This study examined the extent to which high school office occupations students developed job-related reading skills, particularly proofreading, verifying, and comprehending detail. The study revealed definite weaknesses in development of these skills required for effective job performance. (SK)

Clerical worker education tends to focus on socializing students for success. It should also examine the workplace organization and reward structure to prepare students to recognize and challenge social and economic inequities related to job value and job security. (SK)