Despite the growing demand and availability of non-degree workforce training, outcomes for these programs are mixed. For some, non-degree programs are a faster, more affordable pathway to a good job, and, more importantly, a career that offers economic security--they represent the future of education. But for others, non-degree programs are a…

Despite the growing demand and availability of non-degree workforce training, outcomes for these programs are mixed. For some, non-degree programs are a faster, more affordable pathway to a good job, and, more importantly, a career that offers economic security--they represent the future of education. But for others, non-degree programs are a…

Despite the growing demand and availability of non-degree workforce training, outcomes for these programs are mixed. For some, non-degree programs are a faster, more affordable pathway to a good job, and, more importantly, a career that offers economic security--they represent the future of education. But for others, non-degree programs are a…

Presented is a planning guide for developing vocational education programs for gifted and talented students at the secondary and post-secondary levels. Outlined are the criteria and some suggestions for developing the state's position statement and goal statement. The remainder of the document consists of a matrix for the written plan which is…

This report describes the procedures necessary to develop a vocational education program to prepare the physically handicapped and culturally disadvantaged for entry level jobs and responsible citizenship. The 2-part model program includes a regular vocational program with supportive services for handicapped and disadvantaged students, and a…

BOTH THE TEACHER-COORDINATOR RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OPERATION OF A COOPERATIVE PROGRAM AND SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS INTERESTED IN INITIATING A PART-TIME COOPERATIVE PROGRAM CAN USE THIS GUIDE. IT GIVES A HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF COOPERATIVE EDUCATION AND THE NEW CONCEPTS PROPOSED IN THE VOCATIONAL EDUCATION ACT OF 1963 AND THE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ACT.…

THE PURPOSE OF THIS DOCUMENT IS TO ASSIST EDUCATORS IN PLANNING AND DEVELOPING PILOT PROGRAMS FOR TRAINING WORKERS IN THE AGRICULTURAL OCCUPATIONS. IT INCLUDES (1) THE PHILOSOPHY AND CRITERIA FOR DEVELOPING PILOT PROGRAMS IN AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION, (2) A DESCRIPTION OF SUCH A PROGRAM AT REIDLAND HIGH SCHOOL, (3) A DISCUSSION OF LEGISLATION…

FINDINGS OF A 2-YEAR STUDY ON THE SELECTION, TRAINING, AND EMPLOYMENT OF BLIND PERSONS IN THE COMPUTER RELATED PROFESSIONS ARE REPORTED FOR USE AS A GUIDE FOR THE TEACHER OF COMPUTER PROFESSIONALS, THE EMPLOYER WHO SEEKS TO MAKE USE OF EMPLOYEES' SKILLS, THE REHABILITATION WORKER WHO WILL GUIDE THE BLIND PERSON, AND THE BLIND PERSON WHO CHOOSES…

The bulletin is intended to assist local educational agency administrators in developing and/or strengthening and expanding occupational services for disadvantaged and handicapped persons as required by Federal and State legislation and outlined in the Illinois State plan. The publication opens with a discussion of the criteria for the…

This guide explains the basic concepts in cooperative education and describes the essential characteristics of effective program development and operation. The guide is the final report of a three-phase institute which developed, implemented, and evaluated plans for new directions in cooperative education. As a result of this investigation, the…

This handbook for vocational educators was developed as a tool to help them in their public relations efforts. Following a brief introduction, the content is presented in twelve sections. The first discusses the roles of various professionals and groups in vocational education. Section 2 covers planning a total public relations program and…

Orientation of vocational teachers to the fundamental concepts of planning and conducting cooperative occupational experience programs in off-farm agriculture is the major objective of this guide. The guide suggests that teachers attend special classes or workshops and consult additional references when planning an occupational experience program.…

This guide contains information for use in organizing a local chapter of the American Industrial Arts Student Association (AIASA). Presented first are a series of standards pertaining to AIASA philosophy, instructional program and staff, administration and supervision, support systems, instructional strategies, and public relations. Following a…

To assist vocational agriculture teacher-coordinators in development and improvement of directed work experience programs, a project was initiated to (1) develop tentative procedures, (2) pre-test the procedures, (3) evaluate procedures and outcomes, and (4) revise the procedures for dissemination. Representing the final stage of this project,…

Designed to help vocational educators, including both teachers and administrators, in secondary and postsecondary institutions to plan, finance, and conduct instructional programs for young farmers and young agribusiness personnel, this manual focuses upon the need and importance of such adult vocational education and provides specific suggestions…