PHOTOS SPARK CONVERSATIONS
What do you think about this person?
How do you think they feel right now after finishing their degree?
LET'S LEARN!
Useful Words/Phrases
- college degree
- career advancement
- alternative education
- higher education
- job market
- vocational training
- networking
SPEAK MORE!
Direction: Discuss the following questions with your mentor and share about yourself. Make sure to answer in complete sentences.
- Do you think having a college degree is essential for getting a good job in today’s world? Why or why not?
- Have you ever considered an alternative education path, like vocational training or online courses? Why?
- What kinds of jobs do you think you can get without a college degree?
- Do you think the value of a college degree has changed over time? How so?
- What do you think is more important: your degree or the experience you gain in the job market?
- How do you feel about the costs of college education today? Do you think it’s worth it?
Let's Practice!
Direction: Create a question using the vocabulary discussed.
Situation:
1. College degree: How would you ask someone about the impact of having a college degree on their job prospects?
Situation:
2. Career advancement: How would you ask about the role of a degree in career advancement?
Situation:
3. Networking: How would you ask about the importance of networking in getting a job, even without a college degree?