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Learning together for local innovation: promoting learning regions Catalogue number: TI-73-05-356-EN-C ISBN: 9789289603933 Pagination: 276 Dimensions: 17 x 24cm Published: 2007 This book examines how one builds innovative local and regional communities. It does so through analysing case studies from different parts of Europe. The emphasis is on learning from practices. Regional innovation depends on dialogue, cooperation, networking and learning between all social and economic actors in a region Price:£20.00

The history of European cooperation in education and training Europe in the making — an example Cat. No: NC-65-05-311-EN-C ISBN: 9289489863 Pagination: 330 pages. Dimensions: 21 × 297 cm Published:2006 This book tells the story of how a ‘Europe of education and training’ has gradually been constructed. In so doing, and by focusing on this one specific area of policy, it also provides a concrete example of the process of building Europe itself. The principal merit of this book is to remind the reader that, over the years, a different ‘Europe’ has also been created, one which connects with its citizens and reaches out directly to a great many people. Price:£25.00

Promoting lifelong learning for older workers Cat. No: TI-73-05-251-EN-C ISBN: 9289603941 Pagination: 270 pages. Dimensions: 17 × 24 cm Published:2006 An international overview The central argument of this book is that ageing must be seen as a lifelong learning and development process in which one continuously takes on new life challenges. In the context of work, lifelong learning is understood as a broad, holistic concept which encompasses individual education and training but also entails participative workplace learning actively supported by employers. Price:£25.00

Is there a case for an EU information television station? Cat. No: NA-72-05-192-EN-C ISBN: 9279005715 Pagination: 280 pages Dimensions: 21 × 295 cm Published:2006 This book, based on the most up-to-date statistics and ad hoc studies, presents an in-depth analysis of the TV channels’ markets for information, and more specifically EU information, both from the supply (Part I) and demand (Part II) sides. It pays particular attention to the pan-European news channels and the national parliamentary channels (Part III) and examines their role in contributing to a more participatory democracy. Its aim is to investigate what could be done by EU decision-makers to help develop an audiovisual European public space. Price:£21.00

Typology of knowledge, skills and competences — Clarification of the concept and prototype Cat. No: TI-73-05-526-EN-C ISBN: 9289604271 Pagination: 131 pages. Dimensions: 175 × 25 cm Published:2006 ISSN 1608-7089 This study clarifies concepts, investigates classifications and typologies applied in Member States and advises the credit transfer technical working group on descriptors for learning outcomes. A prototype typology applicable for credit accumulation and transfer should be developed as a practical result. Use of the term ‘competence’ is shown to be ambiguous and applicable to various situations with different meanings. This term needs careful specification and interpretation if it is to be properly understood. Countries or regions have their own definition of competence and each sector or occupational family has its own interpretation. Outcomes of learning cannot be described by using this term only. We have to add knowledge and skills or, as the authors propose, use terms such as cognitive competence, functional competence or meta-competence, understood as personal and social-attitudinal competence, to encompass the necessary knowledge and skills. Price:£18.00

Eurovoc - Edition 4.2 (three books) Cat. No: OA-AJ-07-000-EN-S ISBN: 9789278404673 Pagination: Dimensions: 21 × 29.7 cm Published:2007 ISSN 1725-4302 Eurovoc is a multilingual thesaurus (19 languages) which covers all the fields in which the European Union is active and provides a means of indexing the documents in users’ documentation systems. This documentation product is currently used by the European Parliament, the Office for Official Publications of the European Communities, national and regional parliaments in Europe, national government departments and certain European organisations. Since the last paper edition containing version 4.1 was produced in 2004, Eurovoc has been extended to cover new EU languages and now includes Spanish, Czech, Danish, German, Greek, English, Estonian, French, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Hungarian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Slovak, Slovenian, Finnish and Swedish. Each of the 3 volumes in this set is also available to buy separately: Volume 1: Part A - Permuted Alphabetical Version Volume 1: Part B - Permuted Alphabetical Version Volume 2: Subject Oriented Version Price:£102.00

