Briefly discusses six articles dealing with the role of psychology and psychological research in improving economic productivity. Considers: (l) effects of drug abuse and alcoholism and of psychological programs on employee productivity; (2) methods for analyzing the economic impact of organizational improvement programs; and (3) psychologists'…

Defines "disadvantaged youth" and reviews vocational training and employment programs designed for them. Finds that these activities tend to favor the relatively privileged rather than those with the greatest need. (SK)

Through an interview format, L. A. Phelps identifies three major issues confronting vocational educational programing for the mentally retarded in the 1980s; discusses change in the roles of the federal government, professionals, and professional associations; and makes recommendations for interagency cooperation in education and employment of the…

Examines lessons learned from successful linkages between community colleges and Comprehensive Employment and Training Act (CETA) sponsors as the basis for future occupational training and employment programs. Reviews research examining CETA funding patterns in California and exemplary arrangements between community colleges and CETA nationwide.…

Argues that as part of the objective of bringing economic recovery and social order to Louisiana following the Civil War, Banks made the education system an extension of his labor program. Examines the Free Labor System, the attitudes of Louisiana educational administrators, and the inhibiting nature of Black education. (Author/GC)

Past employment and training policy has been conducted largely outside the educational establishment; however, the Youth Employment and Demonstration Projects Act marks some new complementary roles for schools and is forcing schools to provide services to groups of students that have been previously ignored. (BM)

The authors analyze three major hypotheses for the worsening youth employment situation in Europe: demographic, cyclical, and structural; and review the advantages and disadvantages of various policies designed to lessen youth unemployment. (SJL)

Describes the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) program, with funds provided under the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973, to train apprentices in home construction trades and place them on jobs, with particulars about the carpentry training program. (MF)

The population of older women consists of relatively healthy, educated, nonpoor, native-born women, not employed and not living with a spouse. Women's involvement in significant activities is limited and there are impediments to their greater participation. Social gerontologists should design new opportunities engaging older women in socially…

The National Recreation and Park Association's Office of Education and Professional Services has developed a publication titled "Employ," designed to assist individuals in the parks and recreation field to prepare for and locate opportunities for employment. (JD)

Data from experimental evaluations of four state welfare-to-work programs were combined with information on the selection process in order to determine the efficacy of social programs in light of performance standards. Data suggest that either the federal requirements cannot be met or that standards can only be met under special circumstances.…

Develops a method for reassessing earnings benefits from employment and training programs to include costs of lost leisure. Suggests that ignoring lost leisure favors programs that emphasize job search or work requirements over investments in human capital. (SK)

Analysis of the employment histories and functional characteristics of 1,411 individuals involved in supported employment programs in 8 states found less than 8 percent had severe or profound disabilities. Further research and demonstration activities and modification of federal and state supported employment policies are recommended. (Author/DB)

Described is an individual-placement supported-employment program for persons with traumatic brain injury. A referral pool of 32 persons is analyzed in terms of demographics, neuropsychological test performance, occupational history, occupational status, etc. Also described are program procedures, data management systems, and the role of…

This paper describes a customer-driven approach to supported employment in which people with disabilities are able to exert choice and control. Best practices in supported employment are reviewed and contrasted with practices presently operating. Specific information on how a customer can select a supported employment provider (renamed a community…