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ERIC Document - ED339899 found in the ERIC Database

Document Type

Report

Keywords

Career Awareness; Cooperative Programs; Coordination; Entrepreneurship

Abstract

A survey determined the effectiveness of entrepreneurship education within Iowa school systems. Twenty-four teacher/participants in inservice secondary and postsecondary vocational education training who requested and received PACE (Program for Acquiring Competence in Entrepreneurship) materials were surveyed with a 92 percent response rate. Seventy-seven percent of the respondents indicated that units were available. Sixty-four percent had received training during the past 3 years. A total of 1;110 students received instruction each year. Seventy-three percent of the students had a realistic option of going into business. Twenty-one respondents said that activities are managed individually. Results indicated that practicing entrepreneurs are involved in teacher education programs. Understanding alternative methods of becoming an owner and assessing personal strengths; weaknesses; and resources for career decision making were the most important skills required. The most effective way of providing education was to integrate courses within a vocational program. Fifty percent believed that adequate entrepreneurship education is readily available. (Six recommendations are listed for Iowa's vocational education programs: course development; broader programs; additional inservice training; expanded awareness; more instructional materials; and increased student awareness. Appendix A contains the survey form for program coordinators of entrepreneurship education in vocational education and appendix B contains survey responses.) (NLA)

Department

Department of Marketing

Original Publication Date

1988

Object Description

1 PDF file (17 pages)

Repository

UNI ScholarWorks, Rod Library, University of Northern Iowa

Copyright

©1988 Del Shepard

Language

en

File Format

application/pdf

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