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Applebaum, Sheila Dermer – TESL Talk, 1984
Suggests the concept of English as a second (ESL) training in the workplace as a response to the immediate language needs of working adult immigrants. Several programs now underway on the job-site are described that were formed to meet the expressed language needs of those who do not have the time or energy to benefit from existing programs. (SL)
Descriptors: Adult Students, Communicative Competence (Languages), English (Second Language), Foreign Countries
Sauve, Virginia L. – TESL Talk, 1982
A study to evaluate six nationally funded programs to improve on-the-job communication and thus production efficiency in four Canadian urban industries is reported. Commitment, time, and teacher selection were felt to be crucial elements in the programs. Five significant issues emerged: program philosophy, marketing, needs assessment, evaluation,…
Descriptors: English for Special Purposes, Foreign Countries, Immigrants, Industrial Personnel
Monk, Virginia – TESL Talk, 1982
Recent, current, and projected programs in British Columbia to improve vocational English skills in the labor force are described. The programs include preemployment, training, and on-the-job components. Some are for specific industries or union groups. Common elements, successes, and problems are summarized. (MSE)
Descriptors: English for Special Purposes, Foreign Countries, Functional Literacy, Immigrants
