Education and Training Services
Education and Training Services

Author: Canada. Service Industries and Capital Projects

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13:

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In the emerging global knowledge-based economy, intellectual capital has displaced natural resources as a primary determinant of economic strength and competitiveness. Canada's education and training services industry can play an important role in helping Canadians acquire the knowledge and skills needed to find jobs in this new economy. This overview of the education and training services industry gives a general picture of the strengths, weaknesses and prospects of this industry sector so that providers and governments can develop practical approaches to strengthen the industry.

Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce
Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce

Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2017-06-04

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 0309440068

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Skilled technical occupationsâ€"defined as occupations that require a high level of knowledge in a technical domain but do not require a bachelor's degree for entryâ€"are a key component of the U.S. economy. In response to globalization and advances in science and technology, American firms are demanding workers with greater proficiency in literacy and numeracy, as well as strong interpersonal, technical, and problem-solving skills. However, employer surveys and industry and government reports have raised concerns that the nation may not have an adequate supply of skilled technical workers to achieve its competitiveness and economic growth objectives. In response to the broader need for policy information and advice, Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce examines the coverage, effectiveness, flexibility, and coordination of the policies and various programs that prepare Americans for skilled technical jobs. This report provides action-oriented recommendations for improving the American system of technical education, training, and certification.

Evaluating Corporate Training: Models and Issues
Evaluating Corporate Training: Models and Issues

Author: Stephen M. Brown

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 395

ISBN-13: 9401148503

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We are glad to have the opportunity to work together again in the planning and preparation of this edited volume on the evaluation of corporate training. Our respective professional careers have provided us with experience in this area, both as practitioners and as academicians. It is from both of these perspectives that we approached the preparation of this volume. Our purpose is to provide training professionals in business and industry, and students of human resources development with an overview of current models and issues in educational evaluation. The book is organized around three themes: context, models, and issues. The chapters in the context section are intended to provide the reader with an understanding of the social, organizational, and interpersonal factors that provide background and give meaning to evaluation practice. The models section brings together contributions from some of the most influential thinkers and practitioners in the field. The chapters in this section provide perspective on the dominant themes and emergent trends from individuals who have been, and continue to be, the drivers of those trends. Contributions to the issues section highlight some pervasive themes as well as illuminate new areas of concern and interest that will affect how we assess learning interventions in the organizations of today and tomorrow.

The Commercial Education and Training Services Industry:
The Commercial Education and Training Services Industry:

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 16

ISBN-13:

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The commercial education and training sector has been transformed as a result of technological advances and changes in demand. Training providers are facing increased pressure to operate internationally. This paper contains an analysis of the education and training sector and attempts to outline the issues for Canadian policymakers, public education institutions, and the private sector to consider in view of upcoming trade negotiations. It examines both the public and commercial education and training sectors as well as trade in these services. It then provides an analysis of current GATS (General Agreement on Trade in Services) commitments related to educational services. Finally, it attempts to define and address important policy issues for discussion in the development of Canada's negotiation position on education and training services.