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career & technical education books Workforce Preparation: An International Perspective Workforce educators from around the world detail how different countries are reforming their schools to strengthen work-related education. The book discusses linkages between schools and employers and details successful education and training methods. Essential reading for career educators. 280 pages, 7” x 10” paperback $21.95 $17.56 hardcover $31.95 $25.56 Workforce Education: Issues for the New Century This book details practices of the most successful programs at secondary and postsecondary levels. Prominent educators and policy makers provide overviews of the field—and specify changes needed to ensure its future success. The book also covers related legislation, teacher preparation and curriculum as well as current trends in career development, tech prep and school-to-work fields. 296 pages, 7" x 10" $21.95 $17.56 Winning Ways: Best Practices in Work-Based Learning Educators, public policy experts and industrial trainers detail the keys to success for workforce/career education, including internships, apprenticeships, tech prep, cooperative education and on- the-job training. Supporting curriculum at the secondary and postsecondary levels is also discussed. Background material examines the effects of recent changes in technology, the nature of work and the economy. 240 pages, 7" x 10" $18.95 $15.16 High School to Employment Transition Leading educators and public policy experts address important concerns in the transition to work of the majority of American students—those who will not graduate from a four-year college. Research on students’ experiences, employers’ needs and government policies are covered. Also analysis of successful programs and suggestions for improving students’ transitions. 284 pages, 7" x 10" $19.50 $15.60 Managing the Occupational Education Laboratory The book for lab and institutional management for occupational education. It covers selecting equipment and instructional materials, planning and remodeling facilities, material control, maintenance and records, safety, budgeting and inventory control. Also discussed are specialneeds and adult students. Sample forms and letters and a liability disclaimer included. 216 pages, 7" x 10" $19.95 $15.96 Wait! There's more! For information regarding our books and videos related to outdoor power equipment and small engines, please visit us on our web site—www.techdirections.com/sm_engine.html www.techdirections.com/products.html Tech Directions Books & Media http://www.techdirections.com/sm_engine.html http://www.techdirections.com/products.html

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Technically Speaking Contents Direct from Washington The News Report Technology’s Past Technology Today Mastering Computers Dome, Sweet Dome—Geodesic Structures Teach Math, Science, and Technology Principles Help Students Become Wise Energy Consumers How Does FERPA Affect You? Camera Operator and Videographer e-gallery Product Central Free for the Asking More than Fun

Tech Directions - September 2007

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