– Navigating a Digital World
Assessment 1. Job and career research
Perform an online job search and write a 1-2 page report on the skills and requirements necessary for the position.
Introduction
Today, technology is truly at your fingertips. You can download your favorite song, send an email to your professor, apply for jobs, share pictures of your kids, and even finish this entire course online. As digital technology continues to evolve, it’s not just changing the way we interact; it’s also changing the way we do business. It’s creating a new digital world where anything is possible if you have the skills you need to succeed.
This assessment focuses on the essential skills of digital confidence and proficiency as they relate to job and career searches. Modern jobs—from medium-skilled to more advanced-skilled careers—require the use of digital tools. No matter what job or career path you are on or want to pursue, you will need to know how to use technology to be successful. This knowledge is not only important on the job, but it is also an essential part of successfully finding the job you want—likely through an online job search. For this assessment, you’ll practice effective online job searches and identify the technical skills required for the job or career of your choice.
Choose a job or career for yourself that you are currently pursuing or plan to pursue in the future. Then, answer the following:
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria: