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Professional Choice: The Influence of the Cultural Resources of the Families of Russian Specialists
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Popova, I. P. – Russian Education and Society, 2014
An analysis of interviews with representatives of different generations shows the continuing importance of a family's social and cultural status in influencing educational aspirations and the choice of a profession.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Career Choice, Age Differences, Family Influence
On the Problem of Structural Changes in Intellectual and Professional Potential [of the Russian Population]
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Popova, I. P.; Temnitskii, A. L. – Russian Education and Society, 2012
It seems evident that the prospects of the country's development lie in a balanced model of the sectors and branches of Russia's economy, first and foremost with the creation of high-technology sectors and with higher significance attached to intellectual work and services. In terms of sociology, this task is linked closely to changes in the…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Professional Personnel, Knowledge Economy, Occupational Mobility
The Influence of Supplementary Professional Education on the Position of Workers of Various Social and Professional Groups
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Popova, I. P. – Russian Education and Society, 2011
Russia's new economy and changes in the technological and employment spheres require the continual retraining of Russian workers and professionals. Research shows that there are benefits of this for individuals and for the society. (Contains 4 tables and 5 notes.) [This article was translated by Kim Braithwaite.]
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Education Work Relationship, Professional Continuing Education, Retraining