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Download full textWegmann, Robert G. – 1983
This paper is intended to help those in a position to provide workers who are displaced by layoffs or plant shutdowns with assistance in adjusting to unemployment and finding new employment. The first section presents a summary of the transformation of the American labor market, showing the effects of economic and technological changes on the…
Descriptors: Career Counseling, Coping, Employment Opportunities, Employment Patterns
Peer reviewedPrather, J. Preston; Shrum, John W. – Science Education, 1987
Discusses the trend toward job displacement in the United States as a result of technological advancements. Considers the need for science education for the millions of out-of-school adult workers. Challenges the science education community to address this need in a timely manner. (TW)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Continuing Education, Dislocated Workers, Employment Patterns
Peer reviewedCrossland, Ronald J.; Milander, Henry M. – Community Services Catalyst, 1986
Predicts changes in workforce supply and demand. Looks at ways new technological delivery systems can be used to enhance lifelong learning and improve adult retraining/education. Reviews the Commission on Higher Education and the Adult Learner's recommendations, and projects ways technology will be used in innovative programs for adults. (DMM)
Descriptors: Adult Vocational Education, Community Colleges, Delivery Systems, Educational Innovation
