is important for dealing with feedback during graduate training?
Ability to accept criticism and rejection
Ability to perform under pressure
Ability to memorize large amounts of information
Ability to design fashion
What is the unemployment rate for recent psychology doctorates?
~1%
~3%
~5%
~10%
What is the projected employment growth for individuals with a graduate degree in psychology for 2019-2029?
~1%
~2%
~3%
~4%
According to the 2015-2030 projections, what is the supply status of clinical, counseling, and school psychologists?
Sufficient supply
Insufficient supply
Oversupply
Balanced supply
According to the information provided, individuals with which degree report the highest job satisfaction?
Psychology bachelor's degree
Psychology master's degree
Psychology doctorate degree
Doctorates in other fields
What is the reported job satisfaction percentage for individuals with a psychology master's degree?
85%
88%
93%
95%
How does the job satisfaction of individuals with a psychology doctorate compare to those with a bachelor's degree in psychology?
It is the same.
It is lower.
It is higher.
The comparison is not provided.
What skills do many authors suggest are needed in graduate school?
Communication and teamwork skills
Strong self-motivation and organizational skills
Technical and analytical skills
Creative thinking and problem-solving skills
What should students do to evaluate if they are a good fit for graduate school?
Compare their qualifications with others
Honestly evaluate themselves for necessary traits
Focus on improving their academic grades only
Seek approval from peers and family
What is a common mistake students make when evaluating their qualities for graduate school?
They underestimate their abilities
They overestimate their abilities
They only focus on their weaknesses
They rely on external evaluations
What might most students need to do to manage their finances while attending graduate school?
Increase their standard of living
Substantially adjust their standard of living and/or borrow money
Work full-time jobs
Rely solely on scholarships
Why is enjoying writing important for students considering graduate school?
Writing is a minor part of graduate studies
Most courses and training do not require writing
Most courses and training require extensive writing
Writing is only necessary for literature courses
What might be expected of you outside of regular coursework in a graduate program?
Working on group projects
Conducting research for professors and on your own
Attending additional lectures
Participating in extracurricular activities
How often do graduate students use statistics according to the slide?
Occasionally
On a regular basis
Rarely
Only in specific courses
What might graduate students need to do to manage their time and resources effectively?
Go out frequently and eat at restaurants
Focus on leisure activities over study
Study rather than go out and live in cheaper accommodations
Spend money on luxury items instead of saving
Why is it important for someone considering graduate school to enjoy reading psychology books and journals?
Because they will have to write their own books and journals
Because reading is a minor part of the graduate school experience
Because reading for courses, research, and training consumes significant amounts of time
Because they will need to read only for entertainment
How many hours at a time are graduate students often studying when not in class or lab?
1-2 hours per session
3-5 hours per session
6-8 hours per session
9-10 hours per session
What is required for success in graduate school according to the slide?
Being able to focus attention on a particular course, project, situation, etc.
Having a lot of free time
Participating in many extracurricular activities
Studying only the night before exams
Why is organization important for graduate school?
It is not necessary for graduate school.
It helps in socializing with peers.
Organization is required to keep track of the large quantity of material and increased time commitments.
It is only important for undergraduate studies.
What grade expectations do most graduate programs have?
They expect mostly B's.
They allow C's and lower grades.
They do not allow C's and expect A's.
Grades are not important for graduate programs.
Why should one pursue graduate training according to the slide?
For the status of being called "doctor"
For reasons other than status
Because it guarantees a high salary
Only if interested in industrial-organizational psychology
Which area of psychology is mentioned as an exception in commanding top salaries?
Clinical psychology
Educational psychology
Industrial-organizational psychology
Social psychology
Why is a strong desire to learn important for graduate school?
It helps in getting better grades
It is necessary for teaching others
It prevents one from getting side-tracked
It is required for graduation
With whom do graduate students typically interact?
Only professors
Only fellow students
Only research participants
A variety of individuals including fellow students, research participants, professors, patients, etc.
From whom do graduate students typically receive feedback?
Only from faculty
Only from supervisors
Only from peers
From faculty, supervisors, and peers
What is expected when graduate students receive feedback?
To ignore the feedback
To only acknowledge positive feedback
To remedy weaknesses based on the feedback
To provide feedback in return
How much time do graduate students typically spend in an academic environment?
