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Examines the German apprenticeship system's emergence as a leading model to develop an effective school-to-work transition program for Americans. Description of the German dual system of work force preparation; Issues concerning vocational education; Implications for vocational education.

Focuses on the contributions of Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. DuBois in the development of occupational training. Examination of the debate and differences over the role of vocational education in the United States in the early 20th century; Background information on both men.

Presents information on the rationale behind the implementation of trade and industrial (T&I) education programs for teachers, with emphasis on the quality standards of such programs. How the benefits which teachers derive from these programs affect their students; Information on the certification and preparation of these teachers; Reference to the passage of the Smith-Hughes Act in 1917.

Presents information on programs designed to prepare trade and industrial (T&I) education teachers as educators in public secondary schools. Suggestions for those seeking to teach at this level; Indepth look at the qualifications needed by such teachers; Reference to reports conducted on this issue in the United States.

Focuses on a strategy to prepare young people to enter and succeed in the work force. Career pathway for and types of vocational industrial education teachers; Master, standard, associate and provisional teacher; Evaluating their preparation program and professional studies components.