Investing in Human Capital.

Carnevale, Anthony P.

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ERIC Number: EJ624712

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 2001

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Investing in Human Capital.

Carnevale, Anthony P.

School Administrator, v58 n3 p32-35 Mar 2001

Technology will not save us from scarce resource problems by creating "virtual schools." Technology is an expensive investment, adding value more than reducing costs. Social capital is the collateral necessary for human capital development. Our education system must consider its academic and cultural roles, not just provide foot soldiers for the American economy. (MLH)

Descriptors: Academic Standards, College Preparation, Cultural Differences, Economic Factors, Education Work Relationship, Elementary Secondary Education, Human Capital, Labor Force Development, Minority Groups, Role of Education, Social Capital

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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