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Foreword by Ann O. Hamilton -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Pt.1. The record of research and experience: 1. Skill markets and modes of training -- 2. The record -- 3. The economic environment of skills development -- Pt. 2. Options for public policy: 4. Designing responsive public training policies -- 5. Establishing market-oriented manpower planning -- 6. Mobilizing employer and private training -- 7. Improving responsiveness and efficiency in public training -- 8. The role of training inpoverty reduction -- Pt. 3. Strategies for policy reform: 9. Planning for policy reform -- 10. International assistance -- Appendix 1: Selected evaluation studies in developing countries -- Appendix 2: Statistical appendix -- References -- Subject index -- Citation index -- Tables -- Figures -- Boxes

This study discusses the need for developing countries to improve economic productivity. It draws on lessons from successful country experiences with skills training to develop an approach to the development of public training policies. The authors suggest that improving the job skills of the work force in developing countries is necessary if they are to compete in today ' s economic climate. The book is written for policymakers, academic and professional advisers, training professionals, and the staff of international agencies supporting economic and social development. A flexible, trained workforce can greatly improve economic efficiency and appropriate policies can greatly improve efficiency and equity of skills development. The main focus of the study is on programs offered by private and public preemployment vocational and technical schools and vocational training centers. The study provides options for public policy and strategies for reform.