Assesses ways in which institutions of higher education can contribute to national development, and suggests ways in which development may be facilitated by university based resources. (Author/JLF)

Examines the transition from temporary migration to permanent settlement of immigrants in West Germany. Discusses the way the educational system works to keep second-generation generation immigrants at the lowest social and occupational levels of German society. (Author/GC)

Although the demand for their profession was actually created by the expansion of higher education, American academics have attributed their favored position to society's appreciation of their scholarly research. They persist in seeking advancement by the "publish or perish" route, highly reminiscent of the individualistic labor theories of early…

Describes the Siberian labor and technical educational system as it changed to meet national needs through World War II up to 1956. According to Soviet policy, the schools' main goals were to train students at all levels in practical and socially useful skills and to increase agricultural production. (AM)

If educators and employers operate on the assumption that learning can occur in a variety of settings for different purposes, higher education-business collaboration can extend the resources of both and create new opportunities for learners. Specific FIPSE projects are noted. (MLW)

Data from two surveys of college graduates is utilized to address the issue of the value of postsecondary education in the labor market. Considering income, relation of job to college major, and job satisfaction, it is concluded that underemployment and job dissatisfaction are less pervasive than was previously believed. (Author/MLW)

The vocational education system needs to be reviewed because of changes in the average age of workers, the economy, and the needs of business and industry. Persistent issues such as dual and conflicting roles, business and industry liaisons, program overlap, and the roles of secondary versus postsecondary programs must be addressed. (CJ)

A computerized system is discussed that was developed and implemented through the University of Nevada's Office of Student Affairs to provide nonconfidential admissions information (demographic, economic, and scholastic data) to appropriate decision-making bodies in the community. These bodies included health planning agencies and the state…

Factors contributing to the low average earnings of workers in the southern states include interregional differences in urbanization, and differences in the racial composition, training, and union status of the work force. (CT)

Work in America Institute, a nonprofit organization, contends that many changes are necessary to extend the working life of older workers. Forty-five recommendations are made for employers and government to ready the American workplace for an aging workforce. (Author/MLF)

The exclusion of faculty members as managerial employees may seriously disadvantage all professional employees, the very group the National Labor Relations Act was amended to protect. (Journal availability: Dennis & Company, 251 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14203.) (MSE)

Differences in the value of unemployment insurance benefits alter the extent of job search activities by current recipients, according to this study, but differences in expected value of future unemployment benefits do not appear to affect the search process of those not currently eligible for payments. (MF)

Questionnaires were mailed to persons who received a baccalaureate degree in home economics education from an Alabama college or university from 1973-77. Data on employment status from the 264 respondents was studied in correlation with information on home economics teacher supply and demand. The tight job market is discussed. (SJL)

Five highly respected, practicing art therapists responded to a series of questions related to employment, training program development, and legislative issues. Excerpts from their comments have been arranged as if an actual interchange occurred. This article is part of a theme issue on art therapy. (Author/SJL)

The world of work constantly changes, and significant breakthroughs in productivity will most likely come from organizations that encourage and reward diversity through policies and programs that demonstrate a positive attitude toward change. (JOW)