Answer to Question 1
1 . Enhancing student attention suggests that observations are to be anticipated by readiness programs.
2 . Remembering what is observed is reinforced by discussions and demonstrations.
3 . Reproducing actions suggests that relevant exercises will be directed to learning goals.
4 . Becoming motivated to reproduce what is observed suggests that follow-up exercises consist of concrete examples that are of interest to the age group.
5 . Perfecting an imitation of what was observed also reinforces the suggestion of opportunities for children to imitate what has been observed, especially work-related tasks.
Answer to Question 2
Self-concepts begin to form in early childhood.
An important aspect of career development is to build an understanding of strengths and limitations.
Elementary school children imitate role models in the home and school.
Children learn to associate work roles with sexual stereotypes at an early age.
Community resources provide a rich source of career information, role models, and exposure to a wide range of careers.
Self-awareness counseling is a major goal of the growth stage in elementary schools.
Learning to assume responsibility for decisions and actions has major implications for career decisions to be made in the future.
Understanding the relationships between education and work is a key concept for enhancing career development.
The concept that all work is important builds an understanding of why parents and others work.
Learning about occupations and about people who are actually involved in occupations builds an awareness of differences among people and occupations.