This article evaluates the efficacy of explicit genre-based instruction by sensitizing the ESL learners to the concept of genre. The main questions addressed are: How does sensitizing ESL learners to the rhetorical move structure of a genre, the communicative purposes of these moves, and linguistic features that realize these moves help them to…

These bilingual sheets assist migrant farmworkers to develop job readiness skills; however, they would be applicable to any job seeker. The collection contains sheets with the following titles: (1) Decide Where To Look; (2) Extra Steps for Success; (3) Fill Out Applications; (4) Introducing Yourself; (5) Keeping a Job Depends upon You; (6) Learn…

Portfolios have been used in the authentic evaluation of artists, business professionals, students, and teachers. This paper examines the feasibility of using portfolios to evaluate administrators in training. The document describes portfolios and their uses in administrator-preparation courses, as job applications, and as on-the-job assessment of…

This resume guide helps individuals in Australia develop a job application that will show employers the benefits of hiring that individual. The 11 sections of the guide explore the following topics: (1) preparing the resume; (2) checklist for the resume; (3) producing the resume; (4) sample resumes; (5) the job application letter; (6) sample…

This paper describes the various types of correspondence used in the job search process and provides guidelines and samples of each type. Types of letters discussed include cover letters (including letters of application and prospecting letters), networking letters, thank-you letters, acceptance letters, withdrawal letters, and rejection of offer…

Graduation and summer jobs are around the corner. Have you students prepare themselves for a job through knowledge of the application form and its varied questions. (Author)

The Wisconsin Work Incentive (WIN) Program adopted some new strategies to provide greater help to all registrants, and to do so in a way that would not overload the capabilities of the WIN staff. (Author)

The job application form and interview skills assessment procedures presented in this manual were developed to serve as one component of the Diagnostic Employability Profile, designed to serve disabled clients of vocational rehabilitation services. Since the overall objective of the job application is to secure a job interview, assessment…

This workbook is the third in a series of four student workbooks designed to prepare youth with the employability skills needed for the world of work. The four student workbooks contain all phases of employability skills in seven individual packages. This workbook on skills for job getting includes one learning package, which is divided into three…

Across the nation, about 16,000 school boards are responsible for selecting their chief school administrators, including the superintendent. To aid school boards with their selection process, this paper provides some helpful hints. First, boards need to establish goals, philosophy, and school district needs and determine all possible alternatives…

This course description summarizes a course that was designed for individuals, both interviewers and interviewees, who desire the skills and techniques necessary to serve effectively in their respective roles. The course was prepared especially for students wishing to gain: (1) an understanding of the interviewing process; (2) the prerequisite to…

The Olympus Research Corporation (ORC) made an in-depth study of want ads. It was found the ads did not offer adequate, accurate, or easily obtained information that would make it possible for job seekers to decide whether they are suited to a job, or want it. (Author/BP)

Providing helpful hints for the job seeker, this booklet is designed to increase the reader's chances for getting a good job. The contents are divided into four sections. Section one presents the following forms to help the job seeker identify possible choices: personal checklist, skills learned in everyday life, and list of possible jobs. The…

Attempts, it is stated, to aid minorities -- blacks, and women -- who seek to enter predominantly white, male educational institutions as teachers and administrators, by specifying cues for identifying genuinely interested institutions and techniques for handling screening committees. (Author/JM)

THE PURPOSES OF THE STUDY WERE TO (1) EXAMINE THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN UNEMPLOYMENT AND THE ACTIVE FILE WHICH IS COMPOSED OF JOB APPLICATION FORMS LESS THAN 30 DAYS OLD, (2) DETERMINE THE EXTENT TO WHICH PERSONS HAVE REGISTERED IN MORE THAN ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICE OFFICE IN AN AREA, (3) MEASURE THE EXTENT OF REGISTRATION BY PERSONS NOT LIVING IN…