Article 2000

Developing core skills – lessons from Germany and Sweden

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Gibbons-Wood, David
 LT
Lange, Thomas
Education + Training
Journal · Vol. 42 · Issue 1 · pp. 24-32
Abstract

Examines the experiences of Germany and Sweden in their attempts to develop core skills and key competencies among trainees and young employees. Particular attention is devoted to vocational training as a promising school-to-work transition process, which stimulates and supports the development of core skills. Some case study material (Germany) and relevant policy responses (Sweden) have also been used to go beyond mere theoretical considerations and to provide some practical help and guidance when it comes to defining, implementing, assessing and administering the concepts of core skills and key competencies. In particular, the paper highlights the importance of employer enthusiasm in the development and delivery of core skills. © 2000, MCB UP Limited

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Vocational training Skills Germany core competencies Sweden

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Public Policy and Academic Director at the Centre for International Labour Market Studies (CILMS), Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
Centre for International Labour Market Studies (CILMS), Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
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