In the late 1980s, career counselors started to see a shift from a modernist way of thinking to what is now known as postmodernism. Constructivism is a learning theory that describes how individuals construct their own ideas about themselves, others, and the world around them. Social Constructivism however, differs in that it focus on views that acknowledge that social factors shape who we are and our worldview.
These are two postmodern approaches to career development. While these two perspectives are studied independently, they are actually intertwined. Understanding comes from unique interactions between self and social experiences.
Therefore, the best method for career counseling within this system is to get the client to tell their narrative. This will get them to start describing their life in terms of past, present, and future, which will help them identify themes and patterns. This puts more emphasis on the relationship between client and counselor. The working relationship must be strong to ensure accuracy in identifying themes and patterns in the client's life.
Postmodern approaches to career development address and emphasize multicultural perspectives and focus on the belief that there is no objective truth. Qualitative assessments provide clients with frameworks for telling their stories.
Therefore, the best method for career counseling within this system is to get the client to tell their narrative. This will get them to start describing their life in terms of past, present, and future, which will help them identify themes and patterns. This puts more emphasis on the relationship between client and counselor. The working relationship must be strong to ensure accuracy in identifying themes and patterns in the client's life.
Postmodern approaches to career development address and emphasize multicultural perspectives and focus on the belief that there is no objective truth. Qualitative assessments provide clients with frameworks for telling their stories.
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