An action research study found that newly qualified community nurses were very positive about their new roles and able to use analytic skills in practice. However, they felt inadequately prepared for work pressures and the pace of activity. (SK)

Using data from the National Adult Literacy Survey (National Center for Education Statistics), explores the relationship between formal schooling and adult literacy proficiency overall and for members of different demographic subgroups, for high school noncompleters, for those scoring lowest on literacy tasks, and for individuals in the workplace.…

Describes various ways scholastic journalism advisers have attempted to make real-world connections to boost their journalism programs: critiques of student publications by invited guest speakers (professional journalists); regional workshops where professionals offer short presentations; local media offering programming or special sections aimed…

Describes the curriculum and learning objectives at Academy X, a leadership and humanities school for 11th- and 12th-grade students at Sir Francis Drake High School in San Anselmo, California, the primary focus of which is a multiweek student internship divided into four components: the meaningful project, the essential question, the onsite…

The distinction between formal and informal education is unhelpful. A reconceptualized concept of apprenticeship should reconcile the polarization between learner-centered and transmission approaches to instruction. (SK)

Agricultural education can provide others with assistance in making the school-to-careers movement a success. Work-based learning for students and externships for teachers are two potential contributions. (JOW)

Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) is a school-to-career partnership among automotive manufacturers and dealers and selected high schools. AYES is designed to encourage students to consider careers in retail automotive service and to prepare them for entry-level positions at dealerships or colleges. (JOW)

Distinguishes between adaptive learning (reproducing routine actions) and developmental learning (using creativity or problem solving). States that the learning potential of a task is function of the following: (1) task complexity, variety, and control; (2) feedback, evaluation, and reflection; (3) type and degree of formalization; (4) employee…

Data from Canada's New Approaches to Lifelong Learning Study confirm the pervasiveness of unpaid work and informal learning. Most employed persons engage in a variety of work-related informal learning activities. However, underemployment in terms of use of acquired skills is widespread. (Contains 29 references.) (SK)

The goal of workplace learning should be development of robust vocational knowledge. A model to achieve this includes guided learning strategies such as modeling, coaching, and questioning used by expert co-workers and opportunities for participation in workplace activities that provide learning experiences. (SK)

Describes the Professional Educator Faculty Engagement programs at California State University at Hayward and San Bernardino, which provided an opportunity for K-18 preservice faculty development with released time, benefits, and collegial activities. (JOW)

An action learning program was implemented by a manufacturer using lean production practices. Action learning practices were accommodated during times of stability, but abandoned in times of crisis. The meaning of work in this organizational culture excluded all practices, such as reflection, that were not visible and targeted at immediate…

The business education program in the Birdville Independent School District in Texas is half school-based and half work-based or internship. Seniors spend half of their day in a paid internship program for which they sometimes get college credit. (JOW)

Analysis of 1997 National Longitudinal Survey of Youth data for school-to-work participation found that it does not appear to influence behavior associated with college attendance. It does appear to increase subjective probabilities of obtaining a high school diploma and perceived likelihood of future labor market activity. (Contains 15…

Analysis of data from 1,144 public high schools identified factors affecting school-to-work programs. Schools with stronger leadership, evidenced by innovation, school climate, and external cooperative relationships, had significantly broader programs. Scope of programming increased only slightly in schools with larger enrollments. (Contains 33…