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Jurmo, Paul J. – COABE Journal: The Resource for Adult Education, 2020
This article describes two decades of workplace basic skills efforts in the United States (mid 1980s to early 2000s). Private- and public-sector groups defined the problem of inadequate basic skills in the incumbent workforce. They raised awareness of this problem as it affected various segments of the workforce and diverse industries. They…
Descriptors: Skill Development, Basic Skills, Educational History, Adult Education
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Kessler, Seth A.; Horton, Karissa D.; Gottlieb, Nell H.; Atwood, Robin – Journal of Workplace Learning, 2012
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to describe preceptors' implementation experiences after implementing a workplace learning program in Texas WIC (women, infant, and children) agencies and identify implementation best practices. Design/methodology/approach: This research used qualitative description methodology. Data collection consisted of 11…
Descriptors: Workplace Learning, Curriculum Implementation, Public Agencies, Federal Programs