CTE351 University of Idaho Mod 10 The Aging Workforce Reflective Commentary Part 1 is to focus on one or two points of particular interest (i.e., something

CTE351 University of Idaho Mod 10 The Aging Workforce Reflective Commentary Part 1 is to focus on one or two points of particular interest (i.e., something that caught your attention, caused you to reconsider something, or clarified something you did not understand previously). Here, “reflective” is referring to a habit of mind that questions why, what, and how one goes about doing what one does, with an eye toward making “what is,” better. It is a reflective critique of what has been learned and/or observed. As teachers, we all need to reflect on what we do and why we do it. Reflection is a vital part of improving instruction and learning. Part 2 is to focus on application; that is, on how the session materials can be put to use in “your” classroom or situation. Again, this is a reflective process looking for ways of applying what has been learned. The Aging Workforce
Aims:
1. Describe aging workforce in USA;
2. Explain implications of an aging
workforce;
3. Posit why workers are working longer; &
4. Evaluate what an aging workforce should
mean for CTE/PTE
Aging in the USA
By 2030, 21.8% will be 65 and older;
Older citizens are living longer and
healthier lives;
U.S. life span: men 73, women 80
Graying of students, workers, & citizens
An Older Workforce
Older workforce a rich resource;
Attitudes and treatment of older workers;
Disproportionate unemployment of older
workers –why?
Older adult learners (cognitive,
psychomotor, affective)
Working Longer
Increased longevity
Better health
Uncertain economic conditions
More interesting work opportunities
Use of alternative work patterns (e.g., flex,
part-time)
Baby-Boomers and the Workforce
1946 to 1964 (75 million born)
Impacted all social systems
Concern re: impact of retirements on
economy
Best educated, most affluent
Implications for CTE/PTE
More programs for older worker-citizens
Increased need for principles of adult
learning
Professional development, retooling,
teaching careers

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