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Lessons in Learning: Apprenticeship training in Canada
The apprenticeship system has a long history as an effective vehicle for work-based learning. However, modern times have seen negative attitudes to apprenticeship and a poor image of trades, as well as a lack of information and awareness of apprenticeship. This is unfortunate because in the contemporary Canadian context, apprenticeship can help to address two distinct problems: labour shortages in the skilled trades and youth unemployment. Read article »
New Journal of Applied Research on Learning calls for manuscripts
CCL is launching the Journal of Applied Research on Learning (JARL), Canada’s first publication devoted to this topic. The first issue of JARL will be released in April 2007. Submissions are due by Oct. 31, 2006. Authors of original applied research interested in submitting manuscripts to be considered for publication in JARL should start by reviewing the full call for submissions.
CCL funds 10 research projects on structured learning
The Canadian Council on Learning has signed agreements to fund 10 research projects on the theme of structured learning. Five additional projects will be announced at a later date. CCL’s goal is to support research that fills gaps in our knowledge about learning.
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