Only during class hours
Most of their time, with few escapes beyond holidays
Only on weekdays
Only when they have assignments due
What is expected of graduate students in terms of initiative?
They should expect a lot of guidance and support.
They must be self-starters with very little hand-holding provided.
They should rely on peers for direction.
They are required to follow instructions without asking questions.
How should graduate students feel about their discipline?
They should have a casual interest in the discipline.
They should identify with the discipline, but not necessarily psychology.
They should clearly and strongly identify with psychology.
They should be willing to change disciplines if necessary.
Are presentations a common requirement in graduate courses, research conferences, and undergraduate courses taught by graduate students?
No, presentations are rarely required.
Yes, presentations are occasionally required.
Yes, presentations are routinely required.
Presentations are only required in research conferences.
Is ambiguity considered a significant aspect of which field according to the slide?
Physics
Psychology
Mathematics
Literature
What should course selections be tailored to match?
The most popular courses
Courses required or preferred by graduate programs
The easiest available courses
Courses with the most credits
What percentage of students across all program types preferred Statistics?
74.4%
91.8%
85.3%
65.2%
What percentage of students across all program types preferred Research Methods?
74.4%
91.8%
85.3%
65.2%
Which of the following topics is NOT covered in this chapter on employment upon graduation?
Work settings of recent graduates
Starting salaries
Advanced career planning
Preparing job application materials
What is one of the topics discussed in this chapter that relates to the initial stages of employment?
Negotiating retirement benefits
Finding entry-level positions
Investing in stock options
Choosing health insurance plans
What aspect of job interviews is covered in this chapter?
Dress code for interviews
Preparing for and completing job interviews
Illegal interview questions
Follow-up etiquette after the interview
What can a Bachelor's degree in psychology be considered as?
A preprofessional degree
A vocational training program
A technical certification
An associate degree
Can the suggestions in the chapter be applied to individuals who are not pursuing graduate training?
Yes, they can also apply to those who want to pursue graduate training
No, they are strictly for those pursuing graduate training
Are the pointers, suggestions, and insights in the chapter applicable only to jobs within specialized subfields of psychology?
No, they are applicable to jobs within and beyond specialized subfields
Yes, only within specialized subfields
What does an undergraduate psychology degree provide?
Specialization in medical sciences
Well-rounded education in humanities, fine arts, natural sciences, social sciences
Only a focus on psychological theories
Limited to psychological practices
What opportunities does a bachelor's degree in psychology offer?
Opportunity to gain general knowledge, critical thinking, and communication skills
Opportunity to practice medicine
Opportunity to become a professional athlete
Opportunity to work in the food industry
Can the skills acquired from a bachelor's degree in psychology be applied to many job settings and opportunities?
No, they are only relevant in academic research
Yes, but only in the field of psychology
Yes, they can be applied to many job settings and opportunities
No, they are not transferable to any job settings
What did the APA's Board of Educational Affairs Task Force develop for psychology undergraduates?
A set of optimal expectations for performance
A new curriculum for psychology courses
A textbook on psychological theories
A guide to professional psychology careers
How many goals are most undergraduate psychology programs expected to address via the curriculum according to the APA's Task Force?
Three
Four
Five
Six
Which of the following is NOT one of the skills noted in the goals for psychology undergraduates by the APA's Task Force?
Scientific reasoning
Conducting research
Applying ethical standards
Learning foreign languages
Which of the following is an example of an entry-level position in the Business category for someone with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology?
Alumni director
Advertising sales representative
Caseworker or case manager
Crisis intervention counselor
Which position is listed under Health Positions for a person with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology?
Market research Analyst
Labor relations manager
Fitness and wellness coordinator
Benefits manager
What is a potential job title in the Education sector for an individual with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology?
Healthcare facility administrator
Residential advisor/director
Human Resources manager
Benefits manager
Which of the following is not a job position related to a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology?
Market research Analyst
Alumni director
Labor relations manager
Fitness and wellness coordinator
What is Appleby's online resource designed for?
Career-exploration for engineering majors
Career-exploration for psychology majors
Online shopping for students
Social media networking
When thinking about career possibilities, what is recommended?
Limit yourself to listed careers
Ignore information in textbooks
Consider information in the textbook about assessing and developing career goals
Focus only on current job market trends
Which organization tracks the employment of recent psychology bachelor’s degree recipients?
American Psychological Association
National Science Foundation
Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics
How many main sectors employ recent psychology bachelor’s degree recipients?
Two
Three
Four
Five
What percentage of people are employed in educational institutions according to the image?
26%
8%
66%
32%
What is the percentage of employment in the government sector as shown in the image?
26%
8%
66%
32%
Which sector employs the highest percentage of people as per the information in the image?
Educational institutions
Government sector
Business/private industry
Non-profit organizations
Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of educational institution?
Elementary and secondary schools
2-year and 4-year colleges and universities
Medical schools
Vocational training centers
Which type of educational institution is typically affiliated with universities?
Medical schools
Elementary and secondary schools
Other educational institutions
Vocational training centers
What type of colleges and universities are mentioned in the list of educational institutions?
2-year colleges only
4-year universities only
Both 2-year and 4-year colleges and universities
Online universities only
Which of the following are components of the Government Sector?
Local, state, and federal government
Private businesses and corporations
Non-profit organizations
International governing bodies
Which of the following is not listed as a part of the Government Sector in the image?
Military
Commissioned corps
Local government
Educational institutions
Which of the following is NOT included in the category of Business/Private Industry as per the learning material?
Companies
Businesses
Educational institutions
Self-employment
What percentage of employers use 3.0 as a GPA cut point for applicants?
63%
50%
75%
30%
Do many employers consider GPA when making a cut for applicants?
Yes, many employers make a cut based on GPA
No, employers do not consider GPA
Yes, but only a few employers consider GPA
No, employers only consider work experience
What do employers look for in applicants after considering their GPA?
Hobbies and interests
Particular skills
Personal connections
Social media profiles
Why is it important to develop certain skills when applying for jobs?
To increase salary expectations
To fill up the résumé
To convey them on a résumé
To impress friends
What can give candidates an edge in the job application process?
Knowing the CEO
Having a unique name
Having an internship with the employer or experience in the field
Being the first to apply
Which of the following is NOT listed as a top attribute employers search for in an applicant's résumé according to slide a?
Problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a team
Time management
Strong work ethic
What type of communication skills are mentioned as desirable attributes on an applicant's résumé in slide a?
Non-verbal communication skills
Written communication skills
Visual communication skills
Both A and B
According to slide a, which skill is considered important for an applicant's résumé along with problem-solving and teamwork?
Leadership
Multitasking
Public speaking
Foreign language proficiency
Which of the following attributes is NOT listed as one of the top attributes employers search for in an applicant's résumé according to slide b?
Initiative
Flexibility/adaptability
Professionalism
Organizational ability
What does the term "Interpersonal skills" relate to according to the learning material?
Working independently
Relates well with others
Ability to program computers
Managing organizations
Which attribute listed on slide b of the learning material is directly related to technology?
Initiative
Detail oriented
Computer skills
Organizational ability
Which of the following is NOT listed as a top attribute employers search for in an applicant's résumé according to slide c?
Strategic planning skills
Friendly/outgoing personality
Professionalism
Fluency in a foreign language
What attribute is listed at number 17 on slide c of the top attributes employers search for in an applicant's résumé?
Entrepreneurial skills/risk-taker
Adaptability
Communication skills
Teamwork
According to slide c, which attribute is mentioned last in the top 20 attributes employers search for in an applicant's résumé?
Creativity
Tactfulness
Fluency in a foreign language
Friendly/outgoing personality
Which of the following is NOT a component of communication as listed in the material?
Verbal communication
Written communication
Listening skills
Non-verbal cues
According to the textbook, many people consider ______ goals first, then ______ goals second, and finally ______ goals last, a problematic approach that can lead to feeling restricted in various areas later in life.
educational, life, career
educational, career, life
life, career, educational
life, educational, career
According to the textbook, the recommended order for considering goals is ______ first, ______ goals second, and ______ goals third.
career, educational, life
educational, life, career
life, career, educational
career, life, educational
The three types of goals discussed in your textbook as critical for college student to consider are
educational goals, financial goals, and career goals.
life goals, educational goals, and career goals.
career goals, relationship goals, and educational goals.
life goals, financial goals, and career goals.
