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This study identifies the literacy and numeracy support systems available
for Indigenous students in vocational education and training (VET) and
determines which systems work most successfully for both students and
teachers.
- Literacy and numeracy skills are highly valued by Indigenous students
and community members and are the key to further training, education
and employment.
- Literacy and numeracy support actually given to Indigenous students
remains inadequate across much of the VET sector, although effective
support systems are available.
- The study identifies one-on-one support in the form of in-class
tutorial support and peer tutoring as the most effective method of
delivering
literacy and numeracy to Indigenous VET students.
- Funding arrangements must accommodate the best practice model for
Indigenous education; this can be achieved through flexible funding
and institute structures.
- As the relationship between teacher/tutor and the student is of
primary importance to Indigenous students, there is a need for more
Indigenous
staff throughout the VET sector, including teachers/trainers, administrators
and support staff. Cross-cultural training should be made available
for non-Indigenous teachers delivering courses in which Indigenous
students are enrolled.
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