Below is a glossary of terms frequently used in the DSEP ecosystem. These terms have been chosen specifically around four specific activities that are performed during discovery namely
- Searching
- Sorting
- Filtering
- Descriptive
| Category | Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Searching Terms | ||
| Keyword Search | Using specific words or phrases to find job listings that contain those terms. | |
| Job Title | The name of the position being offered. | |
| Industry | The sector of the economy to which a job belongs (e.g., healthcare, technology, retail). | |
| Location | The geographical area where the job is located. | |
| Experience Level | The amount of work experience required or preferred (e.g., entry-level, mid-level, senior-level). | |
| Sorting Terms | ||
| Date Posted | Sorting jobs based on when they were published. | |
| Relevance | Sorting jobs based on how closely they match search criteria. | |
| Salary Estimate | Sorting jobs based on the estimated salary range. | |
| Company Rating | Sorting jobs based on employer reviews and ratings. | |
| Filtering Terms | ||
| Full-Time/Part-Time | Filters jobs based on the number of working hours. | |
| Remote | Filters jobs that allow you to work from a location other than the office. | |
| Contract | Filters jobs that are for a specific duration and not permanent. | |
| Internship | Filters internship opportunities. | |
| Temporary | Filters jobs that are not permanent and usually for a specific duration. | |
| Freelance | Filters jobs that are project-based and not tied to a single employer. | |
| Direct Employer/Recruitment Agency | Filters jobs based on whether they are posted directly by the employer or through a recruitment agency. | |
| Benefits | Filters jobs that offer specific benefits like health insurance, retirement plans, etc. | |
| Descriptive Terms | ||
| Job Description | A detailed outline of the roles, responsibilities, and qualifications for a job. | |
| Qualifications | The education, skills, and experience required for a job. | |
| Skills Required | Specific abilities needed to perform the job. | |
| Responsibilities | Tasks and duties that the job entails. | |
| Salary Range | The range of pay offered for the job. | |
| Company Culture | Information about the work environment and values of the company. | |
| Career Advancement | Opportunities for growth and promotion within the company. | |
| Work-Life Balance | Information about the job's impact on personal time and lifestyle. | |
| Application Deadline | The last date by which you can apply for the job. | |
| Job Type | The nature of the job in terms of duration and commitment (e.g., permanent, contract, temporary). | |
| Reporting Structure | Information about who the employee will report to and who reports to them, if applicable. | |
| Shift | The working hours for the job (e.g., first shift, second shift, night shift). |
| Category | Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Searching Terms | ||
| Keyword Search | Using specific words or phrases to find internship listings that contain those terms. | |
| Internship Title | The name of the internship position being offered. | |
| Industry | The sector of the economy to which the internship belongs (e.g., healthcare, technology, retail). | |
| Location | The geographical area where the internship is located. | |
| Experience Level | The amount of work or academic experience required or preferred (e.g., freshman, sophomore, junior, senior). | |
| Sorting Terms | ||
| Date Posted | Sorting internships based on when they were published. | |
| Relevance | Sorting internships based on how closely they match search criteria. | |
| Duration | Sorting internships based on the length of the internship period. | |
| Company Rating | Sorting internships based on employer reviews and ratings. | |
| Filtering Terms | ||
| Paid/Unpaid | Filters internships based on whether they are paid or unpaid. | |
| Remote | Filters internships that allow you to work from a location other than the office. | |
| Part-Time/Full-Time | Filters internships based on the number of working hours. | |
| Academic Credit | Filters internships that offer academic credit. | |
| Seasonal | Filters internships that are offered during a specific season (e.g., summer, winter). | |
| Direct Employer/Recruitment Agency | Filters internships based on whether they are posted directly by the employer or through a recruitment agency. | |
| Descriptive Terms | ||
| Internship Description | A detailed outline of the roles, responsibilities, and qualifications for the internship. | |
| Qualifications | The education, skills, and experience preferred for the internship. | |
| Skills Required | Specific abilities needed to perform the internship tasks. | |
| Responsibilities | Tasks and duties that the internship entails. | |
| Stipend | The monetary compensation, if any, offered for the internship. | |
| Company Culture | Information about the work environment and values of the company offering the internship. | |
| Learning Objectives | Goals and skills that an intern is expected to achieve by the end of the internship. | |
| Application Deadline | The last date by which you can apply for the internship. | |
| Internship Type | The nature of the internship in terms of duration and commitment (e.g., short-term, long-term). | |
| Reporting Structure | Information about who the intern will report to and who reports to them, if applicable. |
| Category | Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Searching Terms | ||
| Keyword Search | Using specific words or phrases to find courses or training programs. | |
| Course Title | The name of the course or training program. | |
| Subject Area | The academic or professional field to which the course or training belongs. | |
| Instructor | The person or organization responsible for delivering the course or training. | |
| Platform | The medium through which the course is offered (e.g., online, in-person, hybrid). | |
| Sorting Terms | ||
| Date Added | Sorting courses or training based on when they were added to the catalog. | |
| Popularity | Sorting courses or training based on the number of enrollments or reviews. | |
| Duration | Sorting courses or training based on the length of the program. | |
| Rating | Sorting courses or training based on user or expert reviews and ratings. | |
| Filtering Terms | ||
| Free/Paid | Filters courses or training based on whether they are free or require payment. | |
| Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced | Filters courses or training based on the level of expertise required. | |
