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Using the framework developed by NCVER, this case study evaluation reveals the extent to which NCVER… Show more

Using the framework developed by NCVER, this case study evaluation reveals the extent to which NCVER's publications are influencing policy and practice in the vocational education and training sector. Show less

This first reporting of total VET activity has enriched our current knowledge of the VET market and… Show more

This first reporting of total VET activity has enriched our current knowledge of the VET market and begins to tell the story of Australia’s training market through preliminary analysis and comparisons of government-funded training providers, and private training providers. Show less

Transferable skills perform an invaluable role in cross-occupational mobility, but there are opportu… Show more

Transferable skills perform an invaluable role in cross-occupational mobility, but there are opportunities to improve the way they are developed and how they are understood in the labour market. Show less

The vocational education and training sector plays an important role in helping displaced workers fi… Show more

The vocational education and training sector plays an important role in helping displaced workers find jobs, but is there more that can be done? Show less

This literature review discusses methods for better engaging survey respondents, in particular the g… Show more

This literature review discusses methods for better engaging survey respondents, in particular the gamification of web surveys as well as optimising surveys for multiple mobile devices. Show less

One size doesn’t fit all: completion and employment gaps exist between different groups of disadvant… Show more

One size doesn’t fit all: completion and employment gaps exist between different groups of disadvantaged learners and their non-disadvantaged peers, which requires a tailored approach for disadvantaged students. But closing the completion gap will not necessarily result in closing the employment gap.  Show less

What role does vocational education and training play in enabling students to fully participate in s… Show more

What role does vocational education and training play in enabling students to fully participate in social and economic life? Show less

The 2015 National VET Research Conference provided an opportunity for researchers and practitioners… Show more

The 2015 National VET Research Conference provided an opportunity for researchers and practitioners in vocational education and training (VET) to engage with three major themes: youth, pathways and skills. Show less

Research published by NCVER in 2015 can be broadly categorised into two streams: qualifications and… Show more

Research published by NCVER in 2015 can be broadly categorised into two streams: qualifications and participation. Show less

Graduate programs have the potential to improve the number of VET students employed in their intende… Show more

Graduate programs have the potential to improve the number of VET students employed in their intended occupation after training; but are they feasible for VET students and what are the benefits of work-integrated learning? Show less

This paper assesses the value and implications of eight proposed enhancements to the Longitudinal Su… Show more

This paper assesses the value and implications of eight proposed enhancements to the Longitudinal Surveys of Australian Youth. Show less

This research overview summarises three reports by Kaye Bowman and Suzy McKenna, which examine the c… Show more

This research overview summarises three reports by Kaye Bowman and Suzy McKenna, which examine the commonalities and differences in Australia's jurisdictional approaches to student training entitlement, offer expert views on the training system, and reflect on the history of VET in Australia. Show less

This report documents the implementation of the national student training entitlement funding model… Show more

This report documents the implementation of the national student training entitlement funding model within Australia's states and territories, and assesses the commonalities and differences between the jurisdictions. Show less

This paper reflects on the history of VET in Australia over the last two decades and explores the ho… Show more

This paper reflects on the history of VET in Australia over the last two decades and explores the how the system has evolved in an effort to strike a balance between specific local, industry and learner needs. Show less

This paper summarises a variety of views on the development of the nationally-coordinated student en… Show more

This paper summarises a variety of views on the development of the nationally-coordinated student entitlement system from 17 thought leaders with longstanding involvement in the VET system. Show less

This report is the final report of a three-year program of research that aimed to investigate what m… Show more

This report is the final report of a three-year program of research that aimed to investigate what might constitute an effective continuing education and training system. This report discusses the final stage of the project and proposes ways forward. Show less

This report looks at whether it is possible to link data from the Longitudinal Surveys of Australian… Show more

This report looks at whether it is possible to link data from the Longitudinal Surveys of Australian Youth (LSAY) with external data sources to improve the breadth of information available from the survey. Show less

This guide is designed to assist tertiary practitioners in determining and implementing additional s… Show more

This guide is designed to assist tertiary practitioners in determining and implementing additional supports for students with a disability or mental illness. Show less

Disability can significantly disrupt educational attainment, negatively impacting on employment pros… Show more

Disability can significantly disrupt educational attainment, negatively impacting on employment prospects, career development and lifetime earnings. What can be done to help support students with a disability or mental illness? Show less

This infographic highlights the key principles and three crucial stages that employers could use to… Show more

This infographic highlights the key principles and three crucial stages that employers could use to support their older displaced workers find new employment. Show less