Trends In Workplace Learning

America's Workforce Needs in the 21st Century

Education and skills are more important in the new economy. In the new economy skill requirements are increasing in many industries, not just the so-called high-tech industries. The percentage of workers who use computers at work has risen from 25 percent in 1984, to 46 percent in 1993, to 75 percent today. More than half of the new jobs created between 1984 and 2005 will require some education beyond high school.

Companies Need To Do More to Provide Workers With Skills

Technology companies cannot simply rely on government and educational institutions to provide the skilled workers they need. Rather, companies must play a more central and engaged role in skill development. But just as importantly, public policy must be structured to encourage and facilitate such partnerships.