This paper focuses on the effects of extra-curricular activity on graduates' transition from higher education to the labour market. The study is based on a survey of 119 graduates conducted in 2004 in the UK. The data gathered cover a large range of social and leisure activities that the graduates carried on while students at their universities.…

This article describes the results in the employment domain of a larger study of the lifestyles of 328 Canadian youths, aged 15-21 and 22-30, 131 of whom were blind and 197 of whom had low vision. The youths completed a survey on their work-related experiences, including their current employment status and job-search strategies. In addition to…

This annotated bibliography on school-to-work transition for individuals with disabilities contains over 600 citations arranged alphabetically by author. The bibliography includes journal articles, books, book chapters, unpublished papers, reports, and transcripts of government hearings. The materials were produced between 1961 and 1987. (JDD)

The annotated bibliography cites and abstracts 457 documents, originally published from about 1976 through 1987, concerned with the transition of handicapped students from school to work. Citations include journal articles, conference proceedings, project reports, videocassette recordings, presentations, pamphlets, dissertations, bibliographies,…

The authors describe a framework for administration and implementation of postsecondary internships in accounting. Topics covered include (1) qualifications, (2) duration, (3) timing, (4) granting credit and providing grades, and (5) evaluation criteria. Implementation guidelines are included. (CH)

Attempts to estimate a recursive model of earnings distribution with education, occupation, and hierarchy, using individual data for Japanese males. Proves that hierarchical position is very significant in determining earnings level. Compares the influence of education and earnings distribution in Japan and France. Includes 3 tables and 20…

Discusses three keys to successful programs in the school-to-work transition for disabled students: (1) commitment to a goal of competitive employment; (2) cooperation among those involved in the process; and (3) communication. (JOW)

Reviews the history of industrial training in Finland and analyzes the Finnish school system and the work environment. Highlighted are (1) development of rationalization training, (2) development of managerial training, (3) development of correspondence training courses, (4) training in private companies, and (5) industrial training in the past…

Reviews the 1980s literature regarding trends in public relations practice and implications for PR degree programs. Makes specific recommendations for development of effective degree programs. (MS)

Shows how communication instructors can provide leadership in demonstrating how the cost of producing an average business letter can be reduced through the use of technology. (EL)

This article contains a conceptualization of the links between education and production at the level of the individual organization, namely schools, training institutions, and productive enterprises. It provides a detailed analysis of different ways in which education and production are combined and discusses the practical implications of these…

Provides an overview of technology education. Defines the field, identifies opportunities within the field, and comments on the role of the International Technology Education Association. (CH)

Discusses the history of the relationship between vocational education and community colleges and the current status of this relationship. (CH)

Reports on an investigation into the stated "needs" of employers in the United Kingdom and relates these needs to landmarks in the call for prevocational education. Discusses possible plans for research in the area of matching vocational education with employment needs. (Author/CH)

The article describes a 3-year longitudinal study to examine postsecondary vocational pursuits of learning disabled high school seniors. Seven major research questions for the study are posed, including employment patterns, job-seeking techniques, and effects on transition of school performance, socioeconomic status, self-concept, and intellectual…