Synopsis
Skill Wars is a "basic workplace performance primer" that presents complex issues in a simple language and format that will move both business leaders and the American public to give their popular support. There are few viable alternatives. Gordon believes that, "Only at great peril can Americans continue to largely ignore the workplace as an important arena that helps structure learning for life."
Booknews
Documents the widening gap between the need for highly skilled workers and their availability, and points out the chilling consequences that may occur if the skill gap continues to widen. Outlines why the skills of the American workforce have become the most important factor in the competitiveness of individual companies and national economies, and lays out the basic building blocks for a new business learning system. Provides a worksheet to calculate an accurate return on investment for education and training. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)