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| Ideally, how long should a resume be? | One Page |
| Who should NEVER be listed as a reference on a resume? | a relative |
| How do you tell if an article is relevant? | Ask: Is the information fact or opinion? Who is the intended audience? |
| How do you tell if an article is current? | Ask: Is the research up to date? Have there been any new advancements since this publication? How frequently does research change in this field? |
| How do you tell if an author of an article is credible? | Ask: What are the credentials of the author? Is the author qualified to write on the topic? How did this information get published? Is it peer-reviewed? |
| In which order do the typical steps of the job application process occur? | Application, Resume Submission, Interview |
| How do you tell if an article has a credible purpose? | Who funded the study? Why was this research conducted? To inform? To persuade? To sell? To entertain? Is the point of view impartial? |
| Navigating Digital Information Check: Correct Information | Who is behind this information? Who is sharing it with you? (Friend, stranger, news organization, advertiser) Why are they sharing this information? (Does it benefit them in some way?) What, if any, claims are being made? (Factual or Opinion Statement?) |
| Navigating Digital Information Check: Accuracy | What is the evidence for their claims? Is a reliable source provided? Is it from a reputable source, from an expert, trusted news source, or backed up by opinion? Is it supported by other sources? Does it explain how the information was gathered? If you have never heard of the source of the information, you can use a search engine to discover what others say about it. |
| Navigating Digital Information Check: Verifying Accuracy | What do other sources say about the organization and its claims? Check multiple sources to see what other sources are saying. If it is not backed up by other sources, it is probably not true. |
| .com | .com (Commercial Site): Paid for with the interest of promoting a product to make money. Information is usually not deemed reliable or credible. |
| .edu | .edu (Educational Institution): Sites are schools from kindergarten to higher education. This type of source is generally credible because they are examined carefully. |
| .gov | .gov This is a federal government site. The information is considered to be from a credible source. |
| .org | .org (Non-Profit Organization): Typically, the information in these types of sites is credible, but there are some examples of organizations that favor one point of view over others. You should consider the commercial interests that may sponsor this type of site. |
| .net | .net (Network): This is a broad area where sites that do not fit other types of sites may use .net; therefore, information from these sites should be analyzed for credibility. |
| Why would you send a thank you letter after an interview? | To restate your qualifications and show gratitude |
| Which websites are more credible? | .org .edu .gov .mil |
| What is the purpose of a recommendation letter? | To have those who know you recommend you for employment |
| What is one way that colleges or jobs might narrow down potential applicants from their resumes? | Discard any resumes with spelling or mechanical errors |
| What is the purpose of a cover letter in a job application? | To express your enthusiasm for the position and explain how your skills match the job requirements. |
| When compiling a resume, which of the following content area groups MUST be included? | Name, Education, Work History |
| Jobs listed under the heading "Work Experience" should be placed | Everything on the resume should be listed newest first/Oldest last. |
| When communicating via email, it is essential to | carefully word your email in a polite manner |
| What is the primary function of a resume? | To highlight your skills, qualifications, and work experience relevant to a specific job. |
| Who has to fill out a FAFSA? | anyone applying for college |
| When should you put your GPA (grade point average) on your resume? | Only if it is a 3.0 or higher. |
| What is the one thing you should never do on a resume? | LIE about anything! |
