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No. 84 | 01/26/20 | Subscribe to this newsletter This issue is sponsored by Jobseekers and employers alike need to pay close attention to the language they use to describe both opportunities and qualifications. Words materially affect whether you get a job, what kind of offer you receive, whether that offer is compelling—and even what kind of salary you wind up receiving. Researchers at Harvard reported in the Harvard Business Review that both men and women more frequently describe women as "nice"—more communal, more collaborative—than they do men. Men get described with more standout adjectives while women receive fewer superlatives—and more vague ones. "Research has also found that, in other evaluative domains, like teacher evaluations, men are more often described as "brilliant" and "genius," and called out for their ideas, while women tend to be acknowledged for their kind demeanor and execution." This happens in verbal recommendations and even on people's resumes, Harvard researchers found. They looked at hundreds of resumes, filtered out jobs where Census data suggests that 75 percent are already held by women, and found that women still used more communal words to describe themselves on their own resumes. "Women seem to depict themselves as nice, over and beyond the previous workplace experiences they have had," the researchers noted. Sadly, nice doesn't always get the job. Even well-intentioned references can cast more doubt in potential employers' minds. A woman applicant might be described as someone who "needs minimal supervision" while a man is described as a "real self starter." Take a look at how you describe your work experiences, and make sure you're not underselling yourself. You might even consider chatting with the people who provide your recommendations: How do they describe you to others? Words matter—so choose them with care! The following is a message from our sponsor Celebrate boldness! The ISTE Impact and Distinguished District Awards recognize the outstanding achievements by change-makers in the field of educational technology. Nominations are open through Jan. 31. Apply or nominate someone for an ISTE award today! 💼 JOBS BY THE NUMBER   218 new jobs since last issue See all edtech jobs ⚡ FEATURED JOBS   Professional Development Specialist | Curriculum Associates | Multiple Curriculum Associates seeks a Professional Development Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will need a background in teaching/coaching Math, as well as experience leading professional development to school and district leaders.   Sales Representative | inquireED | Chicago, IL or Remote inquirED is looking for a relational Sales Representative, passionate about bringing inquiry-based, culturally responsive learning to partners across the country.   Online Coding and Computer Science Instructor | Create & Learn | Remote We are looking for passionate, enthusiastic teachers who want to share their love of computer science with students in grades k through 9. Our cutting-edge curriculum is ready to use–no need to design, test, and iterate on your own curriculum. ✂️ A CUT ABOVE THE REST In need of practical advice to help you land that dream job? Look no further.   In need of practical advice to help you land that dream job? Check out these great tips: How to Launch Your Edtech Job Search How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Your Edtech Job Hunt How to Boost Your Social Brand 💸 FOLLOW THE MONEY   2020 was a banner year for edtech funding to the tune of $2.2 billion The shift to remote work has been accompanied by companies and employees relocating to regions outside of tech hubs. But venture capital has not followed yet—at least for the edtech industry. Companies based in the San Francisco Bay Area accounted for nearly $1.2 billion raised, or more than half of all investment capital by edtech companies across the country. The New York area is second, totaling $307 million raised.   These coastal regions also account for the largest fundraising rounds. But there are exceptions. CampusLogic, a Phoenix-based provider of financial aid management tools for colleges, raised $120 million in July. Some of the highest valued companies can be found inland, too. Duolingo, the Pittsburgh-based language learning app developer, raised two rounds totalling $40 million on its way to a $2.4 billion valuation. Read more THANKS FOR READING   ➔ Got any feedback? We love hearing from readers. Shoot us a note, critiques, a joke—whatever you've got! ➔ Interested in reaching our readers? Sponsor this newsletter. ➔ Event planners: Feature your in-person or virtual event on our calendar & newsletters. EdSurge covers and connects the people, ideas and technologies that shape the future of learning. We are an independent news and research initiative of the International Society for Technology in Education. International Society for Technology in Education, 621 SW Morrison Street, Suite 800, Portland, Oregon 97205, USA, 800.336.5191 (U.S. & Canada) or 503.342.2848 (Int'l) Unsubscribe Manage preferences