Angela will be starting college next year. She has been thinking quite a bit about both her educational goals and her career goals. According to your textbook, however, it is important that she also gives strong consideration to her ______ goals.
life
relationship
status
retirement
According to your textbook, career goals have little meaning in isolation from educational and life goals. The three steps involved in sound career decision making, in the order suggested in your textbook, are
considering life goals, educational goals, and career goals.
considering educational goals, career goals, and life goals.
considering career goals, educational goals, and life goals.
considering life goals, career goals, and educational goals.
Madeline is a college student and has not declared a major. According to your textbook, the first thing Madeline should consider is her
(a)
According to your textbook, developing educational, life, and career goals is
a process that typically occurs at multiple points during childhood and adolescence.
a one-time process occurring during early adolescence.
a one-time process occurring during early adulthood.
an ongoing, lifelong process.
Your textbook stresses the importance of assessing your career goals, educational goals, and life goals. People should
assess career goals first.
revisit these goals as they have new experiences and their perspective changes.
only have to assess these goals once if they do so in an honest and thorough way.
Both a and b
Which of the following is not a career development theory discussed in your textbook?
relational theory
developmental theory
trait theory
social cognitive career theory
The career development theories discussed in your textbook are
interest theories, developmental theories, social cognitive career theory, and value theories.
type theories, reciprocal theories, developmental theories, and social cognitive career theory.
trait theories, type theories, developmental theories, and social cognitive theory.
trait theories, mentor theories, balance theories, and type theories.
Shelby is in her freshman year of college and unsure about what career she would like to pursue and what major she would like to declare. She makes an appointment to talk with a career counselor. Which career development theory would most emphasize the role that Shelby’s personal characteristics play in her career choices?
social cognitive career theory
trait theory
developmental theory
Both b and c
Larry works as an accountant but is seriously considering a career change. He has felt dissatisfied because he feels there is a mismatch between his personal characteristics
Based on the information provided, which career theory would best explain Larry's current dissatisfaction?
developmental theory
trait theory
social cognitive career theory
All of the above
Which career development theory considers our expectations for outcomes and belief in our own capabilities (i.e., self-efficacy)?
developmental theory
type theory
trait theory
social cognitive career theory
According to the social cognitive career theory, our career interests, goals, and actions are influenced by all but which of the following?
situational factors
our expectancies for outcomes
stereotypes we hold about specific careers
our beliefs in our own capabilities
According to the social cognitive career theory, our ________ are the driving factors that shape our expectancies for outcomes and our beliefs in our own capabilities (i.e., self-efficacy).
Which career development theory suggests that our career preferences mature over time and are subject to change?
developmental theory
type theory
social cognitive career theory
trait theory
(a) is a career development theory that suggests people adopt a few overall dispositions or tendencies that draw them to careers that satisfy their unique needs. This theory also proposes that people seek careers that allow them to express their skills in order to derive satisfaction.
Our self-concepts often change as a function of our experiences. Similarly, our preferences for and satisfaction with different types of careers also evolve. These ideas fit best with which career development theory?
Developmental theory
Type theory
Social cognitive career theory
Trait theory
(a) theory suggests that career preferences mature and evolve over time.
(a) theory emphasizes the role that personal characteristics play in career choices and focuses on the match or mismatch between personality characteristics and a career.
______ theory takes into account people’s outcomes for expectancies and belief in their own capabilities (i.e., self-efficacy).
(a) theory suggests that people adopt a few overall dispositions or tendencies that draw them to careers that satisfy their unique needs and allow them to express their skills.
Dr. Robertson believes people’s personal characteristics play an important role in their career choices. He also believes careers require a unique set of factors for an individual to be successful. Dr. Robertson’s view is best encapsulated by (a) theory.
Dr. Fitzpatrick is a strong proponent of type theories of career development. With which of the following statements would she most likely agree?
Each career requires a certain set of unique factors for a person to be successful.
People adopt a few overall dispositions in their life and are drawn to careers that allow them to express their skills.
People’s career preferences develop and mature over time as their self-concept changes.
People are constantly adapting their career interests based on situational, contextual, and sociological variables.
