Exploring locality: The impact of context on Indigenous vocational education and training aspirations and outcomes
Authors:
Susan Gelade, Tom Stehlik
Publication date:
14 April 2004
Publication type:
Formal report
Themes:
Students and individuals > Learner groups > Indigenous students
Students and individuals > Learner groups > Students in specific regions
Students and individuals > Student achievements and outcomes > General
Students and individuals > Student achievements and outcomes > Other outcomes
VET in context > Regional issues > General
VET in context > Social issues > General
ISBN:
1 920895 54 X print; 1 920895 55 8 web
The impact of urban, regional, and remote location on Indigenous vocational education and training (VET) students' aspirations and outcomes is examined in this report. It finds the availability of desired courses, teaching staff, and community attitudes to learning in the various locations influence the success of outcomes of Indigenous students. However, successful outcomes other than those related to employment or further education can emerge from VET. Accordingly, the authors suggest benefits such as improved literacy and confidence, and community wellbeing should be considered when formulating Indigenous learning approaches.
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