Hello
On Friday, we examined personality types based upon the 100 Acre Woods Characters. Each of the characters' personalities were examined and then YOU took the personality test. As you know, this was really just for fun. I have had you take another personality test that we will examine on Wednesday.
You may or may not have agreed with the personality test results; but, most of us are not truly just ONE type or the other. We are however mostly one personality type and some of another personality type.
In selecting a career choice, it is very important to consider your choice based upon your particular personality.
I'd like for you to write me a personal business letter examine your own personality type based upon the 100 Acre Woods Test. Then, do an Internet search upon some career choices that the personality type might need to have for the particular career. You may have to do a bit of stretching here to find what your results. Wednesday, it will become even clearer your personality type.
my address: Ronda Bowles/682 Woodford Drive/Mt. Sterling, KY 40353
You should have at least three paragraphs. The first paragraph please state what your character type is and the traits of that type. List also some of your own traits that make you this way.
The second paragraph, you should list the potential career clusters that these personality traits may have.
The last paragraph should summarize and suggest a particular career within that career cluster you may enjoy working.
You may have more than three paragraphs. Remember, I am seeking your very best writing. Appropriate grammar and punctuation is important as well. Assure you have all letter parts too.
Enjoy the assignment! This is learning FUN
This link might be helpful it is a listing of all the career clusters; which in turn have all the careers narrowed down and divided.
http://www.careerclusters.org/list16clusters.php
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Friday, September 21, 2007
Getting Healthy!
Mrs. Bowles does have some cheerleaders and moral support in her quest to lose weight and to get healthy.
See the link below!
http://kytech.ky.gov/flash218.pps
http://kytech.ky.gov/flash218.pdf
See the link below!
http://kytech.ky.gov/flash218.pps
http://kytech.ky.gov/flash218.pdf
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Sample Cover Letter
Your Name Your Address Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone Number Your Email
Date
Name
Title Organization
Address City
State, Zip Code
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name:
First Paragraph: Why You Are Writing. Remember to include the name of a mutual contact, if you have one. Be clear and concise regarding your request.
Middle Paragraphs: What You Have to Offer. Convince the readers that they should grant the interview or appointment you requested in the first paragraph. Make connections between your abilities and their needs or your need for information and their ability to provide it.
Final Paragraph: How You Will Follow Up. Remember, it is your responsibility to follow-up; this relates to your job search. State that you will do so and provide the professional courtesy of indicating when (one week's time is typical).
Sincerely,
Your Signature Your Typed Name
Writing Your Cover Letter
Students will determine what content should be in a cover letter.
Students will learn to write a cover letter using a sample template.
What is the purpose of a cover letter?
A cover letter is a method of introducing yourself to the company for whom you would like to work. If you do not make a clear and positive first impression, you might be eliminated from a position without even speaking with the employer.
Writing a cover letter often seems like a particularly daunting task. However, if you take it one step at a time, you'll soon be an expert at writing letters to send with your resume.
A cover letter typically accompanies each resume you send out. Your cover letter may make the difference between obtaining a job interview and having your resume ignored, so, it makes good sense to devote the necessary time and effort to writing effective cover letters.
A cover letter should complement, not duplicate your resume. Its purpose is to interpret the data-oriented, factual resume and add a personal touch. A cover letter is often your earliest written contact with a potential employer, creating a critical first impression.
Do not design a form letter and send it to every potential employer (you know what you do with junk mail!).
Effective cover letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences (remember, relevance is determined by the employer's self-interest). They should express a high level of interest and knowledge about the position.
In general, your letter will either be a letter of application or a letter of inquiry depending on whether or not you are writing to apply for an open position. A letter of application will include specific details about the position for which you are applying; whereas a letter of inquiry is asking the employer to consider you for any existing or future positions that suit your experience.
Students will learn to write a cover letter using a sample template.
What is the purpose of a cover letter?
A cover letter is a method of introducing yourself to the company for whom you would like to work. If you do not make a clear and positive first impression, you might be eliminated from a position without even speaking with the employer.
Writing a cover letter often seems like a particularly daunting task. However, if you take it one step at a time, you'll soon be an expert at writing letters to send with your resume.
A cover letter typically accompanies each resume you send out. Your cover letter may make the difference between obtaining a job interview and having your resume ignored, so, it makes good sense to devote the necessary time and effort to writing effective cover letters.