Johnson is a career counselor who believes his clients’ self-concepts change with experience and, therefore, career preferences develop and mature over time. He appears to be describing a (a) theory of career development.
Which of the following statements about career development theories discussed in the textbook is true?
Each kind of theory recognizes that career goals do not emerge in a vacuum and are not selected arbitrarily.
All of the theories acknowledge that career goals are dependent on many aspects of an individual and the individual’s unique set of experiences.
Trait theories are widely regarded as the most valid, having received overwhelming empirical support in the career development literature.
Both a and b
People are often disappointed with activities designed or advertised to help them identify their career. According to the textbook, why is this so?
For some, the process only confirms career ideas they already had.
For some, the results are so at odds with their ideas that they have no intention of further exploring suggested careers.
Some have no knowledge of the careers suggested, and they are left to figure out where or if to start investigating them.
All of the above
Individuals who engage in a career development process that only generates suggested career options
often find the experience fulfilling and insightful.
typically do not walk away with clear, well-developed career goals.
frequently secure employment within two weeks.
seldom regret the large sum of money they spent to participate in the experience.
According to your textbook, why might people fail to actively develop career goals?
Why might some people feel overwhelmed by the active development of career goals?
They take on a career out of financial necessity, which restricts their goal setting.
The active development of career goals can feel overwhelming.
They may feel they lack sufficient information about themselves or the job market.
All of the above.
According to your textbook, taking a job out of financial necessity and perceiving the active development of career goals as overwhelming ultimately leads people to what?
ultimately leads people to satisfying careers.
are two reasons people may fail to actively develop career goals.
are situations that are correlated with better physical and mental health.
lead people to feel more confident in their career choices.
What is a possible consequence of ending up in a career as a result of circumstances rather than purposeful planning and choice?
Feeling locked into a career because the individual lacks the skills needed to transition elsewhere
Feeling locked into a career because the individual cannot afford to give up a current position to pursue others
Feeling forced into a job that provides little or no satisfaction
All of the above
Why is it important to view career development as an ongoing, evolving process?
It is important to view career development as an ongoing, evolving process because it can help people adapt to changes in the job market. Changes in the job market and the demand for certain careers can be dramatic and unforeseen.
are very rare.
can be gradual and easily forecasted.
Both b and c
Why is it important to view career development as an ongoing, evolving process?
the demand for certain careers can change.
many universities are closing, which artificially inflates the value of a bachelor’s degree.
people should anticipate changing careers several times.
Both a and c
According to your textbook, how often should people expect to change careers?
not expect to change careers.
expect to change careers once.
expect to change careers multiple times.
None of the above
According to your textbook, those who develop career goals through careful self-assessment will what?
Individuals who seek career guidance from a certified life coach
have less difficulty modifying their career plans when needed.
have more difficulty modifying their career plans when needed.
earn less than individuals who sought guidance from a certified life coach.
earn more than individuals who sought guidance from a certified life coach.
Having well-developed, specific career goals
is related to better school attendance in adolescents.
is related to better academic performance in college students.
is associated with better overall health and well-being.
All of the above
Which of the following statements about the results of career goals research is false?
Employees who set career goals experience better adjustment to their current employment situations.
Employees who form and have support for clear career goals have more positive attitudes about their work.
There is no relationship between career goal setting and overall physical and mental health.
All of the above
Employees who form clear career goals
do not have work attitudes that are any different than those of employees who do not form clear career goals.
are more likely to have negative attitudes about their work.
are more likely to have positive attitudes about their work.
are more likely to report difficulties getting along with co-workers and supervisors.
Who is more likely to show persistence in their education?
College students with clear career goals
College students with vague career goals
College students who are completely undecided about their career goals
Both b and c
Life goals
are not a particularly important factor in the career development process.
tend not to change.
often change.
Both a and b
Life goals
are aspirations you have for yourself across your lifespan.
can be things you want to do.
can be things you want to be important parts of your life.
All of the above
According to your textbook, which of the following statements is most accurate?
Generating career goals will promote the formation of meaningful life goals.
Generating life goals will promote the formation of meaningful career goals.
Generating educational goals will promote the formation of meaningful life goals.
Generating first quarter revenue is more difficult than generating third quarter revenue.
Which of the following statements about the results of life goals research is true?