Permuted alphabetical presentation A Cat. No: OA-AJ-07-001-EN-S ISBN: 9789278403607 Pagination:286 pp Dimensions: 21 × 29.7 cm Published:2007 ISSN 1725-4302 Vol. I Part A: Price:£34.00

Permuted alphabetical presentation B Cat. No: OA-AJ-07-002-EN-S ISBN: 9789278403782 Pagination:288 pp Dimensions: 21 × 29.7 cm Published:2007 ISSN 1725-4302 Vol. I Part B: Price:£34.00

Volume 2 - Subject Oriented Version Cat. No: OA-AJ-07-003-EN-S ISBN: 9789278403966 Pagination:406 pp Dimensions: 21 × 29.7 cm Published:2007 ISSN 1725-4302 Vol. II Price:£34.00

European Journal of Vocational Training. -Annual Subcription Cat. No: TI-AA-06-000-EN-C ISBN: ISSN03785068 Pagination:Subscription code: VFI Dimensions: 21 × 297 cm Published:N/A ISSN 0378-5068 The journal is published by Cedefop (European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training) and aims to contribute to debate on the development of vocational education and training, in particular by introducing a European perspective. The journal is looking to publish articles which set out ideas, report on research results, and which report on experience at national and European level. It also publishes position papers and reaction statements on issues in the field of vocational education and training. Cedefop assists the European Commission in encouraging, at Community level, the promotion and development of vocational education and training, through exchanges of information and the comparison of experience on issues of common interest to the Member States. Please choose from the following languages: English, German, French, Spanish and Portuguese. More about Cedefop Language EnglishGermanFrenchSpanishPortuguese

Identifying skill needs for the future —From research to policy and practice Cat. No: TI-57-03-475-EN-C ISBN: 9289602708 Pagination: VI 252 pages Dimensions: 17.5 × 25 cm Published:2004 ISSN 1608-7089 In a rapidly changing environment early identification of skill needs is becoming increasingly challenging. The pace of technological change and innovation entails demands for new skills and competences on the labour market. Availability of reliable and accurate information on skill trends is a precondition for a timely response to new and changing training and education needs. This publication is based on proceedings of the international conference in Thessaloniki in May 2003 and it continues the debate begun in the earlier publication Early identification of skill needs in Europe, from Cedefop. Price:£18.00

Key data on education in Europe — 2005 Cat. No: NC-AF-05-001-EN-C ISBN: 9289494220 Pagination: 332 pages. Dimensions: 21 × 27 cm Published:2005 ISSN 1725-1621 First published in 1994, Key data on education in Europe sets out a very wide variety of both qualitative and quantitative indicators on different aspects of education systems in 30 European countries, including how they are organised, the human and financial resources invested in them, teaching processes, and qualifications awarded at different levels. Key data on education in Europe is intended to provide a very wide audience with information on many aspects of education systems. Its aim is to highlight numerous differences and similarities in the way in which they are organised and function, as well as trends underlying their development. The publication contains a wealth of graphic material, including histograms, maps and diagrams, so that it is easy to consult and readily accessible to everyone. The basic underlying principle is that descriptive, statistical and comparative diagrams should alternate with comments on various points that arise from comparative examination of the data concerned. Price:£21.00

European perspectives on learning at work —The acquisition of work process knowledge Cat. No: TI-57-03-500-EN-C ISBN: 9289602732 Pagination: VI 400 pages Dimensions: 175 × 25 cm Published:2005 ISSN 1608-7089 Work process knowledge provides a framework for understanding the complex knowledge required by employees in modern organisations. This knowledge is necessary because of the introduction of more flexible ways of working and learning, including new technology. The concept of work process knowledge enables us to resolve contradictions between theory and practice and indeed contradictions within work itself. It also provides a framework for forging partnerships between education and training institutions concerned with formal learning and enterprises focusing on work-based learning. This book brings us up to date with current debates about work process knowledge, through presenting the research findings of experts from nine European countries in the fields of learning theory, knowledge development and education and training. Ways of teaching and learning theoretical knowledge that can have greater impact on professional practice are examined in this book. Price:£18.00

