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Equity in vocational education and training: Research… 18 August 2004
By Kaye Bowman

Building equity into Australia's vocational education and training (VET) system is a key component… Show more

Building equity into Australia's vocational education and training (VET) system is a key component of the National Strategy for Vocational Education and Training 2004-2010. This book of readings aims to contribute to this important facet of the national strategic plan. The book reviews the achievements equity groups have made, reports on the issues they face, and discusses how to integrate equity Show less
Identifying the key factors affecting the chance of passing … 2 April 2004
By David John

This report identifies student characteristics - demographic and life-stage factors - which… Show more

This report identifies student characteristics - demographic and life-stage factors - which influence successful completion of vocational education and training (VET) subjects. It finds the likelihood of passing is significantly reduced for people who are Indigenous, have a disability, are of non-English speaking background, are unemployed or are aged 19 years or less. The research is based on Show less
The funding of vocational education and training for… 25 February 2004
By Chris Selby Smith, Fran Ferrier

This volume is a companion to 'The funding of vocational education and training for students with… Show more

This volume is a companion to 'The funding of vocational education and training for students with disabilities: Volume 1'. The detailed report of the project is contained in volume 1 while volume 2 contains the appendices. Show less
The funding of vocational education and training for… 25 February 2004
By Chris Selby Smith, Fran Ferrier

This report provides important information for those who manage training institutions and are… Show more

This report provides important information for those who manage training institutions and are committed to making the learning environment more supportive for people with a disability. It looks at how the vocational education and training system currently allocates funds to support students with a disability, and suggests other funding models to promote their participation. Show less
Moving on from enabling courses: Why do some students… 25 February 2004
By Susan Dawe

Some students, who complete a preparatory or pre-vocational course in the vocational education and… Show more

Some students, who complete a preparatory or pre-vocational course in the vocational education and training (VET) sector, re-enrol in the same 'enabling' course or at the same level of qualification in following years. Findings of this report indicate that re-enrolling in enabling courses offers positive outcomes. Students who re-enrol in enabling courses are either undertaking more advanced Show less
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Vocational education and training, innovation and… 24 December 2004
By Richard Curtain

Innovation, from high profile scientific discoveries to lower profile changes in processes or… Show more

Innovation, from high profile scientific discoveries to lower profile changes in processes or practices, is crucial to Australia's economic development. However, its impact on the wider community is usually relatively small. Promotion of innovation across all sectors is required to produce the biggest changes. This report focuses on the roles of the vocational education and training (VET) sectors Show less
Lifelong learning and older workers 23 December 2004
By Tom Karmel, Davinia Woods

Discussion about Australia's ageing population has focused on the importance of increasing labour… Show more

Discussion about Australia's ageing population has focused on the importance of increasing labour force participation rates of older people. This paper examines the influence of education and training on the participation of older people in the labour market, and the pay-off of undertaking education and training as an older-person compared to earlier in life. On the whole, the results indicate Show less
Profiling the national vocational education and training… 22 December 2004
By NCVER

Future workforce planning in private and public enterprise requires reliable information on which… Show more

Future workforce planning in private and public enterprise requires reliable information on which projections are made. Currently limited information exists about vocational education and training (VET) professionals. This report consolidates two national studies on the TAFE workforce, and on VET professionals in private and public registered training organisations. The findings have important Show less
To train or not to train: The role of education and… 22 December 2004
By Margaret Giles, Anh Tram Le, Maria Allan, Catherine Lees, Ann-Claire Larsen, Lyn Bennett

The focus of the Western Australia correction system on more rehabilitation and the provision of… Show more

The focus of the Western Australia correction system on more rehabilitation and the provision of skills is designed to assist offenders gain self-sufficiency. This report examines the study and work experiences of state prisoners before and during their incarceration and their expectations of post-release outcomes. It finds that differences in work and study patterns result from choices made by Show less
Current directions in Australia's vocational education… 7 December 2004
By Tom Karmel

This paper provides an overview of the factors which influence and drive Australia's technical and… Show more

This paper provides an overview of the factors which influence and drive Australia's technical and vocational education and training (TVET) sector. It details the objectives of Australia's national strategy for TVET from 2004 to 2010, and key initiatives of the sector to meet the changing economic and technological environment: a review of training packages, and a review of the national standards Show less
Managing better: Measuring institutional health and… 7 December 2004
By Graham Maxwell, Peter Noonan, Ian Hardy, Mark Bahr

