An overview of the methods and problems in evaluating employment and training programs is presented. Process and impact evaluation are compared in relation to the Job Training Partnership Act. (Author/LMO)

Discusses the three major areas of partnerships between the corporate and academic communities (business financial support of higher education, contract research agreements, education and training of the nation's labor pool). The author also examines the role of government, academic freedom, and the value of liberal arts. Brief descriptions of…

A case study of the Lowell, Massachusetts, labor market illustrates the need to monitor changes in the occupational mix of an economy, the shift of training, and short- and long-term economic conditions in order to determine labor market needs and their implications for education and training. (SK)

The authors outline the development of a youth policy as it exists in South Australia. They examine the background of the policy's formation, the draft of a discussion paper and the resulting dialogue, and priority areas considered in the youth policy document. (CT)

This statement by the Policies Commission for Business and Economic Education concerns the goals of business education, contributions of business education to general education and to the comprehensive high school, and support of business education for business. (CT)

The author states that the real purpose for a training department's existence should be to help determine if training might be the best solution to a problem or a key contribution to an opportunity. How to cut training costs is explored. (CT)

The National Business Education Association Business/Industry Task Force conducted a survey of companies throughout the United States that hire large numbers of management-support employees in order to obtain information about current and future plans for office automation, particularly word processing. Survey results are reported as well as…

The rising need for employees in the food service industry, coupled with the youth employment problem, has caused many educational institutions to create programs for students in the hospitality field. Programs include on-the-job training and training in high schools, community colleges, universities, and chef schools. Resources are listed. (DCS)

Describes four projects designed to explore and to meet the needs of unemployed people in Great Britain whose first language is not English. In addition to classes in English as a second language, other areas covered in the projects included: job skill training, English for driving, vocational counseling, and raising community awareness. (SED)

Discusses seven strategies that program developers and trainers can use to produce more rapid acquisition, retention, and transfer of work skills, including: discover basic skills and concepts; analyze, define, and field test; produce and verify mastery; teach basic skills and general principles; teach trainees both correct and incorrect examples;…

Describes two types of information education currently offered in China: formal education by universities and colleges with established specialization in scientific and technical information; and professional continuing education. Universities providing information science programs, required and elective courses for scientific and technical…

Explores how sponsored experiential learning programs work--from the perspectives of both the facilitators and the consumers of the learning. Discusses on-campus programs, off-campus centers, the intern position, administering adult internship programs--the sponsor's perspective and the company perspective, and internships with current employers.…

Describes instructional development process applied to the design, production, implementation, and evaluation of a computer simulation designed to provide troubleshooting practice for individuals who maintain and install large digital telephone switches. The major organizational benefits resulting from use of the simulation are discussed. (MBR)

Using a logit model of occupational attainment, researchers found that economically disadvantaged women who received nontraditional training were much less likely to be employed in male-dominated occupations and received lower hourly wages. Direct labor market discrimination seems to be responsible for the inhibited occupational attainment of…

The United States needs a comprehensive national employment program. Steps for developing a program are discussed, and education's role is examined. There should be business and labor involvement in curriculum selection and school program supervision. The schools should be made responsible for helping young people find employment. (RM)