Learning by leaving — Placements abroad as a didactic tool in the context of vocational education and training in europe Cat. No: TI-57-03-508-EN-C ISBN: 9289602740 Pagination: VI 128 pages Dimensions: 17.6 × 25 cm Published:2005 This study treats placements abroad in Europe both quantitatively and qualitatively. First, it attempts to assess the European, national and regional scope of activities across Europe. The main European mobility programme in VET — Leonardo da Vinci — only represents the tip of the iceberg. Many transnational placement activities are carried out under other EU programmes and initiatives (notably the Structural Funds), but major national and regional input complements and extends Commission efforts. Second, it tries to gauge the learning potential of placements abroad through a theoretical analysis of practices. It concludes that placements abroad can be a powerful didactic tool in VET, notably for developing individuals’ capacity for managing change in career, technology and work organisation. However, this learning potential will not unfold automatically through physical presence at a workplace in another country. The study identifies and describes the pedagogical aspects before, during and after the stay and gives examples of good practice. Price:£18.00

The value of learning: evaluation and impact of education and training — Third report on vocational training research in Europe: synthesis report Cat. No: TI-64-04-256-EN-C ISBN: 9289603364 Pagination: 323 pages. Dimensions: 21 x 297 cm Published:2005 ISSN 1608-7089 Cedefop’s third research report ‘The value of learning evaluation and impact of education and training’ addresses the contribution of education and training to realising a knowledge-based society. It specifies the material and non-material benefits of learning for individuals, enterprises and society as a whole. It also discusses ways of improving the design and implementation of education and training by purposeful evaluation. The report allows the reader to gain an overview of: the main functions and uses of evaluation, their philosophies and theories; quantitative methods for evaluation and impact research at micro and macro level as well as methods of qualitative inquiry and their application in evaluation; tools and approaches for evaluating and comparing education and training systems, for accompanying the implementation — and assessing the outcomes — of programmes and reforms, illustrated by case studies; impact research, quantifying the material and nonmaterial benefits of education, training and skills at macro level of nations and regions, their contribution to enterprise performance and their influence on individuals’ biographies and careers. Price:£28.00

Impact of education and training —Third report on vocational training research in Europe: background report Cat. No: TI-21-03-001-EN-C ISBN: 9289602775 Pagination: 382 pages. Dimensions: 21 x 297 cm Published:2005 ISSN 1608-7089 What is the impact of education and training on economic growth, company performance and individual careers? This report gathers contributions from renowned experts on research for the diverse benefits of education, training and skills. The picture is completed by case studies on the impact of active labour market policies. Price:£18.00

The foundations of evaluation and impact research — Third report on vocational training research in Europe: background report Cat. No: TI-21-03-002-EN-C ISBN: 9289602783 Pagination: 332 pages. Dimensions: 21 x 297 cm Published:2005 ISSN 1608-7089 Price:£18.00

Evaluation of systems and programmes —Third report on vocational training research in Europe: background report Cat. No: TI-21-03-003-EN-C ISBN: 9289602791 Pagination: 288 pages. Dimensions: 21 x 297 cm Published:2005 ISSN 1608-7089 This publication gathers contributions from renowned researchers on recent evaluations of education and training systems and reforms. The case studies provide insight into current evaluation practices in several European countries and assess the results of international and EU-supported programmes and initiatives. Price:£18.00

EDEX — Educational expansion and labour market Cat. No: TI-49-02-345-EN-C ISBN: 9289602015 Pagination: VI 191 pages Dimensions: 17.5 × 25 cm Published:2003 ISSN 1608-7089 This is a comparative study of five European countries — France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom — with special reference to the United States. It analyses the long-term consequences of the rise in levels of education on access to employment and human resource management. Taking a comparative approach, four major questions are addressed. What are the process and factors leading to educational expansion? How are generations with increasing levels of qualification spread throughout the employment system, and with what private returns? How has this affected company organisation and management of human resources and what links have been established between skills supply and demand? What are the implications for national systems linking education to employment, and to what extent are countries converging or diverging? The analysis provides a sound basis for understanding and shaping the links between education and employment, and thus between the supply of and demand for skills on labour markets. Price:£18.00

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