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Introduction to Earth Science at Work

Introduction to Earth Science at Work . Career Action Planning Portfolio. Why do I have to do it?. draws together personal and academic development self marketing tool source of material for use in applications and interviews it is assessed!. What will it look like?.

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Introduction to Earth Science at Work

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  1. Introduction to Earth Science at Work Career Action Planning Portfolio

  2. Why do I have to do it? • draws together personal and academic development • self marketing tool • source of material for use in applications and interviews • it is assessed!

  3. What will it look like? • Updated record of skills • bank of examples • research record of possible job roles • action plan

  4. Record of skills Higher level academic skills: • analysis • synthesis • problem-solving • critical reflection • independent thinking skills • leadership • delegation • negotiation

  5. Bank of Examples • for use in application forms/ interviews/ CVs • will prepare you for the mock interview assignment

  6. Research record of job roles • Own choice or geography related • begin to match own skills against job roles • reflect on your interests - what makes work meaningful for you? www.prospects.ac.uk

  7. Action Plan will include: • example sources of information on occupations • evidence of networking/gaining experience • vacancy sources • timing of applications (eg PGCE) Assessed in terms of the thoroughness of your research

  8. hints and tips for successful portfolio completion • have a fresh start • chip away • aim for deeper reflection than you have been used to - description is not enough • adopt a ‘scrap book’ approach • help each other, particularly to reflect on ideas • use careers resources early

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