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Education Commission of the States – Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, 1984
Argues that schools do not adequately prepare students for the rapidly changing requirements of the American workplace. Proposes an Action Plan on Education for Economic Growth, and discusses its feasibility. Outlines basic skills and competencies for productive employment. (KH)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Curriculum Development, Economic Progress, Education Work Relationship
American Association of State Colleges and Universities, Washington, DC. – 1986
An educational "'Marshall Plan' form the States," targeted to strengthen public schools and colleges at all levels and in every region of the country, is called for to prepare the American people for life in the 21st century. A number of social, political, economic and educational conditions, including the rising dropout and illiteracy…
Descriptors: Black Students, Blue Ribbon Commissions, College Role, Dropout Rate
Download full textIllinois Community College Board, 2004
The Illinois Community College System Performance Report replaces the Results Report and reflects an initial effort to increasingly streamline and integrate state outcomes and progress reporting in Illinois. The fresh approach taken this year further combines qualitative information and quantitative data reporting. The Performance Report is…
Descriptors: Economic Progress, Advisory Committees, Community Colleges, Program Effectiveness
