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New research shows the definition of a ‘quality’ VET sector can vary widely by stakeholder group and… Show more

New research shows the definition of a ‘quality’ VET sector can vary widely by stakeholder group and expected training outcomes, making both explaining and measuring quality in Australia’s VET system more complicated than it seems. Show less

As participation rates of young people in VET decline, opportunities exist to engage and retain earl… Show more

As participation rates of young people in VET decline, opportunities exist to engage and retain early school leavers in VET. Show less

Interviews with teachers, students and employers found that social media can help to improve student… Show more

Interviews with teachers, students and employers found that social media can help to improve student engagement and lead to more course completions; however, there were some concerns around its use. Show less

This good practice guide explores the types of social media being used in vocational education and t… Show more

This good practice guide explores the types of social media being used in vocational education and training (VET) courses, the benefits and pitfalls of using social media in teaching and learning, as well as tips for incorporating into VET courses. Show less

NCVER's new strategic plan is based on the results of an extensive independent review, designed to… Show more

NCVER's new strategic plan is based on the results of an extensive independent review, designed to ascertain how we are perceived and how our data and products are used. Show less

This study investigates the ways in which school students and their parents, carers and teachers tal… Show more

This study investigates the ways in which school students and their parents, carers and teachers talk about VET. Show less

This summary brings together the findings from two research projects looking at the aspirations, int… Show more

This summary brings together the findings from two research projects looking at the aspirations, intentions and choice of students considering vocational education and training. Show less

This research offers insight into the options available to individuals as they navigate the VET mark… Show more

This research offers insight into the options available to individuals as they navigate the VET market. Show less

The main socio-demographic characteristics associated with being persistently not employed, in educa… Show more

The main socio-demographic characteristics associated with being persistently not employed, in education or training (NEET) are early school leaving and having children. Show less

Approximately 70% of all employees in Australia participated in formal or non-formal education and t… Show more

Approximately 70% of all employees in Australia participated in formal or non-formal education and training in 2011—12, and a significant majority of them received employer support for it. Show less

This paper investigates the role of VET in developing digital skills in the Australian workforce, us… Show more

This paper investigates the role of VET in developing digital skills in the Australian workforce, using two sectors as case studies - Transport and Logistics, and Public Safety and Correctional Services. Show less

Through investigations into how the VET sector can contribute to innovation, we find opportunities f… Show more

Through investigations into how the VET sector can contribute to innovation, we find opportunities for innovation through an applied research agenda. Show less

This guide suggests ways the vocational education and training sector can develop an applied researc… Show more

This guide suggests ways the vocational education and training sector can develop an applied research capability to help secure its place in Australia's innovation system. Show less

This document explains the VET Applied Research Developmental Framework, created as part of a projec… Show more

This document explains the VET Applied Research Developmental Framework, created as part of a project that explored how the vocational education and training (VET) sector could broaden its engagement in Australia’s research and development (R&D) and innovation systems. Show less

This infographic is based on the reports Australian vocational education and training statistics: VE… Show more

This infographic is based on the reports Australian vocational education and training statistics: VET in Schools 2016 and VET in Schools students: characteristics and post-school employment and training. Show less

New research shows that five years after participating in VET in Schools, 87% of students were worki… Show more

New research shows that five years after participating in VET in Schools, 87% of students were working, studying or both. Show less

Key types of ROI for individuals arising from TVET include employment and productivity (i.e. higher… Show more

Key types of ROI for individuals arising from TVET include employment and productivity (i.e. higher wages) as well as highly valued job-related returns. Show less

There is an increasing importance of entrepreneurial skills in the Australian economy. This paper lo… Show more

There is an increasing importance of entrepreneurial skills in the Australian economy. This paper looks at how the vocational education and training sector can play a role in developing these skills. Show less

A look at the role VET currently plays in developing the skills of entrepreneurs, and how this may b… Show more

A look at the role VET currently plays in developing the skills of entrepreneurs, and how this may be further developed in the future. Show less

Employer perspectives of workforce training, across three industries (red meat processing, road frei… Show more

Employer perspectives of workforce training, across three industries (red meat processing, road freight transport, and international freight forwarding) in both urban and regional areas. Show less