The Policies and Philosophies Behind British Post Compulsory Education and Training
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This 20 page paper examines the way in which post compulsory education is perceived in Britain. The paper looks at education for those over sixteen in the socio-economic, political, and cultural aspect. The writer also considers the underlying values, and the way that the current trends can be seen as reflecting the government policies and economic needs of the country. The bibliography cites 18 sources.
Filename: TE18plus.wps

The Positive and Negative Effects of French Immersion Programs
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This 10 page paper takes a look at political issues of French immersion programs, but primarily addresses educational issues. The success of language immersion--as well as pros and cons-- is discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA231Im.rtf

Vocational Education Training In The United Kingdom
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A 6 page paper. For years, reports suggested that vocational education in other countries was far better than it was in the United Kingdom. Research studies made this conclusion but by 1995, that opinion was beginning to change. This essay reports and discusses some of the many initiatives that have been implemented in the UK over the last decade or so. The writer concludes that other countries should consider the type of vocational/occupational education training program in the UK because it is more flexible to meet the changing demands in the workplace. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGUKvoed.rtf

“Adult Education in Quebec”
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A twelve page paper which looks at the development of adult educational provision in Canada with specific reference to Quebec; the dual system of school board and community education; the way in which the workfare and learnfare programmes have affected the training and employment figures in Quebec and the benefits which have been gained from the liaison between educational practitioners in Quebec and those from other countries in Europe and the Americas. Bibliography lists 11 sources
Filename: JLQuebEd.rtf

“Proud of Two Languages" -- Canadian Parents for French
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This 7 page report discusses Canadian Parents for French, a nationwide network of volunteers which believes that French is an essential component of the history and culture of Canada. The group is dedicated to the promotion and creation of French second language learning opportunities for young Canadians. It is the largest group of its kind and its members believe: “It should be the right of every Canadian child to have a quality bilingual education.” Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BW4frnch.wps