The Role of Community Colleges in the Emerging Domestic and Global Economy.

Folsom, Byron

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ERIC Number: EJ588453

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Publication Date: 1999

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The Role of Community Colleges in the Emerging Domestic and Global Economy.

Folsom, Byron

Catalyst, v28 n2 p13-17 Sum 1999

Examines the role of community colleges in the middle class's increased wages, the implementation of the School to Work Act, the impact of corporate partnerships, and the influence of global competition upon economic factors. Closes with a view of the central role that community colleges will play in the economic future of the country. Contains 18 references. (VWC)

Descriptors: College Role, Community Colleges, Economic Impact, Education Work Relationship, Educational Development, Educational History, Futures (of Society), Labor Force Development, Long Range Planning, Middle Class, School Business Relationship, Two Year Colleges

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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