Transition Discontinuities and the Biographical Shaping of Early Work Careers.

Heinz, Walter R.

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ERIC Number: EJ642522

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Publication Date: 2002

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Transition Discontinuities and the Biographical Shaping of Early Work Careers.

Heinz, Walter R.

Journal of Vocational Behavior, v60 n2 p220-40 Apr 2002

Analysis of cohorts of German young adults indicated that the dual vocational training system that supports socialization and transition is eroding. and self-socialization and personal agency are increasingly important. However, for some occupations the dual system still provides skills and attitudes to cope with self-imposed and forced career discontinuities. (Contains 35 references.) (SK)

Descriptors: Career Change, Education Work Relationship, Foreign Countries, Individual Power, Job Training, Socialization, Unemployment, Young Adults

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Germany

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