Stepping stones: TAFE and ACE program development for early school leavers
Authors:
Johanna Wyn, Helen Stokes, Debra Tyler
Publication date: 
16 February 2004
Publication type:
Formal report
Theme:
Students and individuals > Learner groups > Early school-leavers
ISBN:
1 920895 09 4 print; 1 920895 10 8 web
The adult and community (ACE) sector and technical and futher education (TAFE) institutes provide programs for young people which re-connect them to education. This report suggests these programs and settings are considered effective pathways for some young people who have left school early. The researchers found students are attracted to the programs by key features, including the quality of relationships between students and staff, flexible mode of delivery, choice of study areas, and opportunities for personal autonomy.