A cover letter should complement, not duplicate your resume. Its purpose is to interpret the data-oriented, factual resume and add a personal touch. A cover letter is often your earliest written contact with a potential employer, creating a critical first impression.
Do not design a form letter and send it to every potential employer (you know what you do with junk mail!).
Effective cover letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences (remember, relevance is determined by the employer's self-interest). They should express a high level of interest and knowledge about the position.
In general, your letter will either be a letter of application or a letter of inquiry depending on whether or not you are writing to apply for an open position. A letter of application will include specific details about the position for which you are applying; whereas a letter of inquiry is asking the employer to consider you for any existing or future positions that suit your experience.
Cover Letter Format
To be effective, your cover letter should follow the basic format of a typical business letter and should address three general issues:
1. First Paragraph - Why you are writing
2. Middle Paragraphs - What you have to offer
3. Concluding Paragraph - How you will follow-up Why You Are Writing
In some cases, you may have been referred to a potential employer by a friend or acquaintance. Be sure to mention this mutual contact, by name, up front since it is likely to encourage your reader to keep reading!
If you are writing in in response to a job posting (review sample), indicate where you learned of the position and the title of the position. More importantly, express your enthusiasm and the likely match between your credentials and the position’s qualifications.
If you are writing a prospecting letter (review sample) a letter in which you inquire about possible job openings - state your specific job objective. Since this type of letter is unsolicited, it is even more important to capture the reader’s attention.
If you are writing a networking letter (review sample) to approach an individual for information, make your request clear.
What You Have To Offer
In responding to an advertisement, refer specifically to the qualifications listed and illustrate how your particular abilities and experiences relate to the position for which you are applying. In a prospecting letter express your potential to fulfill the employer's needs rather than focus on what the employer can offer you. You can do this by giving evidence that you have researched the organization thoroughly and that you possess skills used within that organization.
Emphasize your achievements and problem-solving skills. Show how your education and work skills are transferable, and thus relevant, to the position for which you are applying.
How You Will Follow Up
Close by reiterating your interest in the job and letting the employer know how they can reach you and include your phone number and/or email address. Or bid directly for the job interview or informational interview and indicate that you will follow-up with a telephone call to set up an appointment at a mutually convenient time. Be sure to make the call within the time frame indicated.
In some instances, an employer may explicitly prohibit phone calls or you may be responding to a “blind want-ad” which precludes you from this follow-up. Unless this is the case, make your best effort to reach the organization. At the very least, you should confirm that your materials were received and that your application is complete.
If you are applying from outside the employer’s geographic area you may want to indicate if you’ll be in town during a certain time frame (this makes it easier for the employer to agree to meet with you).
In conclusion, you may indicate that your references are available on request. Also, if you have a portfolio or writing samples to support your qualifications, state their availability.
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://z.about.com/d/jobsearchtech/1/0/j/3-9-98letter1.gif&imgrefurl=http://jobsearchtech.about.com/library/weekly/aa_resignation_letter_format.htm&h=530&w=439&sz=9&hl=en&start=14&tbnid=Qt2rM32RVVjBpM:&tbnh=132&tbnw=109&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dpersonal%2Bbusiness%2Bletter%2Bformat%26gbv%3D2%26svnum%3D10%26hl%3Den
1. First Paragraph - Why you are writing
2. Middle Paragraphs - What you have to offer
3. Concluding Paragraph - How you will follow-up Why You Are Writing
In some cases, you may have been referred to a potential employer by a friend or acquaintance. Be sure to mention this mutual contact, by name, up front since it is likely to encourage your reader to keep reading!
If you are writing in in response to a job posting (review sample), indicate where you learned of the position and the title of the position. More importantly, express your enthusiasm and the likely match between your credentials and the position’s qualifications.
If you are writing a prospecting letter (review sample) a letter in which you inquire about possible job openings - state your specific job objective. Since this type of letter is unsolicited, it is even more important to capture the reader’s attention.
If you are writing a networking letter (review sample) to approach an individual for information, make your request clear.
What You Have To Offer
In responding to an advertisement, refer specifically to the qualifications listed and illustrate how your particular abilities and experiences relate to the position for which you are applying. In a prospecting letter express your potential to fulfill the employer's needs rather than focus on what the employer can offer you. You can do this by giving evidence that you have researched the organization thoroughly and that you possess skills used within that organization.
