Job Market Trends and Lifelong Learning Questions and Answers Grade 10

Three ways in which I will remain relevant in my career for a long time are:

1. I will keep learning through short courses, workshops and online resources, so that my knowledge and skills keep up with changes in the industry.
2. I will follow the latest news, trends and new technology in my industry, so that I am ready for changes in my career.
3. I will attend industry events and build networks with colleagues, because this gives me useful ideas, job referrals and opportunities to work together.

Two ways in which adolescents could discover changing patterns in careers are:

1. They could research new industries and job trends on the internet, which shows them where future job opportunities and growth areas will be.
2. They could attend career exhibitions and workshops, where professionals give first-hand information about how careers and the skills they need are changing.

Two lifelong learning strategies that adolescents could put into practice now, and how they benefit them, are:

1. Adolescents could enrol in short online courses or workshops, which give them new knowledge and skills linked to their career interests, and this improves their qualifications and makes them more attractive to future employers.
2. Adolescents could do volunteer work or job shadowing, which gives them practical experience of different career fields, and this helps them understand which career suits them and build a network of useful contacts.

A niche in the job market is an unusual place or position in the world of work that needs someone with specialised skills or a unique combination of skills.

Lifelong learning keeps your mind active and enriches your mental well-being, which improves your self-esteem and confidence.

SAQA (the South African Qualifications Authority).

National Qualifications Framework.

The NSC is at NQF level 4.

Two functions of the NQF are:

1. It records learner achievement in one national system.
2. It makes sure that skills and knowledge are recognised across the whole country.

A: An hour long talk on HIV prevention at the local clinic.

Non-formal learning is structured learning that is not offered by a formal education or training institution and does not lead to a qualification, such as a short workshop at a clinic. Grade 10 at school and an accredited course are formal learning.

Niche job.

A niche job fills a small, specialised gap in the job market, so people with the right unique skills can find work in it.

Two things that may happen to you if you do not follow the trends and demands of the job market are:

1. You may spend years and a lot of money training for a career that is no longer in demand.
2. You may not have the marketable skills that employers need, so you cannot find a job.

A niche job is a specialised job that is very suitable for particular people because it requires unique skills and knowledge. Knowing the niches in the job market is important because it helps you to plan your studies towards skills that are needed, which improves your chances of finding employment and building a successful, well-paid career.

Three current trends in the global career market are:

1. A diverse workforce: Workplaces employ people from different countries and cultures who bring different skills, so workers must be able to work with diverse people.
2. Outsourcing: Companies get people from outside companies, often in other countries, to do some of their work, which changes where and how jobs are done.
3. Increased use of the Internet and information technology: Technology allows fast communication and quick access to information about markets, so workers need computer and digital skills.

The effect of globalisation on future career prospects can be evaluated as follows:

1. Negative: There is greater competition for jobs because people from all over the world can apply for the same posts, so your chances of getting a post may be smaller.
2. Positive: More job opportunities are open to you because you may apply for jobs anywhere, including overseas.
3. Positive: Because of information technology you can work for an overseas company while still living in your own country.

Scarce skills.

Careers with scarce skills are in high demand, so qualified people can easily find jobs and often earn good salaries.

B: Informal learning

Informal learning happens naturally through everyday experiences at work, at home and during hobbies, without a structured course or certificate. Formal learning takes place at schools, colleges and universities.