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NPR ("Certain Green Industries Have Job Openings",November 12,2008) Reported on a Story

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NPR ("Certain Green Industries Have Job Openings",November 12,2008) reported on a story about wind turbine manufacturers in Ohio having trouble finding skilled workers. The report noted that as a result tens of thousands of people having been laid off,there is "a huge pool of job-seekers." The firms claim to "offer good pay and benefits." A representative from the United Steelworkers claim that their union members have easily transferrable skills,but the pay is too low,around $30,000 annually. A manager at Apollo Alliance says that workers in the new industry need different skills than those in the old steel industry. The type of unemployment described in the story is ________ unemployment.

Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the addition of a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated in the future.

Inconsistent Support

Fluctuating levels of assistance and encouragement from a source, which may lead to feelings of uncertainty and instability.

Research Literature

Scholarly and peer-reviewed articles, books, and other publications that summarize current research findings in various domains of study.

Modest Support

Minimal but meaningful assistance or backing provided to an individual or initiative, typically sufficient to achieve a particular purpose or goal.