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The role of national industry-based skill standards in the development, implementation, and assessment of community college curriculum

Using a descriptive survey design, a nationally representative sample of community college career and technical deans were asked to complete a questionnaire that assessed awareness and implementation of industry-based skill standards. For those institutions implementing industry-based skill standards, the questionnaire sought additional information on assessment and credentialing practices. Data were collected across 10 CTE program areas including agriculture; construction/trade; automotive, commercial mechanic, and commercial driver's license; family and consumer sciences; graphic arts; health occupations; hospitality and hotel management; manufacturing; industrial; and business, administrative, and information technology.

Using a descriptive survey design, a nationally representative sample of community college career and technical deans were ...  Show Full Abstract  

Authors: Aragon, Steven R.; Woo, Hui-Jeong; Marvel, Matthew R.
Date: 2005
Geographic subjects: North America; United States
Journal title: Journal of career and technical education
Resource type: Article
Subjects: Assessment; Industry; Skills and knowledge;
Research; Qualifications; Teaching and learning; Employment; Outcomes; Providers of education and training show more

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