Growth in the importance of training and development came as a result of its changing functions and its ability to meet the objectives of agencies and firms. At the same time, personnel departments have declined in importance because of their reactionary outlook towards staff functions. (EC)

The growing needs of individuals who did not finish high school and of other adults wish to make changes in their lives can best be met at the local level through education--work programs, or deferred educational and training opportunities, to be used when needed. (EC)

This article examines the low pass rate of 12th grade Jamaican students in the British advanced level examinations, and the effects this low pass rate has in a developing nation. (WI)

Describes a counselor training practicum in which the trainees spend two weeks in a Canada Manpower Centre. The program was successful for the trainees as well as for the centre. (Author/HMV)

A Maine state senator's 17-day tour of educational facilities in Poland and Romania gave him unexpected insights, especially in the relationship between education and work. (Editor/LBH)

Points out some of the more commonly overlooked opportunities that the collective bargaining relationship offers for attaining the organization's goals. (Author/MLF)

The author discusses how to compete for training contracts from the private sector. He lists strategic questions to ask, provides a suggested approach, and mentions potential barriers. (CH)

Criticizes the new technical schools in Great Britain as "yet another waste of the taxpayers' money." Argues that employers value general academic ability over specific vocational skills. Concludes that successive British governments have demonstrated economic illiteracy when applying the principles of economics to the education…

States that, in countries where industrialization is underway, governments must identify occupations for which skill training is required, monitor the relevance of training, and provide incentives to attract and retain people in important occupations. Discusses issues raised by manpower planning and development as well as measures that governments…

Discusses the history of the National Council of Labour Colleges, the Chartist Movement, and Ruskin College. All were involved in the development of higher education for the labor force. (CH)

Discusses the political environment surrounding British adult continuing education. Includes (1) a sketch of current educational politics; (2) a discussion of the relationship among university, government, and society; (3) information on industrializing universities; (4) discussion on development of continuing education; and (5) the shift from…

Provides a review of the literature on human behavior in disasters and gives insights about what people do with and without training, organization, and control. It also points to the need for such preparations. The nature of the milieu in which emergency management must take place is examined. An emergency management model is included. (CT)

The Adopt-a-School program, involving the 50 schools of Augusta, Georgia, has increased community commitment to public education. Assisted by business and community organizations, each school's program includes needs assessment and human resources development. (CJH)

A simple approach to cost-benefit analysis of industrial training is presented that uses easily obtainable data. Results regarding the social rate of return to company training suggest a shift of resources from individuals to companies. Comparisons between returns to company training and to institutional training are also presented. (MD)

Discusses a career alternative for speech communication students, one that relies on the traditional role of teaching but is centered in business and industry. (PD)