Strands of Opportunity, Webs of Hope: Weaving a Seamless Education System for Workplace Needs. 1991 Annual Report.

Overview & Synopsis

This annual report describes the following activities of the Maryland State Council on Vocational-Technical Education: (1) mandated responsibilities; (2) integration of academic and vocational education; (3) workplace requirements; (4) serving special populations; (5) technology education; (6) image/public relations/communications; (7) career and technology teacher preparation; (8) resources for vocational-technical education; and (9) advocacy for career and technology education and liaison with related organizations. Several major recommendations are reported: (1) improve the image of vocational-technical education; (2) ensure that public higher education responds to state needs, particularly for career and technology teacher preparation; (3) strengthen technology in higher education; (4) strengthen faculty professional development for technology education; (5) improve resources for vocational-technical education; and (6) improve services by improving interagency communications. A matrix of concerns and recommendations is included, as well as 10 references. (NLA)