Introduces this special issue, arguing that because communication practices are changing radically (because of the global transition from a primarily industrial to a knowledge economy) writing requirements for business students must be reexamined so that they reflect what business professionals should know and do in a knowledge economy. (SR)

Investigated the effect of graduate education on job performance, using a database of U.S. Navy officers, focusing on supervisor ratings and promotion probabilities. Among those eligible for promotion to grade 4 (the up-or-out point), those with any graduate degree are more likely to be promoted. (25 references) (MLH)

Discussion of "citizenship" education in higher education argues for viewing students first as citizens, then as employable graduates. It argues that teaching and learning which attempts to balance tensions between values of the marketplace and values of "education as a practice of citizenship" requires more than better teaching and assessment; it…

Discusses connections in undergraduate study between liberal learning and work, including internships, service learning, volunteerism, work-study programs, and students who work for a living. Focuses, however, on students who "work at learning," as a student culture which recognizes that in the final analysis, students themselves must work at…

Uses National Longitudinal Study of Youth data to determine how estimated returns to schooling are influenced by career starting date choice. Defines schooling and experience measures for four alternative starting dates. Uses results to estimate standard wage model for samples of white and nonwhite men. Returns to schooling increase dramatically…

The socioeconomic environment affecting choice of occupation and transition from education to employment has changed radically. Vocational information and guidance must be a career-long opportunity for all age groups and vocational areas. (SK)

Reports on recommendations and action plans conceived at the November 1997 conference School-to-Work Transition: Defining the Role of Vocational Psychology. Topics discussed: theory and research; marketing and dissemination; funding; assessment and evaluation; schools and communities; and professional advocacy. Urges the field of counseling…

Formal instruction in general professional skills should be made a standard element of graduate training programs to better prepare students for success in graduate school and beyond. Issues to be addressed in such training include communication of ideas and results, obtaining jobs and funding, attracting students and staff, academic integrity,…

Discusses the similarities and differences between the school-to-work and national standards movements. Concludes that philosophically and strategically, the standards and school-to-work movements need each other. While the standards movement provides clear performance benchmarks, the school-to-work movement delivers the motive and purpose that is…

Such concepts as employment and unemployment have different meanings in former Communist countries. A typology of postcommunist school-to-work transition using Western concepts of private sector, public sector, self-employment, and unemployment can accurately describe the situation in the transition to a market economy. (SK)

At regular intervals during the past 20 years, George Psacharapoulos has presented aggregate rates of return (RORs) to investments in education for each major geographical region. He claims high aggregate social RORs for primary education throughout the world. Reexamination of the data shows that none of Psacharapoulos's ROR patterns exist in…

A study of 4,014 high school graduates 1 year after graduation found that career and technical education participants earned more, experienced greater relevance of secondary to postsecondary education, and felt better prepared for work. Internship participants felt prepared for work but had lower earnings and fewer quarters worked. Improvements in…

Outlines optimistic and pessimistic views regarding the future nature of paid work. Discusses how trust (or social capital) is the missing link that forges connections between the economy, community, and economic markets. Discusses human and social capital as they relate to literacy and to employment. Offers reflections on these topics from people…

The career development and disability knowledge of 97 students with learning disabilities from three postsecondary institutions in the Midwest was examined. Students who were eligible for services while in high school generally did not engage in transition planning and their career development activities were limited despite having unique career…

Outlines the School to Work Opportunities Act of 1994, including its rationale and implications for schools and school counselors. Discusses role the school counselor can play in this educational reform initiative. Proposes that when schools implement school-to-work systems, the additional emphasis on career development and education can improve…