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Endnotes

Descriptor Note
Developing Technical Instructions For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Designing Technical Equipment” has been changed to “Developing Technical Instructions”. The French translation is titled “Développer des instructions techniques”.
Electronic Maintenance For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment” has been changed to “Electronic Maintenance”. The French translation is titled “Entretien électronique”.
Managing Resources For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money” has been changed to “Managing Resources”. The French translation is titled “Gérer des ressources”.
Supervising Subordinates For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates” has been changed to “Supervising Subordinates”. The French translation is titled “Superviser des subalternes”.
Automation For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Degree of Automation" has been changed to "Automation". The French translation is titled “Automatisation”.
Impact of Decisions For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Impact of Decision on Co-workers or Company Results" has been changed to "Impact of Decision". The French translation is titled “Incidence des décisions”.
Precision For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Importance of Being Exact or Accurate" has been changed to "Precision". The French translation is titled “Précision”.
Outside, Exposed to Weather For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Outdoor, Exposed to Weather” has been changed to “Outside, Exposed to Weather”. The French translation is titled “Travail extérieur, exposé aux conditions météorologiques”.
Outside, Under Cover For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Outdoor, Under Cover” has been changed to “Outside, Under Cover”. The French translation is titled “Travail extérieur, à l’abri des conditions météorologiques”.
Clerical Activities For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Recording Information” has been changed to “Clerical Activities”. The French translation is titled “Tâches administratives”.
Document Use This descriptor comes from ESDC’s Office of Literacy and Essential Skills.
Competition For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Level of Competition” has been changed to “Competition”. The French translation is titled “Concurrence ”.
Type of Work Schedules For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Work Schedules/Shiftwork” has been changed to “Type of Work Schedules”. The French translation is titled " Type d’horaires de travail".
Work Week Duration For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Duration of Typical Work Week” has been changed to “Work Week Duration”. The French translation is titled “Durée d’une semaine de travail”.
Oral Communication: Active Listening In the ESDC-Skills for Success model, the "Communication" descriptor includes active listening, oral comprehension, and oral expression, which are found in the Taxonomy. The definition of "Communication" is: Your ability to receive, understand, consider, and share information and ideas through speaking, listening, and interacting with others. For example, we use this skill to listen to instructions, serve customers and discuss ideas.
Oral Communication: Active Listening The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Problem Solving This is a descriptor found in the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of "Problem Solving" is: Your ability to identify, analyze, propose solutions, and make decisions. Problem solving helps you to address issues, monitor success, and learn from the experience. For example, we use this skill to make hiring decisions, select courses of action and troubleshoot technical failures.
Problem Solving In the ESDC-Skills for Success model, the descriptor "Problem Solving" includes "Critical Thinking" and "Decision Making," which are found in the Taxonomy.
Problem Solving The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Memorizing "Memorization" covers "Significant Use of Memory" from the Essential Skills framework.
Pattern Organization Speed For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Speed of Closure" has been changed to "Pattern Organisation Speed". The French translation is titled "Rapidité d'organisation de structures".
Verbal Ability Verbal ability is understood as a prerequisite to verbal communication, enabling a person to communicate effectively.
Verbal Ability This descriptor has some similarities with the descriptor "Communication" from the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Communication” is: Your ability to receive, understand, consider, and share information and ideas through speaking, listening, and interacting with others. For example, we use this skill to listen to instructions, serve customers and discuss ideas.
Verbal Ability The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Stress Tolerance This descriptor includes the concept of stress management.
Perseverance For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Persistence” has been changed to “Perseverance”. The French translation is titled “Persévérance”.
Perseverance This descriptor is included in the descriptor "Adaptability" of the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Adaptability” is: Your ability to achieve or adjust goals and behaviours when expected or unexpected change occurs, by planning, staying focused, persisting, and overcoming setbacks. For example, we use this skill to change work plans to meet new deadlines, learn how to work with new tools and improve our skills through feedback.
Perseverance The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Standard Safety Equipment For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets" has been changed to "Standard Safety Equipment". The French translation is titled “Équipements de sécurité de base”.
Specialized Safety Equipment For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection” has been changed to “Specialized Safety Equipment”. The French translation is titled “Équipements de sécurité spécialisé”.
Sound and Noise For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable” has been changed to “Sounds and Noises”. The French translation is titled “Sons et bruits”.
Tasks Repetition For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Importance of Repeating Same Tasks” has been changed to “Tasks Repetition”. The French translation is titled “Répétition des tâches”.
Conflict Situations For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Frequency of Conflict Situations” has been changed to “Conflict Situations”. The French translation is titled “Situations conflictuelles”.
Handling Material Manually For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools” has been changed to “Handling Material Manually”. The French translation is titled “Manipuler manuellement du matériel”.
Extreme Temperatures For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Very Hot or Cold Temperatures" has been changed to "Extreme Temperatures". The French translation is titled “Températures extrêmes”.
