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This report is based on a survey of vocational education and training students who were studying… Show more

This report is based on a survey of vocational education and training students who were studying online, as well as discussions with teachers. It describes what makes for a quality online learning experience and provides suggestions for organisations delivering training online. Show less

This study undertook a comprehensive examination of a sample of auspiced (or partnership)… Show more

This study undertook a comprehensive examination of a sample of auspiced (or partnership) assessment arrangements. It also included a review of national and international literature on partnerships and six case study sites selected for indepth examination, giving a wide variety of models of partnership arrangements. The research found that there are common factors critical to the development and Show less

This resource contains practical material to help assessors maintain the quality of their… Show more

This resource contains practical material to help assessors maintain the quality of their assessment systems. It includes an overview of how registered training organisations can develop a validation or moderation process, and a range of checklists that assessors can use as part of the assessment review process. Also included is a sample of a code of practice for assessors, guidelines for set-up Show less

The financial benefits of gaining a VET qualification are calculated and assessed in this report.… Show more

The financial benefits of gaining a VET qualification are calculated and assessed in this report. Using data from a representative sample of Australian employees, author Chris Ryan compares the wages and after-tax returns for individuals with different qualifications and with different levels of experience and labour market participation. Show less

This report focusses on the implementation of vocational education and training (VET) in schools… Show more

This report focusses on the implementation of vocational education and training (VET) in schools over the period 1996-1999. The report is comprehensive and provides an overview of school-based VET, historic and international aspects of vocationalism in secondary schooling, policy influences on the implementation of VET in secondary schools in Australia, a statistical description of VET provision Show less

This study considers the status of validity in the context of the assessment of VET in Australia.… Show more

This study considers the status of validity in the context of the assessment of VET in Australia. The project has involved reviewing the literature, reporting the outcomes of case studies, presenting the key findings and developing a diagnostic tool to guide assessors. Show less

This report summarises the views of Australian apprentices and trainees on their learning and… Show more

This report summarises the views of Australian apprentices and trainees on their learning and assessment experiences in on- and off-the-job settings. It also examines through some 20 case studies the strengths and weaknesses of the approaches to learning and assessment that are being used today. Show less

This title brings together what is known about workplace learning, examines it critically and… Show more

This title brings together what is known about workplace learning, examines it critically and proposes directions for future developments in both research and practice. The authors seek to provide frameworks for considering issues and new ways of representing the complexities of the field in an accessible form. Show less

Deals with the pros and cons of 'grading', that is, assessing and reporting levels of performance… Show more

Deals with the pros and cons of 'grading', that is, assessing and reporting levels of performance in competency-based VET. Existing policies and practices are examined in the light of current practices. A must for all those involved in competence-based assessment. Show less

A collection of papers for a wide audience within the VET sector who are tackling the issue of… Show more

A collection of papers for a wide audience within the VET sector who are tackling the issue of assessment and RPL in the workplace. Includes: research in competency-based assessment (CBA); assessment of knowledge, attitudes and values; peer; self- assessment; and needs of special workers. Show less

A practical book/manual which focuses on the important components of assessment. It has been… Show more

A practical book/manual which focuses on the important components of assessment. It has been written to assist teachers and trainers in VET who are delivering training either in formal institutional settings or in training rooms. Show less

A collection of papers aimed at teachers in vocational education and trainers in industry with some … Show more

A collection of papers aimed at teachers in vocational education and trainers in industry with some teaching/training and adult learning experience. Includes a policy context of human resource development, strategies for developing learning, and ways of assessing learning in the new VET context. Show less

This report explored the various aspects of course completion and non-completion. It identified… Show more

This report explored the various aspects of course completion and non-completion. It identified instances where program non-completions can be considered as successful student outcomes, possibly reflecting diverse student intentions. Show less

This document provides technical detail and supporting data for the research findings discussed in… Show more

This document provides technical detail and supporting data for the research findings discussed in ‘The student journey in VET: the many faces of completion and non-completion’. Show less

This publication provides a summary of the outcomes of international students who completed a… Show more

This publication provides a summary of the outcomes of international students who completed a nationally recognised vocational education and training (VET) qualification in Australia during 2022 using data collected in mid-2023. Show less

This product provides a short overview of the automotive industry and the VET sector as it pertains … Show more

This product provides a short overview of the automotive industry and the VET sector as it pertains to electric vehicles (EV) using NCVER and external information. Show less

Apprentices and trainees 2023 — September quarter provides a national picture of apprentice and… Show more

Apprentices and trainees 2023 — September quarter provides a national picture of apprentice and trainee activity, including both quarterly and annual figures that can be broken down by state and territory. Show less

This report shows a high proportion of trade and non-trade apprentice and trainee completers… Show more

This report shows a high proportion of trade and non-trade apprentice and trainee completers secured post-training employment. Show less

Research messages is a summary of research produced by NCVER each year. This year’s compilation… Show more

Research messages is a summary of research produced by NCVER each year. This year’s compilation includes a range of research activities undertaken during 2023, comprising of research reports, summaries, occasional papers, presentations, webinars, consultancies, submissions, the 32nd ‘No Frills’ national research conference, and various additions to VOCEDplus knowledge resources. Show less

Provides a summary of data relating to domestic Government-funded VET activity delivered in… Show more

Provides a summary of data relating to domestic Government-funded VET activity delivered in Australia. It contains information on students, programs, subjects, and training providers. Show less