Drawing on a model of the transition process, two primary factors, developmental needs and the external environment, affecting the younger student in transition to professional social worker are discussed. Strategies for assisting in the transition through intervention in academic advising and teaching roles are also offered. (Author/MSE)

The Dakota County Employment and Training Center is a comprehensive job training and placement service for disadvantaged residents located at Dakota County Technical College. The center provides a comprehensive educational and career assessment unit, in-depth remediation facilities, onsite child care, career exploration programs, job placement…

An ecological model for employment preparation in high schools that is based upon successful post-school community job placement for students with severe handicaps is discussed. The paper addresses the functions of employment training, the components of a community-referenced model, and implications for model implementation. (Author/JDD)

A transition planning process that focuses on quality-of-life outcomes is presented. The process, which views employment not as an outcome but as a vehicle for the attainment of quality of life, involves six steps: orientation, personal profile development, identification of employment outcomes, measurement system, compatibility process, and…

Summarizes the major findings of a study conducted by the Roper Organization and reported in "Electronic Media Career Preparation Study." Examines the strengths of the report and discusses shortcomings in its recommendations and methodology. (KEH)

With the new Perkins Act, the federal government has forged a powerful tool for restructuring schools. By integrating academic and vocational education, teaching all aspects of an industry, and creating links to community economic development, schools can truly become more inclusive and democratic institutions. Includes six references. (MLH)

As the economy has shifted focus from production to service to information, work force composition has diversified, and the scope of required skills has expanded. The classroom of the future must integrate academic and technical knowledge and skills within an applied vocational learning model. This article explains this process. Includes five…

As Henry Adams realized a century ago, a universal education system of the highest quality is fundamental to development of our economy, quality of our lives, and health of our democracy. Although business has finally realized its obligation to education, the real leadership must come from principals that encourage the public to expect even more…

Discusses accessibility for disabled persons to vocational programs in secondary and postsecondary schools in Wisconsin. Explains the mandates of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act regarding individuals who are handicapped. (JOW)

The study analyzed national and Maryland state data in an effort to predict the number of youth with severe disabilities leaving school who are likely to need adult support services. Lack of adult services was found to be a major barrier to community integration. (DB)

Reports on first and current occupations of sociology majors in order to assess education outcomes in the field. Earnings of males and females, graduate degree status and income, changes in prestige, and choice of graduate program are explored. Implications for the teaching of sociology are discussed. (KO)

Recounts how the author and 25 colleagues worked on a massive, long-term consulting project with a branch of the United States military to revise an extensive technical manual. Describes stressors of the project intrinsic to the job, the workers' roles in the organization, organizational structure, career development, and work relationships. (SR)

Using the Poisson regression approach, this paper analyzes 1982 Panel Study of Income Dynamics data on 736 household heads to determine the influence of education on labor and geographic mobility are governed by different behavioral mechanisms. A high educational attainment level inhibits labor mobility, but increases geographic mobility. Includes…

Discusses the debate over the role of vocational education and training in compulsory education in the United Kingdom. Examines the debate within the current political, social, and economic milieu. Analyzes the educational assumptions of this movement, and critiques the social, economic, and educational consequences of vocational education…

Discusses the changes in education and training that have taken place in several African countries during the past 25 years. Focuses on types of programs that several they can identify with in their recent history; presents policy issues as propositions. (JOW)