Women, Leadership and Workforce education
The last 60+ years have seen the numbers of women in the workplace increase hugely since they entered the economic system to supplement the male earning capacity lost to two world wars. Complex social movements have contributed to this change– the feminist movement, equal opportunities legislation, the expansion of the service sector and the knowledge economy, the ever increasing cost of living and increased access to education.
Course Goals
To introduce participants in the history of women and leadership in the workforce education and development.
learning objectives
- Introduce the history and evolution of women in the workforce
- Explain the history of workforce education and the role it has played for women
- Explain the current state of workforce education for women
- Identify barriers to success
- Introduce thought leaders in the industry and explain the role of leaders in effecting change
Assignments
You'll be answering the following questions during this week's discussion. Keep them in mind as you read through this website and use this opportunity to craft your responses along the way.
1. Of the videos provided, please choose 2 and discuss what you’ve learned and whether or not you agree with the presented information or perspective. Why or why not?
2. Refer back to the State Profile provided by the first group (Academic and Workforce Education). Review your state data and discuss what you find regarding the representation and/or under-representation of women.
3. What has been your experience with leadership programs? Brainstorm and discuss ways in which companies can increase or improve educational attainment and leadership for women.
1. Of the videos provided, please choose 2 and discuss what you’ve learned and whether or not you agree with the presented information or perspective. Why or why not?
2. Refer back to the State Profile provided by the first group (Academic and Workforce Education). Review your state data and discuss what you find regarding the representation and/or under-representation of women.
3. What has been your experience with leadership programs? Brainstorm and discuss ways in which companies can increase or improve educational attainment and leadership for women.