Emphasize your achievements and problem-solving skills. Show how your education and work skills are transferable, and thus relevant, to the position for which you are applying.
How You Will Follow Up
Close by reiterating your interest in the job and letting the employer know how they can reach you and include your phone number and/or email address. Or bid directly for the job interview or informational interview and indicate that you will follow-up with a telephone call to set up an appointment at a mutually convenient time. Be sure to make the call within the time frame indicated.
In some instances, an employer may explicitly prohibit phone calls or you may be responding to a “blind want-ad” which precludes you from this follow-up. Unless this is the case, make your best effort to reach the organization. At the very least, you should confirm that your materials were received and that your application is complete.
If you are applying from outside the employer’s geographic area you may want to indicate if you’ll be in town during a certain time frame (this makes it easier for the employer to agree to meet with you).
In conclusion, you may indicate that your references are available on request. Also, if you have a portfolio or writing samples to support your qualifications, state their availability.
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://z.about.com/d/jobsearchtech/1/0/j/3-9-98letter1.gif&imgrefurl=http://jobsearchtech.about.com/library/weekly/aa_resignation_letter_format.htm&h=530&w=439&sz=9&hl=en&start=14&tbnid=Qt2rM32RVVjBpM:&tbnh=132&tbnw=109&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dpersonal%2Bbusiness%2Bletter%2Bformat%26gbv%3D2%26svnum%3D10%26hl%3Den
100 Acre Wood Personality Test
This is just a fun way of looking at your personality. Take the quiz and see what 100 Acre Wood character personality you most compare.
http://www.half-asleep.com/pooh/interact/quiz/quiz.php
Selecting your career will depend largely on your personality type.
Take the 100 Acre Personality Quiz!
Define the words:
Extrovert and Introvert
What sort of careers would an extrovert select? What sort of careers would an introvert select?
http://www.half-asleep.com/pooh/interact/quiz/quiz.php
Selecting your career will depend largely on your personality type.
Take the 100 Acre Personality Quiz!
Define the words:
Extrovert and Introvert
What sort of careers would an extrovert select? What sort of careers would an introvert select?
Personal Business Letters
This source of written communication is a formal way to express yourself. Following are the directions on how to prepare a 'personal business letter.'
Return Address:
Street Address
City, ST ZIP SS=Single Space
Dateline
QS= 4 Returns or 3 Blank Lines
Letter Address:
Person’s Name
Street Address SS=Single Space
City, ST ZIP
DS= 2 Returns or 1 Blank Line
Salutation: Dear ______
DS=2 Returns or 1 Blank Line
Body of Letter: Paragraphs of Typed Information
P-1 _______
_______ SS
DS
P-2 _______
_______ SS
DS
P-3 _______
_______
DS
Complimentary Close:
Sincerely Yours truly Cordially Yours
Sign Your Name Here QS
Author of Letter= Your Name
DS
Enclosure Notation: Enclosure (or) Attachment
Return Address:
Street Address
City, ST ZIP SS=Single Space
Dateline
QS= 4 Returns or 3 Blank Lines
Letter Address:
Person’s Name
Street Address SS=Single Space
City, ST ZIP
DS= 2 Returns or 1 Blank Line
Salutation: Dear ______
DS=2 Returns or 1 Blank Line
Body of Letter: Paragraphs of Typed Information
P-1 _______
_______ SS
DS
P-2 _______
_______ SS
DS
P-3 _______
_______
DS
Complimentary Close:
Sincerely Yours truly Cordially Yours
Sign Your Name Here QS
Author of Letter= Your Name
DS
Enclosure Notation: Enclosure (or) Attachment
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Plagiarism: How to Cite Online Resources (Webquest)
Plagiarism is something we all strive to avoid. If we are not educated properly in how to cite our sources, we may discover that we are guilty of plagiarizing. clipart compliments of library.geneseo.eduThere is a terrific webquest already created on the web which is free to users. The following link provides the information:
http://webhost.bridgew.edu/j1kagan/PlagiarismWQ.htm
YOUR ASSIGNMENT:
You will read the introduction of the webquest addressing what you will be learning. Next you will have a series of tasks that describe what you will accomplish. And lastly you will have the 'process' in which you will be directed specifically what to do for each task.
