A Historical Background of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act.
Overview & Synopsis
Since Jonathan Turner's 1850 address spurred the Morrill Act and vocational education legislation, debate over class divisiveness has persisted. The 1990 Perkins Act attempts to break down class distinctions by recognizing vocational education as a preparatory program that complements college prep and special education in secondary schools. (SK)
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Document Information
| Document Title | A Historical Background of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act. |
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| Author / Organization | Hunter, Garrett D. |
| Subject & Discipline | Educational History, Educational Legislation, Federal Aid |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 1995 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-293116 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |