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From: The O*NET content model: strengths and limitationsStärken und Grenzen des O*NET-Models

Survey Main content
Education/training Required education, related work experience, training
Knowledge Various specific functional and academic areas (e.g., physics, marketing, design, clerical, food production, construction)
Skills Reading, writing, math, science, critical thinking, learning, resource management, communication, social relations, technology
Abilities Writing, math, general cognitive abilities, perceptual, sensory-motor, dexterity, physical coordination, speed, strength
Work activities Various activities (e.g., information processing, making decisions, thinking creatively, inspecting equipment, scheduling work)
Work context Working conditions (e.g., public speaking, teamwork, conflict resolution, working outdoors, physical strains, exposure to heat, noise, and chemicals, job autonomy)
Work style Personal characteristics (e.g., leadership, persistence, cooperation, adaptability)