CCS Ch 7

an opportunity to explore before committing to a program of study

A "gap year" is

allows you to move ahead and can give you job security

A good career decision

True

A positive approach to being "undecided" is being "open-minded" (T/F).

self-efficacy

A strong belief that through your own abilities you can make things happen is called

pleasing

A twenty-five year-old female who can't make a decision about a major unless she has her boyfriend's approval is utilizing the following approach to decision-making

False

According to Happenstance Learning Theory, every event should be planned ahead of time in order to avoid an unexpected and uncomfortable situation (T/F).

you should be aware of physical reactions, such as headaches or drowsiness, that may be related to your feelings about the need to make a decision

According to the information in this chapter, if you are avoiding making a decision about a major on-the-job issue

go with your first choice

All but one of the following is a technique for minimizing decision-making regret when confronted with too many options

False

An internship is NOT a good method to assist in clarifying your goals (T/F).

False

Avoidance is a healthy way to deal with a tough decision (T/F).

True

Before making a major decision, a series of smaller decisions usually needs to be made first (T/F).

all of the above (your budget, your commitment level AND your career goals)

If you are debating about going back to school, which of the following should you consider?

True

Improving your decision making skills will help you make better choices when deciding on a college major/career and when selecting activities/courses that build skills and credentials (T/F).

True

Intuitive decision makers are more likely to "go with their gut" (T/F).

both a and c (you may miss out on opportunities AND you may give up responsibility)

One drawback of the procrastination approach to decision-making is

True

Savvy career seekers know the value of taking advantage of unplanned events and opportunities (T/F).

role model

Someone whose behavior in one or more areas inspires others to replicate that behavior is known as a __________ .

True

The CASVE model for career problem solving and decision-making suggests that decision-making is a cyclical process (T/F).

communication, analysis, synthesis, valuing and execution

The following are the five phases of the CASVE cycle

valuing

The fourth phase of the CASVE model of evaluating a decision's impact and prioritizing options is called __________.

False

The growth of technology available to filter and access information has made decision-making easier (T/F).

takes action

The logical decision-maker gathers facts, analyzes them, assesses them and __________.

False

There is a distinct linear path for securing most careers after college (T/F).

you can use a decision-making strategy

To make good decisions

accepting a friend's last minute invitation

Which of the following can increase the probability of having an unplanned event?

all of the above (participate in mentor programs, attend networking events for careers that interest you AND build your network with people who can serve as role models)

Which of the following can you do to increase self-efficacy (belief in one's own capability)?

all of the above (create your own alternatives, spend time on big questions AND save time for decisions that matter to you)

Which of the following can you do to optimize your satisfaction with the outcome of your decisions?

all of the above (listening to your intuition, gathering important facts and data AND realizing that avoidance (not making a decision) is a decision too)

Which of the following improves your decision-making?

all of the above (trying a new hobby, taking on a role in a school project AND getting to know a professor)

Which of the following increases the likelihood of unexpected events that positively impact your career?

all of the above (defining your career interests, choosing appropriate decisions, narrowing your choices AND selecting target jobs, organizations and industries)

Which of the following is an example of an area to consider before taking action on choosing a career?

a greater number of choices can lead to higher expectations, and the potential for greater disappointment

Which of the following is true about information overload?

deliberation

Which of the following phases is not part of the CASVE model of decision-making?

what jobs are guaranteed for graduates

Which of the following questions will NOT be helpful when pondering a decision about whether or not to pursue graduate school?

True

Examples of important career decisions to make during college include what activities/groups to join and finding out about and applying for internships (T/F).

True

Experiential learning can add value to a college degree (T/F).

False

Your major dictates your career options, especially if it involves specialized training and skills (T/F).

True

Your role models inspire you to pursue your dreams, to take career risks and they offer a real-world example of what your life could be like (T/F).

Lifelong learning

__________ involves learning that continues throughout life in different forms--formal and informal.

Gap year

__________ is a break from schooling or entry into the workforce to pursue other interests and build skills and experience.

CASVE

__________ is a guide for career problem-solving and decision-making.

Logical thinking

__________ is a step-by-step approach involving gathering and analyzing information to assess possible outcomes and take action.

Decision

__________ is another way of saying making a choice or reaching a conclusion.

Intuition

__________ is something that feels right--an instinct, insight or hunch--or your "gut" feeling.

Execution

__________ is the fifth phase of the CASVE process that involves developing goals, taking action to reach them and returning to the communication phase to evaluate.

Communication

__________ is the first phase of CASVE including awareness of a problem and that decisions need to be made.

Information overload

__________ is the overabundance of information available causing decision-making to be overwhelming.

Analysis

__________ is the second phase of the CASVE process in which you analyze the problem using information about yourself and your options.

Synthesis

__________ is the third phase of CASVE based on analysis where you identify steps to help solve the problem.

Decision-making

__________ is weighing options so you can make a choice.

Happenstance Learning Theory

__________ says that you cannot plan everything because of the influence unexpected events have on your career opportunities/choices.