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An Analysis on the Pedagogy and Assessment of Transversal Skills in Vietnamese Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
Ho Thi Hanh Tien,
Ho Thi Ai,
Tran Thi Quynh Nhu
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2020
Pages:
1-10
Received:
18 July 2019
Accepted:
30 October 2019
Published:
13 January 2020
Abstract: This paper that is drawn from a research as a country report funded by UNESCO explores how transversal skills (T.S) are integrated in the curriculum of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), focusing on teaching and assessment of T.S and its factors influencing practices at four vocational colleges and schools and a tourism enterprise in Central Vietnam. Drawn upon the classroom and workshop observations, interviews of leaders, teachers, supervisors, and staff, and documentary analysis, this research aims to set alight of teaching and assessment of T.S and give suggestions to stakeholders. Findings show although T.S being imparted in Vietnamese TVET schools, teaching, learning and assessment activities of those skills are not really effective. Additionally, no specific policies or frameworks for T.S in Vietnam have been developed. Therefore, closer collaboration and exchange between TVET institutions and industry should be fostered with flexible career pathways and trainers in such institutions should work temporarily in companies to update their vocational competencies.
Abstract: This paper that is drawn from a research as a country report funded by UNESCO explores how transversal skills (T.S) are integrated in the curriculum of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), focusing on teaching and assessment of T.S and its factors influencing practices at four vocational colleges and schools and a tourism enterpr...
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On Innovative Cultivation Mode of Technical and Skilled Talents in Well-adapted and Trend-following Way
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2020
Pages:
11-16
Received:
18 April 2020
Accepted:
18 May 2020
Published:
16 June 2020
Abstract: It is the main task of advanced vocational education at present and in the future to keep up with the pulse of the construction of modern vocational education system, improving the level of running schools and the quality of personnel training. Shanghai Urban Construction Vocational College originates from three vocational colleges. With a long-term school running history, the newly established vocational college is at a new starting point of development. There is a long way to go to realize innovation in inheritance and development in integration. For the better development of the school, we must actively adapt to the needs of national and regional economic and social development and the situation and tasks of comprehensive education reform of national and local governments; grasp and make good use of various development opportunities to meet full needs of industries and enterprises; always regard exploring and improving the ability of talent cultivation as our core task; follow the law and path of quality maintenance, continuously innovate on talent training mode, play a good role in social service, enhance their own characteristics in the service, and enhance the comprehensive strength in the service.
Abstract: It is the main task of advanced vocational education at present and in the future to keep up with the pulse of the construction of modern vocational education system, improving the level of running schools and the quality of personnel training. Shanghai Urban Construction Vocational College originates from three vocational colleges. With a long-ter...
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Rationalization in Australian Vocational Education and Training
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2020
Pages:
17-21
Received:
1 June 2020
Accepted:
12 June 2020
Published:
20 June 2020
Abstract: This paper aims to examine qualification rationalization processes in Vocational Education and Training internationally to establish lessons learned such that they can be applied to the Australian system. Current interest in rationalization in Australia is being driven by research undertaken by the Department of Education, Skills and Employment, and promoted by the Australian Prime Minister, Scott Morrison.. They suggest that the current system is difficult to understand and use, and outline that the system would benefit from a reduction in the number of qualifications currently on offer. Zero or minimal uptake is the most commonly documented approach to qualification rationalization internationally and is most effective when paired with a process of stakeholder consultation and engagement. Effective consultation should be inclusive of training providers, enterprises, social partners, employment services, public authorities and research organisations to ensure qualifications on offer meet industry and social needs. Care should be taken to ensure rationalization does not deplete flexibility in the system that has intentionally been embedded to allow qualifications to match workplace requirements. The benefits in ensuring units of competency and qualifications are promptly updated and adapted to emerging needs rather than rationalized are noted. The ‘updating’ approach could be paired with an education program for users of the system and a program of stakeholder marketing to ensure that the system is fully understood by all those who use it.
Abstract: This paper aims to examine qualification rationalization processes in Vocational Education and Training internationally to establish lessons learned such that they can be applied to the Australian system. Current interest in rationalization in Australia is being driven by research undertaken by the Department of Education, Skills and Employment, an...
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