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New directions in Australia's skill formation: Lifelong learning is the key

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Item:454
Title:New directions in Australia's skill formation: Lifelong learning is the key
Authors:Chris Robinson
Publication date: 11 June 2000
Publication type:Research report
Theme:VET in context > Lifelong learning > General
ISBN:0 87397 619 0 print; 0 87397 620 7 web

The education of the population and the skilling of the workforce are the factors which are going to determine a nation's fortunes in the 21st century much more than they have in the 20th century. The skills base of a nation and the speed with which skilling can adjust to meet new requirements will be as important, if not more important in determining economic success than a nation's natural resources and financial capital base. These changes will not be achieved without further significant reform to our education and training system. This report discusses these issues and the direction for the future.

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