English for Career Development – US Embassy
Course Overview
English for Career Development a five-module, self-paced MOOC. This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in advancing their careers in the global marketplace. In this course, you will learn about the job search, application, and interview process in the United States, while comparing and contrasting the same process in your home country. This course will also give you the opportunity to explore your global career path while building your vocabulary and improving your language skills to achieve your professional goals. In this course, you will review the job application process, learn strategies for identifying jobs that match your skills and interests, develop skills to produce a professional-looking resume and cover letter, and improve your networking and interview skills. This is a self-paced course, which will be open for 12 weeks. Participants can complete coursework at any time during these 12 weeks. The course has 5 modules; each module will require approximately 3-5 hours of work.
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About this Course:
English for Career Development is designed for high-beginner to low-intermediate non-native English speakers. This course will guide you through the job application process while expanding your vocabulary and language skills at the same time.
This course was developed by the University of Pennsylvania and adapted by FHI 360 for the Online Professional English Network (OPEN), sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
Module 1: Entering the Job Market
This module covers materials, activities and vocabulary about the following key concepts:
- understanding the US job application process
- career planning
- navigating the job search process
Module 2: Resumes
This module covers materials, activities and vocabulary about the following key concepts:
- identifying the components of a résumé
- describing your qualifications and employment experience
- producing professional-looking résumé
Module 3: Writing a Cover Letter
This module covers materials, activities and vocabulary about the following key concepts:
- understanding cover letter standard format guidelines
- writing clear, concise cover letters with appropriate style and voice
Module 4: Developing your Professional Network
This module covers materials, activities and vocabulary about the following key concepts:
- understanding the importance of networking
- delivering an appropriate networking elevator speech
- using social media for networking
Module 5: Interviewing for a Job
This module covers materials, activities and vocabulary about the following key concepts:
- describing their skills effectively in interview settings
- asking and answering questions in a formal job interview
- current trends in the workplace
Full Course Module Packet
These downloadable materials contain all five modules of the English for Career Development MOOC.
Note: These files are large so may not download for those with bandwidth limitations. We encourage you to use the individual module packets on this page to download the course in smaller files.
Description
English for Career Development is designed for high-beginner to low-intermediate non-native English speakers. This course will guide you through the job application process while expanding your vocabulary and language skills at the same time. This course will also give you the opportunity to explore your global career path, while building your vocabulary and improving your language skills to achieve your professional goals. The first module in this course will introduce the U.S. job application process and provide strategies for identifying the jobs that match your interests and skills. Module 2 will take you through the steps necessary to produce a professional-looking resume. In Module 3, you will work to develop a clear and concise cover letter. Module 4 will focus on developing your networking. Module 5, the final unit of the course focuses on interview skills.
This course was developed by the University of Pennsylvania and adapted by FHI 360 for the Online Professional English Network (OPEN), sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
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Learning Objectives and Learner Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Compare and contrast the job search process in the United States and your home country.
• Describe your professional interests and talents and begin developing your professional profile.
• Produce your own 1-page resume which reflects your education, work experience, and skills.
• Produce your own cover letter and explain why you are the right person for the job.
• Describe yourself briefly in a networking elevator speech.
Prepare and answer an interview question briefly and clearly
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Expectations and Grading
How to pass this course: There are five modules in the English for Career Development MOOC:
- Entering the Job Market
- Writing a Resume
- Writing a Cover Letter
- Developing Your Professional Network
- Interviewing for a Job
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Each module will have one or more quizzes. Participants who satisfactorily complete all of the required quizzes with a score of 70% or above before the course close date will receive a digital badge and certificate of participation.
Along with graded quizzes, each module also has other opportunities to check your understanding and practice your language skills.
These activities are labeled “OPTIONAL” in the course. These tasks are not graded nor required.
Course Policies
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is using someone else’s words instead of your own. In this course, you are expected to use your own words and ideas, and to acknowledge any sources you use to gather ideas. Plagiarism is not allowed in OPEN courses.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Instructor: Jessamyn Embry
Senior Technical Officer / Instructor
Jessamyn Embry is a Senior Technical Officer for English Language Acquisition at FHI 360. She has taught and administered English language programs in the United States, France, and India, She holds a BA in International Studies from American University’s School of International Service and an MA TESOL from the SIT Graduate Institute.
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What does the US Embassy Do?
The primary purpose of an embassy is to assist American citizens who travel to or live in the host country. U.S. Foreign Service Officers also interview citizens of the host country who wish to travel to the United States for business, education, or tourism purposes.
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