Why we cannot afford to lose CTE in schools
Keywords
CTE, career and technical education, vocational education, technology education
Abstract
Career and Technical Education (CTE) is a vital part of our nation’s education system. Despite a myriad of positive outcomes related to CTE, such as creativity, problem solving, manual dexterity, and spatial perception, CTE participation, funding, and emphasis have declined in recent years. This paper discusses the history of CTE as well as the current status of CTE in education. Positive outcomes linked with CTE are highlighted and arguments are presented for an actual presence of CTE in education. Challenges facing CTE are addressed and recommendations are provided.
Original Publication Citation
Bartholomew, S. (2014). Why we can’t afford to lose CTE in Schools. International Journal of Vocational and Technical Education, 6(2), pp. 7‐12.
BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Bartholomew, Scott, "Why we cannot afford to lose CTE in schools" (2014). Faculty Publications. 5584.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/facpub/5584
Document Type
Peer-Reviewed Article
Publication Date
2014-9
Permanent URL
http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/8316
Publisher
International Journal of Vocational and Technical Education
Language
English
College
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology
Department
Technology
Copyright Status
Copyright © 2014
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