Future-Oriented Learning and Skills Development for Employability: Insights from Singapore and Some Asia-Pacific Contexts

It has long been acknowledged that initial occupational preparation is insufficient for remaining employable across working life, given the existing chal-lenges of increased global competition, changing occupational requirements and workplace-specific competencies. Hence, the need for worker adaptab…

This book examines evolving trends in pre-employment and continuing education, focusing on how formal learning affects learners’ skills, career motivation, and work readiness. It also addresses adult workers’ skills development, continuous training and workplace learning, highlighting key enablers, …