Vocational education and training (VET) policy is increasingly focused on the importance of quality … Show more

Vocational education and training (VET) policy is increasingly focused on the importance of quality in each VET institution's capacity to deliver effective programs. This report addresses institutional-level monitoring and evaluation of performance and provides a comprehensive model which institutes can use for this purpose. The model draws on background theory and practice and identifies a range Show less
Australia's approach to lifelong learning 25 November 2004
By Tom Karmel

Lifelong learning means different things to different people. This paper takes a pragmatic approach … Show more

Lifelong learning means different things to different people. This paper takes a pragmatic approach and examines adult engagement with various aspects of Australia's education and training system and the policy framework that underpins the system. It is argued that Australia's policy framework for lifelong learning is relatively weak because the educational framework is very open and does not Show less
Employers' contribution to training 11 November 2004
By Sue Richardson

A highly skilled workforce is widely viewed as essential for prosperity in economies characterised… Show more

A highly skilled workforce is widely viewed as essential for prosperity in economies characterised by rapid technological change. However, the development of high level skills across the workforce is expensive and requires major investment from individuals, governments and employers. This report explores an alternative approach to estimating Australian employers' contribution to skills Show less
Vocational education and training and innovation: Research… 10 November 2004
By Susan Dawe

Innovation in business, particularly across the major industries on which Australia's economy… Show more

Innovation in business, particularly across the major industries on which Australia's economy rests, requires a skilled workforce. This book of research readings explores the role Australia's vocational education and training (VET) sector can fulfill to assist business innovation. In doing so, various chapters consider the implications of innovation for Australian workers and identify the VET Show less
Young people and vocational education and training in South … 3 November 2004
By Tom Karmel

This paper aims to establish the importance of vocational education and training (VET) to young… Show more

This paper aims to establish the importance of vocational education and training (VET) to young people in South Australia in Adelaide and regional areas. It is based on analysis of the number of young people and their characteristics within two broad groups: those who complete 12 years of schooling and continue their education in VET; and those who leave school before Year 12 but continue their Show less
Fully on-the-job training: Experiences and steps ahead 27 October 2004
By Susanne Wood

Fully on-the-job training, the majority of which is conducted in the workplace as part of the… Show more

Fully on-the-job training, the majority of which is conducted in the workplace as part of the normal experience of the employee, is perceived to offer benefits to apprentices/trainees, employers and registered training organisations. This report finds fully on-the-job training is viewed by learners and registered training organisations as a good way to learn as it provides flexibility for all Show less
The vocational education and training workforce: New roles… 25 October 2004
By NCVER

Reforms to Australia's vocational education and training (VET) sector over the past few years have… Show more

Reforms to Australia's vocational education and training (VET) sector over the past few years have brought about significant changes to the work of VET staff and the focus of their roles. This publication summarises recent research into the changing roles of VET leaders, managers, teaching and support staff, and the way they work. The role of senior managers is increasingly focused on the Show less
Building sustainable adult literacy provision: A review of… 21 October 2004
By Rosa McKenna, Lynne Fitzpatrick

This report summarises an extensive study of adult literacy policies and practices in vocational… Show more

This report summarises an extensive study of adult literacy policies and practices in vocational education in six countries - Canada, New Zealand, United States, Ireland, United Kingdom and Australia. The policies and programs of the six countries were compared across policy contexts and concepts, program development and delivery, and regulatory frameworks, product development and quality Show less
What's in it for me? Recognition of prior learning in… 6 October 2004
By Kaaren Blom, Berwyn Clayton, Andrea Bateman, Marie Bedggood, Elvie Hughes

Recognition of prior learning is a crucial element in lifelong learning, but limited information… Show more

Recognition of prior learning is a crucial element in lifelong learning, but limited information exists about skills recognition implementation and outcomes within Australian enterprises. This study examines the nature of recognition within individual enterprises, including the processes employed, strategies in place for promotion and support, and perceived benefits for enterprises and employees. Show less
Mechanisms for increasing employer contributions to… 1 October 2004
By Stephen Billett, Andrew Smith

The level of enterprise expenditure on training in Australia appears to be growing, and now… Show more

The level of enterprise expenditure on training in Australia appears to be growing, and now compares favourably with countries often held as models for national policy and practice. This report outlines a range of policy options employed internationally, including levies, leverage and partnership arrangements to enhance employer contributions to training. Ultimately, the authors find decisions Show less

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