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Bezdek, Roger H.; And Others – Issues in Science and Technology, 1987
Discusses the effects of technological advancement on the labor force. States that although technological innovation usually affects blue collar workers more than scientists and engineers, there is some evidence to show that the rapid growth in technological careers is not proportional in all industries. (TW)
Descriptors: Dislocated Workers, Employment Patterns, Employment Problems, Engineers

Mowery, David C. – Issues in Science and Technology, 1987
Discusses some of the problems in employment shifts and unemployment caused by new technologies in offices and factories. Addresses the Job Training Partnership Act (Title III) which was established as the primary assistance vehicle for displaced workers. Calls for workers to receive sufficient time to adjust to technologies. (TW)
Descriptors: Dislocated Workers, Employment Patterns, Employment Problems, Federal Legislation