Figure 1
Comparison of skills lists, part I
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Skills triangle from the premier's council |
Key competencies report |
Michigan employability skills profile |
| Communication |
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| Speaking |
Communications |
Communicating ideas and information |
Speak in the language in which business is conducted |
| Listening |
Communications |
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Follow written and oral instructions |
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Follow written and oral directions |
| Reading |
Reading and writing |
Reading |
Read and understand written materials |
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Communications |
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Understand charts and graphs |
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Follow written and oral instructions |
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Follow written and oral directions |
| Writing |
Reading and writing |
Communicating ideas and information |
Write in the language in which business is conducted |
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Communications |
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| Mathematical |
Mathematics |
Using mathematical ideas and techniques |
Understand basic math |
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Use mathematics to solve problems |
| Problem solving |
Analytic problem solving |
Solving problems |
Use scientific method to solve problems |
| Intrapersonal |
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| Motivation |
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Attend school/ work daily and on time |
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Meet school/ work deadlines |
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Work without supervision |
| Metacognition |
Ability to learn |
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Learn new skills |
| Interpersonal |
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| Teamwork |
Workplace interpersonal |
Working with others and in teams |
Actively participate in a group |
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Know the group's rules and values |
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Listen to other group members |
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Express ideas to other group members |
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Be sensitive to the group members' ideas and views |
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Work in changing settings and with people of different backgrounds |
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Be willing to compromise if necessary to best accomplish the goal |
| Leadership |
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Be a leader to compromise if necessary to best accomplish the goal |
| Technology |
Generic technical |
Using technology |
Use tools and equipment |
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Firm- and job-specific skills |
Planning and organizing activities |
Use research and library skills |
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Motor skills |
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Use specialized knowledge and skills to get a job done |
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Develop career plans |
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Know personal strengths and weaknesses |
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Demonstrate self-control |
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Pay attention to details |
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Identify and suggest new ways to get the job done |
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