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Raths, James – Phi Delta Kappan, 1994
Michael Kirst's article "Strengths and Weaknesses of American Education" in the April 1993 "Kappan" applauds U.S. efforts to become globally competitive. However, assembling cars in Mexico or exporting jobs to Korea blurs the distinction between national/corporate "teams." The issue is not talent but cheap talent.…
Descriptors: Comparative Education, Competition, Education Work Relationship, Industry
Boesel, David – Phi Delta Kappan, 1998
Human capital investment, in the form of education and training, is the key to improving labor market outcomes for high school leavers. GED certification provides an opportunity for education and training, but is no substitute for it. The GED credential is only a starting point. GED holders are not equivalent to high school graduates. (MLH)
Descriptors: Armed Forces, Certification, Dropouts, Education Work Relationship
