Assessment Template For English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

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Popular Job Roles
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Occupation-Specific

Technology Skills
Graphics or photo imaging software
Questions30
Time Limit15 min

Tasks

  • Teach writing or communication classes.
  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  • Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.

Technology Skills

Graphics or photo imaging software

Adobe Systems Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop, Graphics creation software

Computer based training software

Blackboard Collaborate, Blackboard Learn, Learning management system LMS, Moodle

Word processing software

Collaborative editing software, Google Docs, Microsoft Word

Internet browser software

Apple Safari, Google Chrome, Web browser software

Electronic mail software

Email software, Microsoft Outlook

Worker Requirements

Technology Skills
Graphics or photo imaging software
Questions30
Time Limit15 min
Skills
Reading Comprehension
Questions20
Time Limit20 min
Knowledge
English Language
Questions30
Time Limit15 min

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Instructing

Teaching others how to do something.

Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Knowledge

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Education and Training

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Communications and Media

Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

History and Archeology

Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.

Philosophy and Theology

Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.

Worker Characteristics

Technology Skills
Graphics or photo imaging software
Questions30
Time Limit15 min
Skills
Reading Comprehension
Questions20
Time Limit20 min
Knowledge
English Language
Questions30
Time Limit15 min
Abilities
Written Comprehension
Questions25
Time Limit20 min
Interests
Social
Questions20
Time Limit20 min
Work Values
Relationships
Questions25
Time Limit15 min
Work Styles
Integrity
Questions20
Time Limit20 min

Abilities

Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Oral Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Oral Comprehension

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Written Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

Speech Clarity

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

Interests

Social

Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

Artistic

Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.

Investigative

Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

Work Values

Relationships

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Achievement

Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

Working Conditions

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

Work Styles

Integrity

Job requires being honest and ethical.

Cooperation

Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.

Dependability

Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Adaptability/Flexibility

Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

Self-Control

Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

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