History and Growth of Vocational Education in America, The

Designed for use in teacher education programs of vocational and technical education at the graduate or undergraduate level, this text explores such topics as: the early beginnings of vocational education in America and the leaders influencing curriculum development, the impact of land grant institutions, the evolution of federal legislation that has shaped vocational education, the participation of women and special needs populations in the programs, and an overview of vocational student organizations and the preparation of vocational teachers. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.