ABSTRACT
A more comprehensive approach to instruction is required to help students see the relevance of what they are learning in school to their futures. Integrating and using knowledge that engages learners is a key to mastering critical skills that include creativity, problem solving, communication and collaboration, and the ability to adapt to new methods. Thinking differently about instruction focuses on skills. The ability and capacity to build skills is gaining acceptance as markers of educational and career planning success. Career education and development for all children is the responsibility of all families, educators, counselors, and community and business partners. Effective career education and career development implementation is dependent upon focused comprehensive and coordinated educational programs, services, and activities that are designed and delivered at all education levels. The combined involvement and commitment of key team members is critical, from system design, to evaluation, and continuous improvement. The desired results are skills, knowledge, attitudes and competencies that help students make informed decisions about their life goals and how to reach them.
