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1. Lifelong Learning and Employability: Is the European Model of Vocational Training in Crisis?

Author

European Trade Union Inst., Brussels (Belgium). and Heidemann, Winfri

Abstract

This paper explores the traditional European model of vocational training in light of a new focus on employability and lifelong learning that is becoming more common in Europe. It includes the following four sections: (1) an overview of some examples of vocational training systems in Europe and the proposal that they share enough to be considered a European model that includes a consensus that all young people should be given a basic vocational qualification, the involvement of all companies in vocational training, and social dialogue and a tripartite (trade unions, employer associations, government) approach to regulation of the system; (2) a description of some European trends in industries and companies that are of importance for vocational training; (3) discussion about the question of lifelong access to vocational training provisions; and (4) suggestions about the need for change in the European model of vocational training. (KC)

Published
2000

2. Training for Europe--Should Britain Follow the German Model?

Author

Lange, Thomas

Abstract

Although the German dual system is frequently touted as a model, it has disadvantages. Much of the cost fall on trainees, it takes a long time to achieve adult status and pay, and young workers are given few responsibilities. It is not recommended for adaptation in Britain. (SK)

Published
1994

3. Are Museum 'Educators' Necessary?

Author

Hudson, Kenneth

Abstract

Contends that there has been a movement in Europe away from the concept of didactic or teaching museums to include emotional and intellectual appeals to patrons. Concludes that long-term research is necessary to determine whether people who visit museums as students continue to do so as adults. (CFR)

Published
1993

4. Environmental Policy-Making and Their Impacts in the Case of Acid Rain Abatement.

Author

Boehmer-Christiansen, Sonja

Abstract

Great Britain and Germany accepted European Community acid rain reduction directives. Discusses the differences in the amount of reduction required from each country, the strategies adopted to attain those reductions, and the levels of emission reductions already achieved.(52 references) (MDH)

Published
1992

5. Technical and Vocational Training.

Author

European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training, Berlin (Germany).

Abstract

This issue focuses on the various forms that secondary technical and vocational education takes in different European Community Member States. "The Future for Skilled Workers" is an interview with Burkart Lutz, a German researcher. Other articles are as follows: "Contradictions in Technical and Vocational Education: The Outlook" (Paolo Garonna); "Current Challenges to Basic Vocational Education" (Carl Jorgensen); "Education, Training, and Employment in Germany, Japan, and the USA--A Comparative Outline of Problems" (Joachim Munch); "Initial Vocational Training in France: Competition, Hierarchy, and History" (Jean-Louis Kirsch); "Secondary Training in Portugal" (Luis Imaginario); "Initial Vocational Education in the Netherlands: Current Developments" (J. Frietman); "Initial Technical and Vocational Education and Skill Formation in Britain" (David Ashton); "Brief Analysis of the Types of Vocational Training Available in Portugal" (E. Marcal Grilo); "The Reform of Vocational Training in Denmark" (Soren Pedersen); "A School in Touch with Its Environment" (Lluis Sacrest i Villegas); "Management Training for Head Teachers Based on Business Models" (Renato Di Nubila); and "Recognition and Validation of Vocational Skills in France" (Bernard Lietard). These articles are followed by descriptions of reports, papers, projects, research, and legislation and useful addresses. (YLB)

Published
1993

6. Current Problems in Educational Science.

Author

World Association for Educational Research, Ghent (Belgium). and Van Herreweghe, M. L.

Abstract

At a colloquium held at Gent University in Belgium, educators from various countries presented papers on problems relating to educational research, educational policy, and teacher training. The first paper in this compilation to be presented at the colloquium concerns a clarification of the Unified Socialists Education Act which was the decisive factor for the development of mass education in Germany. The second paper describes the new organization in Finnish teacher education, consisting of Departments of Teacher Education that have been established at every Finnish university as part of the Faculty of Education. The third paper discusses the importance of social sensitivity as a factor in the teaching process. The final paper describes contemporary problems in education using Northern Ireland as an illustrative example. (JN)

Published
1980