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| Educational Development | 1 |
| Educational History | 1 |
| Educational Legislation | 1 |
| Educational Trends | 1 |
| Federal Legislation | 1 |
| Vocational Education | 1 |
| Vocational Training Centers | 1 |
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| American Vocational Journal | 1 |
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| Barlow, Melvin L. | 1 |
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Barlow, Melvin L. – American Vocational Journal, 1976
The beginnings of vocational education are more readily seen during the period 1876-1926. They are characterized by the rise of manual training, trade schools, home economics movements, and agricultural education. The Smith-Hughes Act was passed in response to the demands of the National Society for the Promotion of Industrial Education. (EC)
Descriptors: Educational Development, Educational History, Educational Legislation, Educational Trends
