Drop Out, The

Drop Out, The is a short film from 1962 released on 16mm. It is held in the Prelinger Archives collection.

Depicts various factors that stimulate teenagers to drop out of school, using several case histories for illustration. Lists various reasons for dropping out, such as academic failure, need for money, and lack of being part of a group. Illustrates the feeling of a need to grow up on the part of the dropouts as they try to assume an adult role. Explains the 4-4 plan (4 hours in school and 4 hours at work), the work of the counselor, and the contribution of the "work experienced" educator. Emphasizes that dropping out is not a short cut to the adult world. A number of interesting stock shots that need to be logged.

Drop Out, The
Produced by	Affiliated Film Producers
Production company	Affiliated Film Producers
Distributed by	Affiliated Film Producers
Release date	1962
Running time	27:28
Language	English

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