Susan Holland – författare

In these complex and challenging times, students, teachers and employers are all interested in the development of generic abilities as these typically make the difference between good and indifferent employees, successful and unsuccessful learners. This book explains why generic capacities have become so important and argues that the process of acquiring them is both lifelong and developmental. By using case studies and theoretical analyses the authors collectively provide a comprehensive and contemporary coverage of the issues concerning generic abilities.

Traps to avoid in describing and assessing generic aspects of learning are indicated, as well as practical suggestions for improving the teaching of generic capacities in vocational and university settings. The views of students transitioning to higher education as well as recent graduates are captured. Curriculum and policy matters are discussed in depth. A framework for lifelong learning encapsulating the development of generic capacities is outlined and the relationships between learning, working and leadership are explored.

This refernce work provides a list of bibilographical entries for books and periodical articles related to Northern Ontario. The geographical area covered is that part of the province which lies north of the Canadian National Railway running from Cochrane through Kapuskasing and Hearst to Sioux Lookout. With references to all aspects of this section of Canada, the compilers have included the following topics: Archaeology, Botany, Boundaries, Economics and Development, Entomology, Ethnology, Forestry, Ichthyology, Invertebrate Zoology, Linguistics, Mammalogy, Medicine, Meterology, Ornithology, Paleontology, and Transportation. An author index to the entire work, and a map, have been added for further clarity.

This bibliography, a first gathering of information on this particular area to Canadian studies, will be invaluable to people in government and those who are interested in various aspects of life in the province of Ontario.