Please complete the webquest according to the directions. They are easy and quick to go thru. A Powerpoint presentation has been provided and a quiz. After you have taken the quiz, copy and paste the information over to me in an email so that I can see your correct/incorrect responses and quiz score.
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Office Safety Report, Safety Flyer and Test
Although office workers are not exposed to as great a risk as industrial workers, there are certain health and safety risks in the office that can lead to ill health, injuries and accidents.Office workers are exposed to risks such as working with Display Screen Equipment, Manual Handling and injuries due to slipping, tripping and falling.
Carelessness and neglect cause majority of office accidents and ill health. People assume that the office is a safe place and do not seriously consider the effects of their actions. Many of these injuries and ill health could be avoided by making office workers aware of the health and safety hazards in the office and by reducing the risk of exposure to the main risks.
There are many pieces of legislation in place to protect people while at work. These place certain duties on employers and employees. Safety applications for office safety and health are addressed through regulations listed below to the office environment:
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974;
Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations 1992;
Display Screen Equipment regulation 1992;
Work Place Regulations 1992;
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1992;
Manual Handling Operations regulations 1992;;
Electricity at Work Regulations 1989;
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 1988;
First Aid Regulations 1981;
Fire Precaution Act 1971;
Offices, Shops and Railway Premises Act 1963.
YOUR ASSIGNMENT
CONGRATULATIONS!
You have been chosen from the Word Processing Teacher to be the monthly SAFETY INSPECTOR. Your job will be to educate and inform all of the students here at Montgomery Co. ATC of safety policies, rules and procedures.
One of your first tasks will be to reasearch safety procedures/protocol in the office setting. You will be preparing an educational Office Safety two page report using MLA style writing and reference citing. You will be responsible for creating a test and answer key on Office Safety. You will also be creating three different informational safety flyers on the following topics:
1. General Safety
2. Classroom Safety
3. Office/Employee Safety
CONGRATULATIONS!
You have been chosen from the Word Processing Teacher to be the monthly SAFETY INSPECTOR. Your job will be to educate and inform all of the students here at Montgomery Co. ATC of safety policies, rules and procedures.
One of your first tasks will be to reasearch safety procedures/protocol in the office setting. You will be preparing an educational Office Safety two page report using MLA style writing and reference citing. You will be responsible for creating a test and answer key on Office Safety. You will also be creating three different informational safety flyers on the following topics:
1. General Safety
2. Classroom Safety
3. Office/Employee Safety
You will be working with a "safety committee" of two other people from your classroom. You may use appropriate clipart for your flyers. Keep in mind that no more that two fonts should be used on this document. You may however utilize other font features such as bold, underline, italics, etc. Take advantage of various point sizes and colors to bring special attention to important features.
You may use the links below to assist you with this project. In addition, please find at least two other cites which is helpful in discovering safety issues in the office setting.
http://oregonstate.edu/ehs/bulletin/si51.pps#1
http://www.safetyworld.com/topics/office.htm
http://www.leon.k12.fl.us/Public/RiskMgmt/EmployeeSafetyRules.htm
It's All About MLA
You can select this link and learn all about MLA style writing. Great source!
Quoting and Paraphrasing Sources
Automatic Reference Citing
If you are needing to cite a reference, this is an awesome website to utilize.
http://citationmachine.net/index.php?callstyle=1&all=
For MLA Style References select which applies to your cite:
MLA (more resources)
Print
•
Book - One or More Authors
•
Encyclopedia or other reference work
•
Journal Article - One or More Authors
•
Magazine Article - One or More Authors
Non-Print
•
Internet Journal or Magazine Article - One or More Authors
•
Web Page
•
Online Encyclopedia (Not defined in MLA Handbook)
•
Encyclopedia (CD-ROM)
http://citationmachine.net/index.php?callstyle=1&all=
For MLA Style References select which applies to your cite:
MLA (more resources)
•
Book - One or More Authors
•
Encyclopedia or other reference work
•
Journal Article - One or More Authors
•
Magazine Article - One or More Authors
Non-Print
•
Internet Journal or Magazine Article - One or More Authors
•
Web Page
•
Online Encyclopedia (Not defined in MLA Handbook)
•
Encyclopedia (CD-ROM)
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