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Peer reviewedBurkhalter, Bettye B.; And Others – Journal of Career Education, 1983
Describes the Experimental Career Exploration Program whose goal was to introduce students with no experience with technology to careers in aerospace science and technology at the Alabama Space and Rocket Center. The project involved cooperation from education, industry, and government. (JOW)
Descriptors: Aerospace Technology, Career Education, Career Exploration, Government School Relationship
Peer reviewedBurkhalter, Bettye B.; Curtis, James P. – Journal of Experiential Education, 1985
Discusses the educational needs and rights of handicapped students in light of opportunities presented by new technologies. Describes a model high-tech summer camp program developed in California for talented handicapped students, now being replicated under the supervision of the President's Committee on Employment of the Handicapped. (JHZ)
Descriptors: Career Exploration, Career Guidance, Educational Innovation, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedBurkhalter, Bettye B. – CEFP Journal, 1983
To study the relationship of the physical environment to high school students' academic achievement, 60 students participated in an experiential career exploration program at the Alabama Space and Rocket Center while 108 students participated in a traditional careers program. Tests indicated the former group improved more in career choice…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Career Choice, Career Exploration, Comparative Analysis