Planning and Organizing For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Organizing, Planning and Prioritizing Work” has been changed to “Planning and Organizing”. The French translation is titled “Planifier et organiser”.
Applying New Knowledge For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge” has been changed to “Applying New Knowledge”. The French translation is titled “Appliquer de nouvelles connaissances ”.
Making Decisions For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Making Decision and Solving Problems” has been changed to “Making Decisions”. In the August 2019 version of the Taxonomy, the French translation is titled “Prises de décisions”. In the 2022 version of the Taxonomy, this title has been changed to “Prendre des décisions”. The use of the verb in the infinitive makes it possible to express a dimension of activity.
Coaching and Developing Others The O*NET descriptor title, "Coaching and Developing Others", has been translated into French as "Encadrer et former des personnes".
Communicating with Coworkers For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates” has been changed to “Communicating with Coworkers”. The French translation is titled “Communiquer avec les collègues de travail”.
Staffing For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Staffing Organizational Units” has been changed to “Staffing”. The French translation is titled “Mener des activités de dotation”.
Mechanical Maintenance For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment” has been changed to “Mechanical Maintenance”. The French translation is titled “Entretien Mécanique”.
Physics As part of the 2022 revision of the Taxonomy, ESDC has conducted a complete redesign of the structure of the Knowledge category. Adopted changes include the recomposition of subcategories, the elimination, modification or addition of descriptors, and the development of new definitions.
Fluency of Ideas This descriptor has similarities with the descriptor "Creativity and innovation" from the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of "Creativity and innovation" is: Your ability to imagine, develop, express, encourage, and apply ideas in ways that are novel, unexpected, or challenge existing methods and norms. For example, we use this skill to discover better ways of doing things, develop new products, and deliver services in a new way.
Fluency of Ideas The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Problem Identification For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Problem Sensitivity" has been changed to "Problem Identification". The French translation is titled "Détection de problèmes".
Numerical Ability This descriptor has some similarities with the descriptor "Numeracy" from the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Numeracy” is: Your ability to find, understand, use, and report mathematical information presented through words, numbers, symbols, and graphics. For example, we use this skill to perform calculations, manage budgets, analyze and model data and make estimations.
Numerical Ability The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Mathematical Reasoning This descriptor has some similarities with the descriptor "Numeracy" from the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Numeracy” is: Your ability to find, understand, use, and report mathematical information presented through words, numbers, symbols, and graphics. For example, we use this skill to perform calculations, manage budgets, analyze and model data and make estimations.
Mathematical Reasoning The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Critical Thinking In the ESDC-Skills for Success model, the descriptor "Critical Thinking" is grouped with the competency "Problem Solving". The definition of "Problem Solving" is: Your ability to identify, analyze, propose solutions, and make decisions. Problem solving helps you to address issues, monitor success, and learn from the experience. For example, we use this skill to make hiring decisions, select courses of action and troubleshoot technical failures.
Critical Thinking The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Decision Making In the ESDC-Skills for Success model, the descriptor "Decision Making" is grouped with the competency "Problem Solving". The definition of "Problem Solving" is: Your ability to identify, analyze, propose solutions, and make decisions. Problem solving helps you to address issues, monitor success, and learn from the experience. For example, we use this skill to make hiring decisions, select courses of action and troubleshoot technical failures.
Decision Making The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Multitasking For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor “Time sharing” has been changed to “Multitasking”. The French translation is titled “Tâches multiples”.
Cross-Cultural Sensitivity This descriptor is similar to the item titled "Component-2”: Value diversity and inclusivity of others under the heading "Collaboration" in the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of "Component-2" is: Understand that people from different cultures, backgrounds, and abilities can have different customs, values, and ways of thinking and acting.
Cross-Cultural Sensitivity The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Concern for Others Emotional Intelligence (EI) as defined by Daniel Goleman (1998) consists of five skills/personal attributes listed in this Taxonomy: Self-awareness, Self-regulation, Social, Empathy, and Motivation. For the purpose of the Taxonomy, the component of Empathy was added to the definition of "Concern for Others".
Collaboration This is a descriptor found in the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Collaboration” is: Your ability to contribute and support others to achieve a common goal. For example, at work we use this skill to provide meaningful support to team members while completing a project.
Collaboration The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Adaptability This is a descriptor found in the EDSC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Adaptability” is: Your ability to achieve or adjust goals and behaviours when expected or unexpected change occurs, by planning, staying focused, persisting, and overcoming setbacks. For example, we use this skill to change work plans to meet new deadlines, learn how to work with new tools and improve our skills through feedback.
Adaptability The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Self-Control This descriptor is included in the descriptor "Adaptability" of the ESDC- Skills for Success model. The definition of “Adaptability” is: Your ability to achieve or adjust goals and behaviours when expected or unexpected change occurs, by planning, staying focused, persisting, and overcoming setbacks. For example, we use this skill to change work plans to meet new deadlines, learn how to work with new tools and improve our skills through feedback.
