The current literature review explores the factors that contribute to academic persistence for adult learners. The aim of the study is to identify current research-based strategies aimed at supporting learner persistence, particularly for low-skilled adults. Elements of three theoretical frameworks, namely, expectancy-value theory (EVT), goal…

The federal government and private foundations for education have established postsecondary credential completion as a national imperative. Washington State's Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training (I-BEST) model was developed to increase the rate at which basic skills students advance to and succeed in college-level occupational programs,…

Describes the Career Alternatives for Handicapped Children Project of the Special School District of St. Louis County, MO. Points out the importance of career education at the elementary level and shows how career education can be infused into the basic skills program for handicapped students. (JOW)

Describes a program in the Dade County (Florida) Public School System which developed career-related courses of study in academic subjects, namely mathematics and language arts. (Editor)

Includes "Skill Upgrading in Public and Private Organizations"; "Developing the Wealth of the Nation" (O'Toole, Simmons); "Dumbing down America" (Shanker); "Career Preparation"; "What Work Requires of Schools: The SCANS Report"; "Industry-Education Collaboration in Canada" (Clark); and…

Discusses three ways in which educators can improve the transition from school to work: (1) teach specific skills (reading, writing, mathematics, and speaking with others); (2) instill in students proper attitudes about work; and (3) provide more information about jobs as well as actual work experience to students. (CT)

Outlines the goals of a secondary social studies course for six categories: basic skills; citizenship; leisure time and stimulation; work, careers, or employment; knowledge and creativity; and understanding self and working with others. (RM)

A survey of school administrators, students, teachers, and employers reveals that the key to preparing students for vocations in a period of rapid technological change is to make them proficient in the skills on which future learning is based--especially the ability to read. (FL)

The articles collected in this issue of "The English Record" examine various aspects of the use of interdisciplinary approaches in English instruction. Titles are "Zen, the Arts, and Motorcycle Maintenance" by Janet Gane and Tom Reigstad, which describes the formation of a course in creative inquiry; "Career Education and the English Curriculum"…

Schools, to help students make the transition from education to work, should teach the basic skills of reading, writing, speaking, listening, reasoning, and computing. Schools also must provide economics education, career education, and opportunities for occupational skill training. (CJ)

This article summarizes a framework for identifying skills relevant to self-determination for individuals with disabilities and describes the use of the Life Centered Career Education secondary curriculum to promote self-determination. This curriculum consists of almost 350 lesson plans organized into domains, competencies and subcompetencies, and…

Lists the expectations that employers have for entry-level workers, as well as the skills needed to be promotable in the next century. Compares employers' expectations with a profile of student skills. Gives implications for school counselors. (CH)

The author briefly discusses ten of the important events in education during the last decade. (IRT)

This paper reviews literature on employment skills needed by persons with visual impairments, noting skills employers look for among employees generally (such as employee attitudes, communication, and basic knowledge) and skills needed by employees with visual disabilities (such as orientation and mobility skills). Implications for career…

Contends that the knowledge, skills, and attitudes advocated by social studies educators are recognized and supported now by business interests. Describes how cooperative learning techniques are adapted and used to restructure business. Concludes that business students prepared for lifelong learning, basic skill competence, communication, group…