Provides general information about apprenticeships, including a definition of the term, reasons for becoming an apprentice, how to select a trade, how to qualify for a program, and resources for further information. (NRJ)

If the school store carries suitable product lines, presents them attractively, accommodates the flow of customers, and brings in sufficient sales, it can offer many--if not more--of the learning experiences offered by a good cooperative work station as it relates store operations, merchandising, sales promotion, and financial control. (Author/AG)

An attempt to improve the quality of the life that many socially disoriented youth live in a mojor urban area is described. (CK)

Discusses the need for youth apprenticeship programs and suggests that the benefits to companies are high. Indicates that work-based learning programs may be the most effective way to ensure professional training for today's youth. (JOW)

The paper summarizes efforts in California to provide handicapped secondary students with work experience education. Three types of work experience programs in California are noted (exploratory, general, and vocational work experience). Selection criteria for students include age level, full-time pupil basis, approval of parent/guardian and school…

THIS GUIDE CONTAINS THE BASIC PRINCIPLES, GENERAL POLICIES, EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES, AND MINIMAL STANDARDS OF THE WORK EXPERIENCE EDUCATION COURSE AND EMPLOYMENT PLACEMENT PROGRAMS IN LOS ANGELES. THIS PROGRAM ENABLES STUDENTS TO HAVE A PART-TIME JOB SUPERVISED AND COORDINATED BY THE SCHOOL AND GIVEN COURSE CREDIT. IT EDUCATES THE STUDENT IN WORK…

Examines work experience in the Youth Opportunities Programme and summarizes guidelines that should be useful to those running work experience programs and those involved with any industrial training that involves work experience. (JOW)

Reviews the issues associated with the school-to-work transition and suggests needed areas for research. (JDS)

Specific examples of how a school store can provide students with an opportunity to learn what happens in large retail establishments, and why and how, are presented. Merchandise receiving and display are used as the examples. (AG)

The article describes the Chippewa Office Services as a means for a student to achieve office experience while on a full academic schedule. (AG)

Describes a vocational school on Chesapeake Bay where students get what amounts to on-the-job training on an amazing array of ships. (Editor/MU)

Big Bend Community College (Washington) plays an important role as part of a unique international 2-year work-study program. It provides English instruction, cultural activities, and facilities for Japanese farm trainees who have sought theoretical and practical agricultural training in the United States. (JO)

Describes a rationale for awarding credit for experiential learning based on the student's ability to process experience and transfer cognitive and affective perceptions. Lists five general competencies that a student must demonstrate in order to be awarded credit under this rationale. (W.C. Publications, P.O. Box 1578, Montclair, NJ 07042) (NRJ)