Author: John Stevenson
Publisher: Allen & Unwin Academic
Keywords: vocational, education, issues, expertise, developing, principles
Number of Pages: 288
Published: 2003-09-28
List price: $49.95
ISBN-10: 1865089192
ISBN-13: 9781865089195

Offering a thorough and up-to-date theoretical introduction to vocational education, this text comprises contributions from professors at the internationally renowned Center for Learning and Work Research at Griffith University in Australia. Examined are the core areas of literacy, numeracy, information literacy, problem-solving, and creativity, as well as newer areas of instruction such as flexible learning and guided learning. Within each area of expertise, recent theoretical and research developments are outlined, and the implications for curriculum development, teaching, and learning are e

Author: Frederick T.L. Leong
Publisher: Routledge
Keywords: vocational, contemporary, topics, psychology, minorities, series, ethnic, development, behavior, racial, career
Number of Pages: 320
Published: 1996-10-01
List price: $44.95
ISBN-10: 0805826920
ISBN-13: 9780805826920

This volume presents the single most comprehensive source of knowledge on the career development of racial and ethnic minorities. In so doing, it serves as a resource to graduate students learning about career development and career counseling, counselors and psychologists providing career counseling to racial and ethnic minorities, and psychologists and counselors doing research on the career development of these diverse groups. In recognition of the value of both culture-specific and culture-general information about the vocational psychology of racial and ethnic minorities in the United S

Authors:Greville Rumble, Joao B Oliveira,
Publisher: Kogan Page
Keywords: vocational, education, new, developments, international, distance, perspectives
Number of Pages: 174
Published: 1992-12-01
List price: $135.00
ISBN-10: 0749405503
ISBN-13: 9780749405502

Drawing on case studies, this volume highlights the common problems encountered by educators who must provide vocational training at a distance from their pupils. The contributors discuss the impact of modern technology on education and consider the future role of distance education methods.

Authors:W. Bruce Walsh, Mark L. Savicka,
Publisher: Routledge
Keywords: vocational, psychology, topics, series, contemporary, research, theory, handbook, practice
Number of Pages: 480
Published: 2005-04-01
List price: $145.00
ISBN-10: 0805845178
ISBN-13: 9780805845174

Keeping up with new developments in vocational psychology is important to both psychological practitioners and researchers. The Handbook of Vocational Psychology, Third Edition is devoted to presenting and evaluating important advances in the field of vocational psychology. More specifically, the aim of the handbook is to identify, report, and evaluate significant developments in vocational psychology and thus to provide both professional workers and students with an informed understanding of the progress taking place in this discipline. Key features include: *a comprehensive review of contemp

Authors:W. Bruce Walsh, Samuel H. Osipow,
Publisher: Routledge
Keywords: vocational, psychology, topics, series, contemporary, research, theory, handbook, practice
Number of Pages: 496
Published: 1995-09-01
List price: $99.95
ISBN-10: 0805813748
ISBN-13: 9780805813746

Author: Rosa Mundi
Publisher: Quercus Publishing Plc
Keywords: girl, vocational
Number of Pages: 320
Published: 2007-04-05
List price: $11.04
ISBN-10: 1847240631
ISBN-13: 9781847240637

’I am not cut out for regular employment. I’m useless with computers and offices make me claustrophobic. I could set out to marry a rich man but that might have to limit my sex life, and I’m not ready for that quite yet. I am what Max the concierge describes as a vocational, rather than a working, girl. I like sex; I’m good at it, and sometimes I feel it’s what I’m best at; what I feel I’m for.’ Our Vocational Girl isn’t a tart. She just loves sex, and isn’t averse to a gift or two if it comes her way. All the cheerful and enthusiasti

Author: Paul W. Power
Publisher: Pro-Ed
Keywords: assessment, vocational, guide
Number of Pages: 375
Published: 2006-08-30
List price: $93.75
ISBN-10: 1416401385
ISBN-13: 9781416401384

This time-tested book provides an overview of vocational assessment for adults who have disabilities. It covers many tests and various populations encountered by the vocational evaluation professional. In addition to offering basic information for those who will assist clients in the rehabilitation process, this text provides up-to-date information to those who have been working with clients for many years. Undergraduate and graduate students in rehabilitation counseling as well as rehabilitation practitioners and occupational therapists are provided with a comprehensive understanding of vocat