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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ866058
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009
Pages: 4
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ISSN: ISSN-1066-8926
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Wind Energy Technology: Training a Sustainable Workforce
Krull, Kimberly W.; Graham, Bruce; Underbakke, Richard
Community College Journal of Research and Practice, v33 n11 p968-971 2009
Through innovative teaching and technology, industry and educational institution partnerships, Cloud County Community College is preparing a qualified workforce for the emerging wind industry estimated to create 80,000 jobs by 2020. The curriculum blends on-campus, on-line and distance learning, land-lab, and field training opportunities for traditional and nontraditional students.
Descriptors: Nontraditional Students, Industry, Distance Education, Power Technology, Energy, Educational Opportunities, Energy Conservation, Conservation (Environment), Sustainable Development, Community Colleges, Blended Learning, Online Courses, Conventional Instruction, Field Experience Programs
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Two Year Colleges
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Kansas
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