What was your thought process? When you are thinking about future careers, you usually weigh the pros and cons and think about them from a variety of angles. Here are some questions to think about as you write your journal:

The United States Department of Labor tells us that the average person changes careers 3–7 times during their life. This assignment will give us the opportunity to consider how the thinking and metacognitive skills we are using for our schoolwork will also apply in the work force.
Think about a career you might have in the future, and know that it is okay if you are not 100% sure. This journal will help you to contemplate the possibilities. Once you have chosen a career that you think you might be interested in, describe why you chose to examine this career.

What was your thought process?
When you are thinking about future careers, you usually weigh the pros and cons and think about them from a variety of angles. Here are some questions to think about as you write your journal:

Have you looked at the job openings, employers, and benefits associated with the career you are examining?
What are the key factors you consider when looking at a possible career (e.g., salary, healthcare, childcare, time off, work/life balance, commute, professional development, continuing education or tuition assistance, mental health support, opportunities to volunteer in the community, a pet-friendly environment, etc.)? Reflect upon your thinking process and why these factors are the most important to you.

There are several kinds of thinking. The text mentions creative thinking, analytical thinking, and critical thinking. Articulate which one of these is your go-to method of thinking. Why?
Give an example of how each of these types of thinking could help you in a future career.

What is metacognition, and how does it relate to your motivation?
How can your thinking help you adjust to changes as you grow and move through careers and life?

 

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