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What is Workforce Development

Reskilling the Workforce for Technological Advancement
Involves initiatives and strategies aimed at enhancing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of individuals within a workforce. It encompasses activities such as training, education, and professional development to improve overall productivity and adaptability to changing industry demands.
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Navigating Tomorrow: Strategies for Effective Workforce Reskilling
Bassem Chaker (OLID Research Laboratory, Tunisia) and Chedli Damak (OLID Research Laboratory, Tunisia)
Copyright: © 2024 |Pages: 20
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-0612-3.ch004
Abstract
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the modern workforce, characterized by the relentless march of technological advancement, this chapter embarks on a comprehensive exploration. Positioned at the nexus of unprecedented challenges and opportunities, it transcends conventional discussions on reskilling. It serves as a nuanced expedition into the intricate realms of psychological and societal transformation induced by reskilling initiatives. This chapter unfolds as a strategic response to the multifaceted demands imposed by technological shifts, focusing on the transformative power embedded in reskilling. Far beyond a mere acquisition of new skills, the narrative navigates the intangible dimensions of mindset and approach, reshaping not only individual careers but the very fabric of professional identity and societal expectations.
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A Practical Workforce Development Framework Using Strategies and Initiatives to Strengthen the Mature Workforce
A broad, system-wide approach addressing the dynamic individual, organizational, and community-based social factors in collaboration with diverse public-private partners to meet the employment needs of the organization and influence business performance and success.
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Analysis of the Labor Market in Germany and Türkiye: Investing in Human Capital for the Digital Age
Workforce development involves various strategies and initiatives focused on improving the skills, knowledge, and abilities of the workforce to align with the requirements of the labor market. This encompasses technical and vocational education and training, on-the-job training, and other programs designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills for current or future employment opportunities.
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Enriching the Lives of High School Teenagers With Science Cafés
Trains individuals to be more productive and prosperous in the workplace, which benefits both the employer and the worker.
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Supporting Workforce Wisdom in a Global Economy
An economic development strategy that focuses on the collaborative efforts of corporate, community, government, and educational entities to help effectively train and prepare current and future skillful employees through practical approaches.
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Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) between Businesses and Adult Education Providers
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Knowledge Sharing in Academic Medical Centers: Examining the Nexus of Higher Education and Workforce Development
The use of education and employment infrastructure to prepare for future workforce needs through talent development, succession planning, recruitment, and training.
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Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential: A Competency-Based Framework for Workforce Development
Preparation designed to enhance the knowledge, skills, behaviors and attitudes of early child hood professionals.
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