Outlines the "calamitous prospects" facing the poor in America, especially poor Blacks, due to undereducation and the movement of the economy away from industrial production to high technology and communication. Proposes strengthening public school instruction through cooperation of schools and colleges to provide an alternative future. (JBM)

In order to understand the factors which influence success or failure for adult students, a group of shop stewards attending a union training program were studied. The chief determinant of individual success was the attitude of the convenor, a higher level union official, who shaped behavior and attitudes toward learning. (IS)

Describes planning and development activities of a team supported by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, the Organization of American States, and the Surinam national government, for a model community school for Surinam bush Negro villages. Summarizes team recommendations for modifying teacher education to…

Recent developments in West German higher education's enrollment, educational access, graduate labor market, institutional diversity, finance, overall reforms, and relationships with government are outlined. It is suggested that major concerns in the 1980s will be for finance and graduate employment, at the same time that public priorities may…

Presents sociological perspectives on the relationship of education to employment. Specifically examined are the relationship of educational qualifications to occupational status, education's effect on worker productivity, and the schools' role in creating desirable employees. The discussion incorporates data from the Youth Opportunities Programme…

Examined are the issues of what the educational system can do about youth unemployment and identifying appropriate and effective strategies for educational changes. Emphasis is placed on providing employability skills rather than entry-level job skills. Reallocation of educational resources and joining of forces of the community and schools are…

Despite current questions about the rate of return on educational investments, there is still a positive correlation between years of schooling and income, as well as job satisfaction. The real problem is not study and work; rather attention should be directed to the problem of nonstudy and work. (Author/AF)

Negative hypotheses that universal education will lead to unqualified students, oversupply of graduates, unemployment of graduates, lower earnings for graduates, and declining personal and social benefits of investing in higher education are rebuffed. The case is made that social returns on investments in higher education continue to be high.…

Describes a comprehensive career education program designed to assist community students in transition from school to work. Strategies used to establish community support are reviewed. A Career Education Model used by participating school districts is described and major project accomplishments based on this model are listed. (RC)

Results of a national survey of community college human services programs include the number and types of such programs, curricular emphases, student and faculty characteristics, and graduates' employment experiences. Suggestions for greater profession-institution interactions and involvement are made. (MSE)

A model for cooperative education has been developed that can be applied successfully in liberal arts. It involves the use of cooperative education in the first two years as a means of invigorating educational and career planning and exploration, and as an integral part of the students' general education. (LRA)

The author supports theories of the relationship between school and work expressed in Torsten Husen's book, "The School in Question." The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, the education-work relationship in China and the United States, the Work in America Institute, and the National Academy of Education are…

Discusses the central thesis of Torsten Husen's book, "The School in Question." Husen maintains that the postindustrial society appreciates outstanding abilities above all and relies on the school system to determine these abilities. Negative effects of reduction of inequalities in schooling are also discussed. (KC)

The chairman of Ford Motor Company (Caldwell) and the president of the International Ladies' Garment Workers Union (Chaikin) assess current critical issues and their implications for higher education. The American economy, government regulation, productivity, taxes, competition, higher education for workers, and energy and resources are discussed.…

The decision-making process is reviewed and information needs are related to steps of the career decision-making process. Three forms of information files are described and guidelines are suggested for making information personally meaningful. Alternate modes of delivery of career guidance services are evaluated. (AF)