astra domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/studyfoxx/public_html/proactivetraining.com.au/news/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131For the first time we have total projected completion rates for all types VET programs, not just those that are government-funded. NCVER has released a variety of products to present a clearer picture of actual and projected completion rates. What does the data tell us? According to NCVER the ‘highlights’ of the completions story for […]
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The L H Martin Institute has just released another paper in its series of policy discussion papers, which were highlighted in the last edition of this newsletter. This one, by Hugh Guthrie and Anne Jones, examines the issue of VET teacher education and professional development. It focuses on VET teaching qualifications and how they can
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In a newly released paper, Stephen Parker of KPMG, Andrew Dempster and Mark Warburton set out to “provoke discussion” about the future for Australia’s tertiary education system. Based on inputs from over 60 people, the paper reimagines tertiary education with different types of providers, each innovating and aiming to be the best it can be.
Re-imaging Tertiary Education: Binary System or Ecosystem? Read More »
I would like to highlight two upcoming opportunities that may be of interest. Call for Nominations: ACDEVEG VET Trainer Award Applications are now open for the inaugural VET teacher/trainer teacher-educator award which ACDEVEG (the Australian Council of Deans of Education Vocational Education Group) is offering in conjunction with PwC’s Skills for Australia. It is for
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The international education market is very important to Australia. International students studying onshore are a key part of this, not only because of the fees they pay to study, but also their contribution to the broader economy while living here. NCVER recently released results of a survey conducted with international graduates from onshore VET programs.
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On 3 August, L H Martin launched a series of papers on VET issues. The topics covered were diverse, so probably there is something for everybody. L H Martin’s Director, Professor Leo Goedegebuure introduced the papers and presented some overall findings from the series. Here is what was covered, and where you can find out
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Introducing : Jason Renshaw Keynote Presenter: Intersection of innovation and creativity Innovation is both an over-used term and one that many educators feel – given the compliance and workload hurdles they need to overcome on a daily basis – isn’t necessarily something they have the remit, scope and time to embrace. Jason Renshaw will
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Introducing Keynote Dr. John Flett: Digital technology challenges Designing, developing and implementing training solutions for business and industry is becoming increasingly complex as the number of learning tools and applications continues to grow and expand. Further complicating things is the widening gap between organisations that have already begun to engage with technology, and those will
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Changes in the world of work, such as automation and the digital revolution, are rapidly changing what people will do and how they will do is. This is challenging the nature and mix of skills that individuals in Australia need to gain employment as well as maintain their employability now and in the future. This
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The AQF was established in 1995, and last reviewed between 2009 and 2011. This year the Minister for Education and Training, Senator the Hon Simon Birmingham, has appointed an expert panel of six, chaired by Professor Peter Noonan to review it again. The review’s website can be found here. The review will involve broad public
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