Explores the question of how guidance and job-finding services can be improved. Notes that guidance has the underlying goals of efficient use of human resources and the insurance of equity in access to opportunities. Examines methods, accessibility of services, new technologies, and community support relative to guidance activities. (KO)

Discusses the inherent conflict in the efforts of guidance practitioners to attend to the need of society for order while fostering equity in access to vocational and educational opportunities. Considers different levels of linkages between guidance services and describes some efforts at developing them. Illustrates principles for linking by…

Considers some of the ways guidance in career decision-making can meet the needs of students. Explores the use of a computerized system as a tool in guidance activities. Emphasizes the importance of information and understanding for students. Makes suggestions for improving guidance in countries which have minimal data resources. (KO)