Scavenger Hunt Flashcards
What is Co-operative Education?
is a way to learn which takes advantage of resources in the community
consists of an in-school and out-of-school component
provides assistance in making career decisions
provides a network of professional references in the community
TRUE OR FALSE? even though it’s not fair, others may judge you on how you look, especially your first day on the job
true
TRUE OR FALSE? wearing perfume or cologne is okay as long as it smells nice
false
TRUE OR FALSE? you should observe how others at the workplace dress, and use that as a clue for appropriate dress for yourself
true
TRUE OR FALSE? no one can tell you how to dress on the job… it is your right to dress any way you please
false
TRUE OR FALSE? placement supervisors feel that your concern for your appearance reflects your attitude towards work
true
TRUE OR FALSE? being punctual for a job means you are ready to begin work at the time you have agreed to start, it is not the time you arrive
true
TRUE OR FALSE? a student must attend the in-school portion of the co-op program, or s/he cannot receive the credit
true
What is the minimum number of hours you must be in attendance per credit?
110 hours
How many valid absences can a student have before a letter is sent to the parent/student outlining the consequences?
4 unauthorized absences
What are the consequences of an unauthorized absence?
the student being put on probation
Outline the steps involved if you know ahead of time that you need to be away from the workplace.
advise the Co-op teacher and the placement supervisor of the expected absence well in advance
Prior to the day of the expected absence you should remind your supervisor and teacher that you will be away
Outline the steps involved if you have an unexpected absence.
Email and/or phone your placement supervisor at the start of the placement work day and give your reason for your absence;
Message your Co-op teacher before the school day begins and explain your reasons for your absence;
Have your parents/guardians email/phone the attendance office to notify them of your absence
What must students demonstrate before they go to their Co-op placement?
All students must demonstrate the understanding of the safety and guidelines at the workplace. While also taking responsibility and all employees have the right to identify the students’ behaviors is unsafe. Please seek clarification before undertaking a task if needed.
TRUE OR FALSE? If you don’t understand something, it’s better to guess so you don’t look like you didn’t understand
false
TRUE OR FALSE? help another worker if you see work that needs to be done particularly if you have completed your own work
true
TRUE OR FALSE? Confidentiality is required in every job. This means you do not discuss information about work with family or friends
true
TRUE OR FALSE? Using your cell phone while at work is fine if you don’t have anything to do
true
Name two (2) things your training supervisor can expect FROM YOU.
Positive Attitude
- Do your work to your best of your ability, while being enthusiastic, flexible, honest, and caring
- Listen to your instructions carefully; ask questions when the time is appropriate, and ask questions if you do not understand something
- Help someone if you are finished with your task
- Maintain good business relationship with fellow workers
Confidentiality
- Be respectful of the confidential nature of informations from your placement
Explain in your own words the 7 tips for Virtual Classroom Etiquette:
- Be respectful to other people, and treat them the way you want to be treated, as people can be affected by words we write and say.
2.When speaking or texting a message beware of strong language, as people may interpret this behaviour as rude or confusion.
- Be careful with humor and sarcasm on the job. Use such appropriately so it cannot be mistaken as a rude remark or unprofessional. Make it clear that it’s for comedic purposes, however it’s wise to keep emojis and emoticons away from academic papers.
4.Use correct spelling and grammar for proper communication and to be professional. Shortcuts and grammar mistakes should be used for social media platforms.
5.Citing your sources and informing people of where you got your information makes you sound credible and honest.
6.Do not share anything private or inappropriate on the internet because nothing is truly private.
7.Be forgiving to those who do not know these rules and try to understand people’s struggles in communications.
What does WEA stand for?
Work Education Agreement
When must the WEA be signed?
Before the placement begins
Who is the WEA signed by?
Signed by all parties, parents, teachers and employers
At the beginning of your placement, you will be agreeing to your hours on the job (start and finish times). If there is an adjustment to these hours (i.e. working later or earlier, working on a Saturday, working on a PA Day, working on a holiday) you will NOT be covered for insurance. Outline the procedure to follow so you will be covered.
Name, Dates, Hours & Reasoning(?), Student Signature & Date, Parent Signature, Placement Supervisor Signature, and Co-op Teacher Signature.
What are some examples of what you might experience in your first few days at work?
Early start leads to success and good first impressions
Possibility of being assigned entry-level tasked although it is natural, you’re new after all
May be awkward or uncomfortable for the beginning days, however with more experience and time it becomes more natural
Always speak well about the placement; if you encounter a problem, discuss it with the Co-op teacher instead of peers
Name two things you can expect FROM your training supervisor.
Placement orientation overlooking safety and guidelines
Trade/industry specific health & safety training by the supervisor prior to actually working
TRUE OR FALSE? students ARE covered by the Ministry of Education insurance while working at their co-op placement under the supervision of their supervisor
true
TRUE OR FALSE? students ARE covered by insurance for classroom/in-school work (at BOSS)
false
TRUE OR FALSE? students ARE covered by insurance when traveling to/from their co-op placement
false
TRUE OR FALSE? students receive compensation (pay) for missed time at co-op if in a workplace accident
false
TRUE OR FALSE? students are advised to purchase additional “Student Accident Insurance” which is available to all students in the York Board schools.
true
The name of the document which is developed jointly by the Co-op teacher, the placement supervisor and the student and is the basis for assessment and evaluation at the placement is called the ____________.
Cooperative Education Learning Plan
Logs must be completed once per week by all Co-op students. What important information is being reported on the log?
The work and hours you’ve been putting in at the placement.
When using technology from home or school while in Virtual Cooperative Education, students must adhere to the ____________ policy.
Caring and Safe Schools
Inappropriate use of online access by students could result in disciplinary action, which may include, but is not limited to: _______________________
Suspension, Expulsion, Legal Action and/or the involvement of Police
