Work Ethics

Work Ethic Performance Standards
The mission of Georgia’s Technical Colleges is to provide the necessary skills for students to be successful employees in their chosen careers. To be successful in the world of work, graduates must possess both strong occupational skills and good work habits. We are committed to incorporating these good habits into every facet of the student’s education. The following are ten areas of work ethic traits and performance standards that all students are expected to exhibit in classrooms and laboratories.

*Attendance
Attend 90% or more of the required class time.
Be tardy for class no more than 3 times during the quarter.
Be prepared for class by reading assignments and completing homework.
Participate in activities by contributing to class discussion, completing assignments, and being involved in lab activities.
Begin and end work as expected.
Use work time appropriately.
Notify the instructor before planned absences or tardiness.

*Character
Display a high level of effort and commitment to performing and completing work.
Be honest in all situations.
Demonstrate trustworthiness and responsible behavior.

*Teamwork
Encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity.
Foster commitment and team spirit.
Facilitate cooperation.

*Appearance
Present a neat, clean appearance.
Practice personal hygiene
Wear clothing suitable to the job, task, and environment.
Wear full regulation uniform, if required.

*Attitude
Display a willingness to cooperate and accept constructive criticism.
Set realistic expectations.

*Productivity
Observe established policies on safety
Notify proper authorities of circumstances or situations presenting potential safety hazards.
Maintain equipment and supplies.
Do not use or knowingly permit others to use tools and equipment improperly.
Make up missed assignments in a timely manner.
Stay on task and utilize time constructively.

*Organizational Skills
Prioritize and manage time effectively.
Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changes.

*Communication
Communicate accurate information to others in a professional and courteous manner.
Demonstrate appropriate nonverbal communication skills.
Listen attentively to others.

*Cooperation
Convey a willingness to assist others.
Work to resolve conflicts and to identify solutions in which all parties benefit.
Demonstrate concern for treating people fairly and equitably.
Follow the chain of command in resolving conflicts.

*Respect
Treat instructors, staff, and fellow students with respect, courtesy, and tact.
Do not engage in harassment of any kind.



Why is it important to teach Work Ethics in Georgia's Technical Colleges? Do you feel that it is necessary to teach this as a part of fulfilling degree requirements? Why or Why not?

Parenting Styles

Watch the following video clips:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGHyB9MsMho

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQXjFJMt-TY

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYtrBxl3fOs&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ARkyptQXTo&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geGlDmeKasM

Name and discuss the parenting style that you believe is the most effective. Why do you think your selection is the best way to parent your children?

American Workers: Gassed Out....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSiavPZm8MY

Watch the video and respond. How do you handle it? What changes have you had to make?

Role Models

Many people look to others for guidance and support. For some, their parents are the epitome of success. Who has attributes that exemplify success as a man/woman that you aspire to emulate? Why?

What should we do?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0oGGpulYsZY

Watch the video and write your own response to this epidemic.

Productivity...

Many students that attend today's schools are not getting results from the training they receive in the classroom. With exposure to mass media via Internet, television, and other electronic sources, students should be more prepared than those from the past. More than ever, students are dropping out of school, not graduating on time, and/or graduating but functionally illiterate (limited reading and writing ability). What do you think some of the reasons are? What can parents and teachers do to help the next generation of students?

Illiteracy...Whose fault is it?

What should be done to fight illiteracy in America? Should parents be held accountable for their children not being able to read?