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The quality and rigour of assessments in VET have been key concerns for VET policy-makers, which… Show more

The quality and rigour of assessments in VET have been key concerns for VET policy-makers, which questions the credibility of VET qualifications. Show less

Assessing annual training participation targets requires accurate information but when the tool for … Show more

Assessing annual training participation targets requires accurate information but when the tool for measuring participation rates includes information that is updated every five years, how accurate are the estimations in the intervening years? Show less

Most disadvantaged learners enrol in lower-level VET qualifications as a starting point to… Show more

Most disadvantaged learners enrol in lower-level VET qualifications as a starting point to re-engaging in education, which makes the transition to university less likely. Show less

Manufacturing and retail industries tend to dominate in more economically vulnerable regions while… Show more

Manufacturing and retail industries tend to dominate in more economically vulnerable regions while it's the reverse for mining and construction. Show less

Parental influence plays a significant role in their children's educational aspirations.

Parental influence plays a significant role in their children's educational aspirations. Show less

Personal reasons and family commitments predominantly drive labour mobility decisions.

Personal reasons and family commitments predominantly drive labour mobility decisions. Show less

It's not just about the money when moving location for work.

It's not just about the money when moving location for work. Show less

Employment-related reasons are the most commonly cited reasons for not completing an… Show more

Employment-related reasons are the most commonly cited reasons for not completing an apprenticeship.  Show less

People undertake vocational education and training (VET) study for mainly employment-related… Show more

People undertake vocational education and training (VET) study for mainly employment-related reasons but are they ending up in their intended occupations once they complete their study? And if they are not, do they still find their training relevant? Show less

Apprentices aren't what they used to be, or are they?

Apprentices aren't what they used to be, or are they? Show less

Enrolments have increased since the implementation of the Victorian Training Guarantee between July … Show more

Enrolments have increased since the implementation of the Victorian Training Guarantee between July 2009 and January 2011 but has this first round of VET reforms led to improved outcomes for all learners? Show less

Differences persist between genders in the uptake of physical and life science careers.

Differences persist between genders in the uptake of physical and life science careers. Show less

Married women who are active in the workforce play a significant role in influencing their husbands … Show more

Married women who are active in the workforce play a significant role in influencing their husbands to follow suit. Show less

Educational aspirations have a large impact on educational outcomes.

Educational aspirations have a large impact on educational outcomes. Show less

Developing students' information literacy skills can help make the transition from VET to… Show more

Developing students' information literacy skills can help make the transition from VET to university more successful. Show less

Interviews with workers and managers show differences in their reasons for engaging in continuing… Show more

Interviews with workers and managers show differences in their reasons for engaging in continuing education. Show less

Socioeconomic status is still a major influence on school performance.

Socioeconomic status is still a major influence on school performance. Show less

Increasing education levels are contributing to improved productivity.

Increasing education levels are contributing to improved productivity. Show less

While much research has been conducted on the influence of individual and family characteristics on … Show more

While much research has been conducted on the influence of individual and family characteristics on social exclusion, very little has examined the role of community and neighbourhood factors. Show less

How vocational education and training (VET) practitioners understand and use competency standards… Show more

How vocational education and training (VET) practitioners understand and use competency standards is of fundamental importance to the quality and integrity of the Australian VET system. This study seeks to address this question by gaining insights from VET practitioners. Show less