The Community College: Historical Roots and Purposes.

Prokopec, D.

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ERIC Number: EJ212085

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Publication Date: 1979-May

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The Community College: Historical Roots and Purposes.

Prokopec, D.

Canadian Vocational Journal, v15 n1 p12-15 May 1979

Outlines the historical roots and purposes of the community college, from its development in the United States to the present system in Canada. Describes briefly each purpose of the community college: preparation for advanced study, occupational education, general education, guidance services, continuing education, and community services. (MF)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Community Colleges, Educational Counseling, Educational Development, Educational History, Educational Objectives, General Education, History, Lifelong Learning, Open Enrollment, School Community Relationship, Systems Development, Two Year Colleges, Vocational Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Historical Materials; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada; United States

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