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"In Moving Up in the New Economy, Joan Fitzgerald explores specific programs in different sectors of the economy - health care, child care, education, biotechnology, and manufacturing - to offer a comprehensive analysis of this innovative approach to job training. Addressing the successes achieved - and the problems faced - by career-ladder programs, this timely book will be of interest to anyone interested in career development, workforce training,...
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This book provides both new and experienced practitioners with a systematic method for developing self-directed learning (SDL) packages applicable in any situation, from basic industrial and technical skills training to the education of advanced degree candidates in traditional academic environments. This book provides practical learning aids, including SDL checklists at the end of each chapter, to help readers develop new SDL programs and to reinforce...
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Calls for first redesign of the American education system in a century. This report of the New Commission on the Skills of the American Workforce argues that the dynamics of the global economy will lead to a steady decline in the American standard of living if this country does not undertake the first thorough overhaul of its education system in a century. It discusses how our country can graduate 95% of our students (not two-thirds, as it does now)...
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Argues that a strong private economy can reduce unemployment more successfully than government programmes and that job training programmes should reflect the current market. Looks at ways of building and maintaining career ladders for the working poor, the roles of welfare reform and emerging new occupations in the ITC industries, aspects of poverty reduction, and job training in a world of globalization.
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Explores the ways in which American students, employers, and teachers perceive each other and what actions they take to affect the work-entry process. Includes a comparison of the situation in Germany and Japan. Suggests more effective communication between teachers, students and employers, and building upon existing informal networks.
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