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Career World
February/March 2010
With all the tough economic and job news out there, some of your students might be wondering: How on earth can I prepare for a career now, when so much seems so uncertain? Our cover story helps focus your students on the basics of career planning. We turn to experts to provide concrete advice for students about actions they can take today to keep their career planning on track for a brighter future.
Are your students interested in medical careers? Don't miss this issue's Job of the Future story on physician assistants, whose numbers are growing. It could be a good fit for medically-minded students.
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February/March 2010 Reading Comprehension Quizzes
Big Picture, "Play It Safe"
Career Spotlight, "Connect and Promote"
CW Meets, "Look to the Future"
Get the Gig, "Get Along With the Boss"
Groundwork, "Can Do!"
Job of the Future, "Ready to Assist"
January 2010 Reading Comprehension Quizzes
Big Picture, "Class Act"
Career Spotlight, "Cultivating Minds"
CW Meets, "Make a Mentor Connection"
Get the Gig, "Work That Network"
Groundwork, "Time-Out!"
Job of the Future, "Wired for Success"
Answers
November/December 2009 Reading Comprehension Quizzes
Big Picture, "Honor. Service. Duty. You?"
Career Spotlight, "Business is Blooming"
CW Meets, "Beyond Special"
Get the Gig, "Seal the Deal"
Groundwork, "Speak Out!"
Job of the Future, "Get Creative"
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October 2009 Reading Comprehension Quizzes
Big Picture, "A Feel-Good Field"
Career Spotlight, "Dig, Hoist, Push, Pull"
CW Meets, "Admissions Officers Tell All"
Get the Gig, "The Ideal Internship"
Groundwork, "7 Computer Skills You'll Need for Success"
Job of the Future, "Get Creative"
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September 2009 Reading Comprehension Quizzes
Big Picture, "The Write Stuff"
Career Spotlight, "Blaze a Path Into Firefighting"
CW Meets, "Dream Job Catcher"
Get the Gig, "Memo From Your Future Boss"
Groundwork, "Career Built for One"
Job of the Future, "The Road Ahead"
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