Step one in the developmental process takes the identified vocational and technical skills and expands these skills into instructional units that also reinforce the academic and workplace skills. Programs become uniform. Instructional materials are more easily managed. Teachers are able to fill a broader role. Standards are established for programs and employment.
Programs become accountable.
Individual needs of students are more easily identified. Opportunities are provided for inservice instruction on technical content. Teachers are assisted with program instruction. Students can be more highly motivated. Content and assessment can be readily aligned.