The Mackenzie Institute’s latest paper, by Tom Karmel, explores whether pre-apprenticeships and other forms of pre-vocational education are worth the effort. As a preparation and taster of a particular occupation pre-voc. courses make sense. But because of the large number of Cert I and II qualifications that might have at least some vocational focus it’s easiest to …
Those of you who follow some of the trends in the world may be aware of the Marie Kondo method, which is about systematically ‘tidying up’ so that your life is less crowded and full of joy. Is this something that we now need to do in VET in Australia? Could we use some joy …
Employers look for training that is agile and responsive to their specific needs, is affordable, and minimises workers’ time away from their jobs. They want this training to be shorter-form and more flexible. Employment-based training approaches such as cadetships, internships and higher apprenticeships are well suited for meeting the needs of employers as is structured …
Lisel O’Dwyer has been busy lately! In this paper she looks at how businesses have responded to the pandemic and the extent to which innovation was an element of their response. Three industries are case studied: manufacturing, healthcare and hospitality and tourism. It also looks at the implications for VET. Innovating or adapting in response to COVID? …
Industry innovation, skills and training needs: The impact of COVID Read More »
The VET sector has found itself at the heart of the debate around how to address Australia’s skills shortage as the nation moves towards a post-COVID economic recovery. Governments and industry are looking to us for solutions for how to encourage people into a vocational career and to train them to be work-ready. As educators, …
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As I was editing the feature stories in this month’s online-only issue focused on learning assessment, badging, and certification, a scene from The Wizard of Oz popped into my head. After spending much of the film bemoaning his lack of courage—despite his actions to the contrary—the Cowardly Lion receives a special badge from the Wizard …
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