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  Case: How are you different from other candidates?
I recently attended a job fair and the administrator asked me "What makes you different from the hundreds of other candidates applying for the position?" What is a good way to answer this question?
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The ability to self-reflect is a highly desired attribute in teacher candidates since we have to regularly engage in such practices as we assess why our students are performing the way they are. Therefore, I would recommend taking time to determine the answer to the question. What make you different? Did you travel abroad and therefore have a wide knowledge of other cultures? Do you have past experiences that would make you relatable or more empathetic to students? Once you identify that difference, pare down your response to a sound bite that you can repeat to other recruiters as needed.
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This solution is helpful and I agree with the importance of self-reflection.
Rated On: October 18, 2015 3:02 am
Rated By: eMaGeB
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This solution's questions do a great job of identifying sought-after differences employers may want.
Rated On: October 18, 2015 2:42 pm
Rated By: yJeXad
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Good suggestions for finding how one would stick out.
Rated On: March 4, 2016 12:15 am
Rated By: uzebyn
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree with this solution! Having a deep self-reflection can really help you become a better educator, it helps to bring out your past experiences that you can apply for the students.
Rated On: March 4, 2017 10:47 pm
Rated By: uresaM
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is the best solution in my opinion.
Rated On: February 20, 2018 10:15 pm
Rated By: dymaDa
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Solution provides good insight to question asked and is original.
Rated On: February 25, 2019 1:38 am
Rated By: Cali Pohlman
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think answering honestly provides the candidate the opportunity to display their unique traits that could benefit a school.
Rated On: March 7, 2021 11:28 am
Rated By: WyJyGa
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree!
Rated On: November 5, 2023 11:47 pm
Rated By: XaJeXa