Youth who form life goals exhibit higher levels of functioning.
Adults who form life goals report higher levels of subjective well-being.
Pursuing intrinsic life goals is associated with lower levels of distress.
All of the above
People who form life goals report having
lower levels of income.
higher levels of well-being.
more career changes.
All of the above
Research has shown that expressing life goals in written or verbal form is correlated with
dissatisfying relationships and promotions.
physical health and well-being.
career regression and income.
retirement savings and negative mindset.
According to the textbook, the first step in developing meaningful life goals should be
To decrease the likelihood of feeling dissatisfied with one’s career goals, ensure that career goals are in line with life goals.
ensure that career goals are in line with life goals.
ensure career and life goals support one another.
ensure educational goals take precedence over any and all other goals.
Both a and b
Tom has a good amount of synchrony between his life and career goals. His career experiences are likely to be
rewarding and fulfilling.
frustrating and defeating.
uneventful and mundane.
temporary and variable.
Brenda has been thinking a lot about what type of career she would like to pursue. Your textbook suggests that her career experiences are more likely to be rewarding and fulfilling if
her life goals and career goals support one another.
she keeps her career and life outside of work separate by having life goals and career goals that are distinct from one another.
she allows her career goals to shape her life goals.
she uses her educational goals to shape her career and life goals.
Which of the following statements about developing educational goals is true?
Once students begin pursuing an undergraduate degree, they no longer need to develop educational goals.
As students progress through college, their career interests and goals are still being formulated, and their educational goals must change accordingly.
The educational goals students set in college have very little impact on their educational experiences.
All of the above
Jessie has decided she wants to become a clinical psychologist. After setting this career goal, she doggedly pursues a PhD in clinical psychology, seeing the degree as a means to an end: She must have the degree in order to enter her chosen career. What, if anything, is problematic with this approach?
Nothing is problematic. Jessie has logically determined what is required to enter her chosen career.
By solely focusing on earning the degree, Jessie may not be able to sustain the motivation and perseverance required to complete her educational goal.
By so vigorously pursuing a PhD, Jessie will become bitter and spiteful, traits that could harm her therapeutic relationship with future patients.
Nothing is problematic. Jessie’s approach is recommended by numerous psychologists of note.
Although Randy and Melissa are both majoring in psychology, they may have different educational experiences pursuing their degrees because they may
take different courses.
get involved in different types of activities.
differ in terms of the effort they exert in their studies.
All of the above
Albert and Beth both majored in psychology at the same university, took the same classes, and were involved in the same activities. Which of the following statements is true with regard to their educational experiences?
Despite all the similarities, they may have had very different educational experiences as a result of the effort they put into their education.
They almost certainly had exceedingly similar educational experiences.
In what order do many people consider the three types of goals discussed in the textbook?
The authors warn that this approach, though common, can be problematic. Why can it be problematic?
What three types of goals does your textbook suggest are part of the career development process? In what order should they be addressed?
Describe trait or factor theories of career development.
Describe type theories of career development.
Briefly describe developmental theories of career development.
Briefly explain social cognitive career theory.
Why are many people disappointed with activities that are designed or advertised to help them identify their career, particularly activities that only generate suggested career options?
Some individuals end up in a career as a result of circumstances rather than purposeful planning and choice. Describe at least one potential consequence of this approach.
According to the textbook, why do some individuals fail to actively develop career goals?
Kim, a friend who recently earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology, has begun her first full-time position at CYA Corporation. After several weeks on the job, she excitedly tells you she believes she will spend her entire career at CYA because it will allow her to fulfill the career goals she established during her senior year of college. Based on the textbook, is this a reasonable expectation? Why or why not?
Some argue that individuals entering the workforce should anticipate changing careers multiple times across their working life. Regarding career goals, what kind of person will be most successful at weathering these changes?
The textbook describes several benefits of having well-developed, specific career goals. Describe at least one of these benefits discovered through research.
Define life goals. Give an example of a life goal.
The textbook describes several benefits of setting life goals. Briefly describe one of these benefits.
Jordan and Kirsten are both in their freshman year of college and majoring in psychology. Why does your textbook suggest that, although they are both psychology majors, Jordan and Kirsten may have very different educational experiences?
