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Creating economic opportunity for more Americans through productivity growth

The U.S. economy in recent years has been characterized by slow average productivity growth and…

What works in career and technical education (CTE)? A review of evidence and suggested policy directions

Career and technical education (CTE) is widely viewed as an important alternative to traditional four-year…

The link between wages and productivity is strong

Much of the public debate in recent years suggests that wages are not primarily determined…

The widening academic achievement gap between the rich and the poor: New evidence and possible explanations

In this chapter I examine whether and how the relationship between family socioeconomic characteristics and…

Jobs and skills in industry 4.0: An exploratory research

Industry 4.0 is at the center of the current debate among manufacturing leaders, industrial practitioners,…

The future of work: New evidence on job stability, under-employment and access to good jobs

The complex interplay of globalisation, technological and demographic changes is generating many new opportunities but…

The future of work: OECD employment outlook 2019

This chapter discusses the key role of adult learning in ensuring that all individuals can…

Overview: The future of work is in our hands

The OECD estimates that 14% of jobs are at high risk of automation - significantly…

Facing the future of work: How to make the most of collective bargaining

The purpose of this chapter is to identify the role of labour relations in shaping…