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EdSource, 2008
Some students--and parents--think math and science are not too important for their future. As everyday life becomes more dependent on technology, most people will need a better background in math and science to succeed in today's global economy. To get high-paying jobs in some of California's fastest-growing occupations, a strong background in…
Descriptors: Education Work Relationship, Information Technology, Job Skills, Career Development
ACT, Inc., 2006
For almost 50 years, ACT has played a pivotal role in promoting student access into and success in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. Through academic and career assessments, career development tools, and extensive research, they have helped inform students, parents, teachers, career counselors, employers, and…
Descriptors: Educational Planning, College Bound Students, College Preparation, Access to Education
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Special Educational Services Branch. – 1988
This annotated bibliography of publications and documents on special education services lists items available from government sources in Edmonton, Alberta (Canada). Section I lists five publications on the topics of policy, procedures, legislation, student rights, and program standards. Section II lists 40 resources focusing primarily on…
Descriptors: Career Development, Curriculum Development, Disabilities, Early Childhood Education
White, Warren J. – 1990
This document lists the competencies and skills necessary for the successful transition of special education students into the work force and the community. When fully implemented by a school, these competencies and skills assist the school and the Kansas Department of Rehabilitation Services in meeting the requirements of the state law on…
Descriptors: Career Development, Career Education, Check Lists, Competence
Mannix, Darlene – 1995
This resource for life skills activities for adolescents with special needs covers aspects of interpersonal relationships, communication skills, academic and school skills, practical living skills, vocational skills, problem-solving skills, and lifestyle choices. Included are 190 illustrated activity sheets with related exercises, discussion…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adolescent Development, Career Development, Communication Skills
Andrews, Suzanne; Gahris, Cynthia; Reeder, Marcia; Tizzano, Anthony – 2000
This document, which is intended for parents of Ohio students in grade 8, explains the purpose and content of the Individual Career Plan (ICP) and provides activities through which parents can help their children begin to think about career choice. The document begins with an overview of the ICP, which is a scrapbook-like document that Ohio…
Descriptors: Academic Education, Adult Education, Career Choice, Career Counseling