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Direct linkGeorge, Rosalyn; Maguire, Meg – British Journal of Educational Studies, 2021
In the UK, a default retirement age no longer exists and more people choose to 'stay on' in their academic posts. 'Staying on' poses opportunities and threats in the academic labour market. Older academics can make a positive contribution to their institution through their expertise and experience. By continuing to work, paying tax and keeping…
Descriptors: Teacher Educators, Teacher Attitudes, Teacher Retirement, Decision Making
Fuller, Alison; Unwin, Lorna – Adults Learning, 2012
Is there an optimum age to be an apprentice? For most people, their image of an apprentice would be a teenage school leaver. Yet, in England, the majority of apprentices are over the age of 19 when they start their apprenticeship, and 40 per cent are 25 or over. This would be very unusual in other European countries. In this article, the authors…
Descriptors: Apprenticeships, Foreign Countries, Skill Development, Models
Download full textDimeny, Ervin, Comp.; Williamson, Deborah, Comp.; Yates, Lisa, Comp.; Hinson, David, Comp. – Urban Institute, 2019
The apprenticeship movement is reshaping skills, policies, and programs in the United States at a critical moment in our country's history. This reader offers a chorus of voices emanating from different countries and populations, echoing commitment to bright, sustainable workforce futures through a well-crafted approach to this talent development…
Descriptors: Apprenticeships, Foreign Countries, Vocational Education, Outcomes of Education
Peer reviewedTaylor, Philip; And Others – Ageing International, 1993
Looks at the pros and cons of employer education vs. legislation regarding the rights of older workers. Compares situations in England and the United States. (JOW)
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Equal Opportunities (Jobs), Federal Legislation, Foreign Countries