Self-Control The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Resilience This descriptor is included in the descriptor "Adaptability" of the ESDC- Skills for Success model. The definition of “Adaptability” is: Your ability to achieve or adjust goals and behaviours when expected or unexpected change occurs, by planning, staying focused, persisting, and overcoming setbacks. For example, we use this skill to change work plans to meet new deadlines, learn how to work with new tools and improve our skills through feedback.
Resilience The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Written Comprehension This descriptor has some similarities with the descriptor “Reading” from the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Reading” is: Your ability to find, understand, and use information presented through words, symbols, and images. For example, we use this skill to locate information on forms and drawings, and to read items such as emails, reports, news articles, blog posts and instructions.
Written Comprehension The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Written Expression This descriptor has some similarities with the descriptor “Writing” in the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Writing” is: Your ability to share information using written words, symbols, and images. For example, we use this skill to fill out forms and applications, and write emails, reports and social media posts.
Written Expression The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Achievement For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Achievement/Effort" has been changed to "Achievement". The French translation is titled “Accomplissement”.
Attention to Detail For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the definition from O*NET has been modified to include the component of " Clerical Perception", as defined by the Career Handbook (ability to perceive pertinent detail in verbal or tabular material; to observe differences in copy, to proofread words and numbers, and to avoid perceptual errors in arithmetical computation).
Creativity For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Originality" has been changed to "Creativity". The French translation is titled "Créativité".
Creativity This is a descriptor found in the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Creativity and innovation” is: Your ability to imagine, develop, express, encourage, and apply ideas in ways that are novel, unexpected, or challenge existing methods and norms. For example, we use this skill to discover better ways of doing things, develop new products, and deliver services in a new way.
Creativity In the Taxonomy, Creativity and Innovation are two distinct descriptors.
Creativity The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Innovativeness This is a descriptor found in the EDSC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Creativity and innovation” is: Your ability to imagine, develop, express, encourage, and apply ideas in ways that are novel, unexpected, or challenge existing methods and norms. For example, we use this skill to discover better ways of doing things, develop new products, and deliver services in a new way.
Innovativeness In the Taxonomy, Creativity and Innovation are two distinct descriptors.
Innovativeness The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Body Flexibility For the purposes of the Taxonomy, the title of the O*NET descriptor "Extent Flexibility" has been changed to "Body Flexibility". The French translation is titled "Flexibilité corporelle".
Oral Communication: Oral Comprehension In the ESDC-Skills for Success model, the "Communication" descriptor includes active listening, oral comprehension, and oral expression, which are found in the Taxonomy. The definition of "Communication" is: Your ability to receive, understand, consider, and share information and ideas through speaking, listening, and interacting with others. For example, we use this skill to listen to instructions, serve customers and discuss ideas.
Oral Communication: Oral Comprehension The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Oral Communication: Oral Expression In the ESDC-Skills for Success model, the "Communication" descriptor includes active listening, oral comprehension, and oral expression, which are found in the Taxonomy. The definition of "Communication" is: Your ability to receive, understand, consider, and share information and ideas through speaking, listening, and interacting with others. For example, we use this skill to listen to instructions, serve customers and discuss ideas.
Oral Communication: Oral Expression The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different they have different purposes and target groups.
Reading Comprehension This is a descriptor found in the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of "Reading" is: Your ability to find, understand, and use information presented through words, symbols, and images. For example, we use this skill to locate information on forms and drawings, and to read items such as emails, reports, news articles, blog posts and instructions.
Reading Comprehension The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Writing This is a descriptor found in the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of "Writing" is: : Your ability to share information using written words, symbols, and images. For example, we use this skill to fill out forms and applications, and write emails, reports and social media posts.
Writing The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Numeracy This is a descriptor found in the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of "Numeracy" is: Your ability to find, understand, use, and report mathematical information presented through words, numbers, symbols, and graphics. For example, we use this skill to perform calculations, manage budgets, analyze and model data and make estimations.
Numeracy The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Digital Literacy This is a descriptor found in the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Digital” is: Your ability to use digital technology and tools to find, manage, apply, create and share information and content. For example, we use this skill to create spreadsheets, safely use social media, and securely make online purchases.
Digital Literacy The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
Active Learning This descriptor has some similarities with the descriptor "Adaptability" from the ESDC-Skills for Success model. The definition of “Adaptability” is: Your ability to achieve or adjust goals and behaviours when expected or unexpected change occurs, by planning, staying focused, persisting, and overcoming setbacks. For example, we use this skill to change work plans to meet new deadlines, learn how to work with new tools and improve our skills through feedback.
Active Learning The Skills and Competencies Taxonomy and Skills for Success definitions are slightly different because they have different purposes and target groups.
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