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Autor/inn/en | Maldonado, Laura G.; Jaeger, Audrey J. |
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Titel | Exploring Participation in SkillsUSA among Postsecondary Students |
Quelle | In: Career and Technical Education Research, 45 (2020) 3, S.21-44 (24 Seiten)
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Sprache | englisch |
Dokumenttyp | gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz |
ISSN | 1554-754X |
Schlagwörter | Student Participation; Vocational Education; Two Year College Students; Community Colleges; Career Readiness; Student Organizations; Career Choice; Self Esteem |
Abstract | Industries across the United States are facing a shortage of skilled technical workers. This qualitative case study investigated how participation in SkillsUSA, a career and technical student organization, "influenced community college students' preparedness for the workforce" and their connection to campus. Data were gathered from interest questionnaires, interviews, resumes, and observations. Using the psychology of working theory to frame the study, findings revealed "participation in SkillsUSA influenced students' work choices, initiative, and confidence" in overcoming obstacles. Participants also reported benefitting from a supportive campus community. The study provided an extension of the psychology of working theory to community college populations and has implications for practitioners and policymakers. (As Provided). |
Anmerkungen | Association for Career and Technical Education Research. Web site: http://acteronline.org/publications/ |
Erfasst von | ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC |
Update | 2024/1/01 |