| Working in the 21st Century: Policies for Economic Growth Through Training, Opportunity and Education Contributor(s): Levine, David I. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0765603047 ISBN-13: 9780765603043 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $56.04 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 1998 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Labor & Industrial Relations - Political Science | Public Policy - Social Policy |
| Dewey: 339.509 |
| LCCN: 98013865 |
| Lexile Measure: 1360 |
| Series: Issues in Work and Human Resources (Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 0.79" H x 5.97" W x 8.95" (0.93 lbs) 264 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: More and better jobs is the underlying theme of this insightful new book. David Levine analyzes the current labor market in the U.S. and concludes that social policy must change to cope with the realities of the new economy. Although market forces are now moving U.S. enterprise toward high-skill and flexible workplaces, there is a shortage of workers with adequate skills in problem solving and teamwork. To combat this problem, the author presents an ambitious agenda of lifelong learning that will enable American workers to take advantage of the opportunities afforded by the new economic realities. Levine's analysis recommends specific government policies to encourage early childhood education, to improve schools, to help parents finance college, and to help students make the transition from school to work. He also discusses policies that will improve the regulation of workplaces. The book concludes with policy recommendations for individuals changing jobs, as well as for the unemployed, the disabled, and the poor. |
