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Local governments and communities should provide these opportunities through libraries, universities and community centers. The skills gap applies to all.
Conclusion
Although people are defined by their different skill sets and this diversity enhances the richness of life in America, it is also clear that some skills are more important than others. If young people aspire to be successful adults, they must gain the skills they need to succeed in higher education, and those higher education skills must then translate into useful skills for the workforce. Focusing on process and information application, rather than restricting curricula to the collection of facts and information, is a critical step for successful learning. Integrating business leaders in the effort of re-defining critical skills, and creating integrated educational planning will benefit the individual, the school, the business, and the community as...
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American Society for Training and Development 2006. 'Bridging the Skills Gap: How the Skills Shortage Threatens Growth and Competitiveness and What to do About It' Alexandria, VA.
Daggett, Willard R. 'Jobs and the Skills Gap. International Center for Leadership in Education' Rexford, N.Y. Available at: www.state.me.us/education/diploma/jobsandskills.pdf
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National Education Association 'Statement of Principles: 21st Century Skills and the Reauthorization of NCLB/ESEA'. Available at: http://www.nea.org/home/17154.htm
Public Policy Institute of California. 'California's Education Skills Gap: Modest Improvements Could Yield Big Gains' April 16, 2009. Press Release. Available at: http://www.ppic.org/main/pressrelease.asp?p=938
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