Modularisation of vocational training courses is a major issue across many European countries. Germany has been slow to implement modularisation in its VET system: the prevailing view of modular concepts in the country is one of great scepticism, but there is very little empirical data to inform the debate. This exploratory study focuses on the…

This publication provides a summary of a program of research undertaken for the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) by the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research between 2011 and 2014. Comprising six projects, the body of work focuses on the impact of education and training on social inclusion and on the…

The 4-H Goat Extravaganza maximizes limited resources to help youth and adults develop knowledge and skills in goat care and management. It capitalizes on the talents and interests of volunteers to efficiently combine a goat-themed art show, team presentation contest, quiz bowl, skillathon, and adult workshop into 1 day. This article outlines the…

Each night, around 20,000 people--both adults and children--make the streets of Dhaka (the capital city of Bangladesh) their home. Living amongst the noise, rubbish, and traffic, thousands of families walk down the streets of Dhaka, looking for a safe place to rest for just a few hours each night. Trapped in a vicious cycle of poverty, the…

Describes the aim and content of adult education in the German democratic Republic, how it fits into the formal educational system, and how it promotes equity for women. (AV)

A program for disoriented youth is realistic job-oriented training with occupational work experience. (GR)

Discussed the concept of career education and the educational features of vocational-technical schools. (RK)

CURRICULUM PATTERN OPTIONS FOR VOCATIONAL AGRICULTURE ARE PRESENTED IN THIS GUIDE. MAJOR PROGRAM OBJECTIVES ARE TO DEVELOP--(1) AGRICULTURAL COMPETENCY FOR PRODUCTION AGRICULTURE, (2) AGRICULTURAL COMPETENCY FOR OFF-FARM OCCUPATIONS, (3) AN UNDERSTANDING OF CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND REQUIRED TRAINING, (4) THE ABILITY TO ENTER AND ADVANCE IN AN…

The plan to be used by the Los Angeles Community College District during the 1973-1974 school year, as well as the next five years, as a basis for the planning and implementation of new career training programs and services and for the review of existing programs is provided. The four parts of this report on the plan are as follows: Part I.…

A program of career exploration for disadvantaged youth is part of a federally-funded project called Operation Bridge.'' (Author)

This entire issue is devoted to the topic of how the worker-peasant is educated in China. An historical overview is provided, the concept, policies, and objectives of worker-peasant education are examined, and programs are described. The important role played by the mass media in adult education is also examined. (RM)

In Bulgaria, the integration of education and work is seen as a means to enhance the social and moral qualities of the individual. Problems and trends are discussed. (AM)

Professionals who work in the area of vocational education for students with special needs were surveyed to determine how they identify exemplary programs. Those students include those who are handicapped, disabled, dropouts, of limited English proficiency, immigrants, displaced homemakers, dislocated workers, disadvantaged, single or teen…