World of work experiences are best provided in real-life situations; consequently, a program of career education can be successful only with intense community involvement and cooperation. The K-12 program being developed by the Mobile County Public Schools System is described. (Author/KP)

Since most teachers have had limited occupational experiences outside school settings, the success of career education programs will depend upon a broadening of their knowledge of the world of work. Teachers in the Warren Public Schools, Ohio, had the opportunity to participate in a work experience program involving fifteen industries. (KP)