The Threshold Scheme: Training School Dropouts for Data-Processing Jobs.

Penney, George

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Publication Date: 1982-Mar

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The Threshold Scheme: Training School Dropouts for Data-Processing Jobs.

Penney, George

Technological Horizons in Education, v9 n3 p55-57 Mar 1982

Details of threshold are provided which took school dropouts and provided instruction in computer-related jobs and placed the students in data-processing positions. Details and discussion of the program as provided indicate that the scheme was very successful and the program is viewed as applicable to other countries. (MP)

Descriptors: Computers, Data Processing, Dropouts, Job Placement, Learning Experience, Pilot Projects, Program Descriptions, Secondary Education, Vocational Education

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom

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