One of the key lessons I have learned is the importance of preparation. Many students initially underestimated the amount of preparation required for a successful interview. Through the mock interviews, they realized the significance of researching the company, understanding the job description, and practicing common interview questions. Witnessing their growth in this area has reinforced the value of thorough preparation in securing a job offer.
Interviewing is an important step in the employee selection process. If done effectively, the interview enables the employer to determine if an applicant's skills, experience, and personality meet the job's requirements.
I think it is so important to spend time in class on issues around body language. It is such a huge part of how we communicate with each other, yet most of us never realize how much it can affect the communication and potential relationship with the other person (in this case, an employer). I know it can be uncomfortable for a teacher to address issues around body language, but if it can be done, it is so valuable for the student!
It is important to conduct mock interviews. I conduct them with our students. This module gave me even more scenarios to consider.
I took a look at the Resources and they were excellent, downloaded them immediately. At least some of this interjects a little fun into all the information students are expected to take in on a subject they can be very unsure about.
Comment on Jacob Lazarov's post: I agree, the ideas for questions to ask the interviewer are very helpful.
Researching a company is very important for the success of the student
I like the idea of generating questions to ask of the company. I feel this will give the students confidence going into the interview knowing this is a two way street! I’m looking forward to all the resources as well!
I learned that preparing and practicing for the interview is very important. Clothes need to be prepared ahead of time and washed and ironed. Practicing with mock interviews is very important to practice your tone, body language and projections. It is also important to have a response to explain anything negative.
Very helpful information to relay to students preparing for an interivew. Being self aware of how you present yourself in presentation and speech is inmportant. First impressions happen relatively quickly. You want to dress the part as well as be able to effectively present the part as well.
I think it is critical that we teach students how to dress for a job interview. I hear it all the time: you dress for success. Our kids don't understand that and we need to teach them.
I like the things pointed to do before interviewing. Looking online and geting more information is a good thing. Sometimes interviewers like to ask what you know about the company!
I like the ideas for questioning the interviewer!
I appreciate that it addressed many common scenarios from multiple perspectives (interviewer, interviewee, etc.).
I agree with Mary, I am looking forward to the Resources.
I definitely like the idea of a mock interview for students and I liked the questions that students can ask the employer.
Before going to an interview its best to be prepared with a list of question to ask the employer as well. They should feel like they are also being interviewed.
I found the Do's and Don't list valuable for including in lessons with students. Also, I will remind students to NOT list jobs that do not relate to the job that they are pursuing.
I like the idea of mock interviews and the sample questions that I can use in my classroom. I have attempted this on a small scale or with guest speakers, but I feel that I should incorporate a larger activity with these questions.
