This nonfiction work examines how vocational training can strengthen both individuals and the broader community.
It argues that education for a calling should develop joy in work, civic responsibility, and social service, not just technical skill.
Through historical and international examples, the book shows how continuation schools blend workshops, laboratories, and civic instruction with traditional schooling. It highlights Munich’s model, debates federal and regional approaches, and considers the role of public funding in shaping the school system and national life.
- How skill development and joy in work relate to personal happiness and civic duty
- Differences between factory-focused training and public schooling with a social mission
- Why schools should connect learning with real work in workshops and labs
- Examples from Munich and other regions to illustrate organizational ideas and challenges
Ideal for readers interested in the history of education, vocational training, and how schools can support a thriving civic life.