| Certification | Filters courses that offer a certificate upon completion. | |
| Language | Filters courses or training based on the language of instruction. | |
| Self-Paced/Live | Filters courses based on whether they are self-paced or require attendance at scheduled times. | |
| Prerequisites | Filters courses that require certain qualifications or prior courses. | |
| Accreditation | Filters courses that are accredited by educational or professional organizations. | |
| Accessibility Features | Filters courses that offer features like subtitles, sign language interpreters, or screen reader compatibility. | |
| Descriptive Terms | ||
| Course Description | A detailed outline of the course content, objectives, and what learners can expect to gain. | |
| Syllabus | A breakdown of topics, readings, and assignments for each session or week of the course. | |
| Learning Outcomes | The skills or knowledge that learners are expected to gain by the end of the course. | |
| Assessment Methods | The ways in which learners will be evaluated (e.g., quizzes, assignments, exams). | |
| Course Materials | Textbooks, articles, or tools required for the course. | |
| Enrollment Deadline | The last date by which you can enroll in the course. | |
| Course Format | The structure of the course, including lecture styles, interactive components, and practical exercises. | |
| Credits | The academic credits that may be earned upon successful completion of the course, if applicable. | |
| Accessibility Compliance | Information on how the course meets accessibility standards, such as ADA compliance. |
| Category | Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Searching Terms | ||
| Keyword Search | Using specific words or phrases to find mentoring, tutoring, or coaching services. | |
| Service Type | The category of service being offered, such as mentoring, tutoring, or coaching. | |
| Subject Area | The academic or professional field to which the service belongs. | |
| Provider | The person or organization responsible for delivering the service. | |
| Platform | The medium through which the service is offered (e.g., online, in-person, hybrid). | |
| Sorting Terms | ||
| Date Added | Sorting services based on when they were added to the catalog. | |
| Popularity | Sorting services based on the number of enrollments or reviews. | |
| Duration | Sorting services based on the length of the program or session. | |
| Rating | Sorting services based on user or expert reviews and ratings. | |
| Filtering Terms | ||
| Free/Paid | Filters services based on whether they are free or require payment. | |
| Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced | Filters services based on the level of expertise required or targeted. | |
| Certification | Filters services that offer a certificate upon completion. | |
| Language | Filters services based on the language of instruction or communication. | |
| Self-Paced/Scheduled | Filters services based on whether they are self-paced or require attendance at scheduled times. | |
| Group/One-on-One | Filters services based on whether they are offered in a group setting or one-on-one. | |
| Accessibility Features | Filters services that offer features like subtitles, sign language interpreters, or screen reader compatibility. | |
| Descriptive Terms | ||
| Service Description | A detailed outline of what the service entails, objectives, and what learners can expect to gain. | |
| Syllabus/Agenda | A breakdown of topics, readings, and assignments for each session or week of the service, if applicable. | |
| Learning Outcomes | The skills or knowledge that learners are expected to gain by the end of the service. | |
| Assessment Methods | The ways in which learners will be evaluated, if applicable (e.g., quizzes, assignments, feedback). | |
| Materials Required | Any textbooks, articles, or tools required for the service. | |
| Enrollment Deadline | The last date by which you can enroll in the service, if applicable. | |
| Service Format | The structure of the service, including session styles, interactive components, and practical exercises. | |
| Accessibility Compliance | Information on how the service meets accessibility standards, such as ADA compliance. |
| Category | Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Searching Terms | ||
| Keyword Search | Using specific words or phrases to find scholarships or grants that match those terms. | |
| Award Type | The category of financial aid being offered, such as scholarship, grant, fellowship, etc. | |
| Field of Study | The academic or professional field to which the scholarship or grant is applicable. | |
| Funding Organization | The organization or institution responsible for providing the scholarship or grant. | |
| Geographical Eligibility | The geographical area where applicants must reside to be eligible for the scholarship or grant. | |
| Sorting Terms | ||
| Deadline | Sorting scholarships or grants based on the application deadline. | |
| Award Amount | Sorting scholarships or grants based on the amount of money awarded. | |
| Popularity | Sorting scholarships or grants based on the number of applications or views. | |
| Filtering Terms | ||
| Need-Based/Merit-Based | Filters scholarships or grants based on the criteria for awarding them, such as financial need or academic merit. | |
| Undergraduate/Postgraduate | Filters scholarships or grants based on the level of study they are intended for. | |
| Renewable/Non-Renewable | Filters scholarships or grants based on whether they can be renewed for multiple years. | |
| Application Method | Filters scholarships or grants based on how to apply (e.g., online, mail, in-person). | |
| Citizenship Requirements | Filters scholarships or grants based on citizenship or residency requirements. | |
| Descriptive Terms | ||
| Award Description | A detailed outline of what the scholarship or grant entails, including objectives and what recipients can expect to gain. | |
| Eligibility Criteria | The qualifications or conditions that applicants must meet to be eligible for the scholarship or grant. | |
| Application Process | The steps involved in applying for the scholarship or grant, including required documents and interviews. | |
| Award Disbursement | Information on how and when the scholarship or grant money will be disbursed. | |
| Terms and Conditions | Any rules or guidelines that recipients must follow to maintain the scholarship or grant. | |
| Reporting Requirements | Any requirements for recipients to report on their use of the scholarship or grant funds, such as academic progress reports. |