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Serving client needs in regional and local communities 9 October 2003
By Lesley Farrell, Linda Wyse

This report explores how, and to what extent training packages are locally customised to meet the… Show more

This report explores how, and to what extent training packages are locally customised to meet the needs of stakeholders in regional and local communities. In doing so it investigates who the stakeholders are, what they want from training and whether their needs are being met. Show less
Learning online: Benefits and barriers in regional… 13 May 2003
By Sue Kilpatrick, Helen Bound

A companion document to Learning online: Benefits and barriers in regional Australia - Volume 1.… Show more

A companion document to Learning online: Benefits and barriers in regional Australia - Volume 1. Volume 1 contains the main report while this volume contains the case studies. Show less
Online learning on location: Perspectives from regional… 13 May 2003
By Roslin Brennan, Chris Horton, Cathy McNickle, Janet Osborne, Katie Scholten

This report looks at what helps organisations develop their capability in online learning and what… Show more

This report looks at what helps organisations develop their capability in online learning and what helps them develop a strategic approach to offering and supporting online learning. A multi-stage qualitative process was used to gather data from students, teachers, developers and stakeholders engaged in online learning in four providers drawn from regional areas in three states. Show less
Learning online: Benefits and barriers in regional… 13 May 2003
By Sue Kilpatrick, Helen Bound

Online learning in regional areas is examined in this report. Data from eight providers across four … Show more

Online learning in regional areas is examined in this report. Data from eight providers across four states are analysed, with closer examination of nine courses. The report is published in two volumes. Volume 1 is the main report and volume 2, which is available in PDF format only, contains the case studies. Show less
Learning music online: An accessible learning programme for … 18 February 2003
By Austin Bond

This project was a pilot instrumental music teaching course in basic guitar instruction to 12… Show more

This project was a pilot instrumental music teaching course in basic guitar instruction to 12 volunteer students (school and adult). A control group of four students were taught in the traditional manner with face-to-face instruction from a local tutor. Eight were taught via the internet in remote locations of Western Australia. The report recorded significant issues with teaching practical music Show less
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Differentiating needs: Customer demand for online training 28 November 2003
By Kristine Peters, Carolyn Lloyd

This study investigates which market groups are most likely to take up and use online vocational… Show more

This study investigates which market groups are most likely to take up and use online vocational education and training (VET) delivery, and identifies key factors that influence demand from these groups. Students undertaking training to change their careers or improve their skills, and self-employed people are the most likely to favour online delivery. Potential employer markets include group Show less
The agile organisation: Case studies of the impact of… 28 November 2003
By Phoebe Palmieri

This report uses four case studies to examine how human resource practices of TAFE institutes have… Show more

This report uses four case studies to examine how human resource practices of TAFE institutes have changed to accommodate flexible delivery and the changing roles of staff. It reveals that a whole of organisation customer-service philosophy is a useful basis for flexible delivery and the trend is towards team-based approaches. The detailed findings in this report mirror those in the report 'The Show less
Extending learning opportunities: A study of co-operation… 5 November 2003
By Chris Robinson, Josie Misko

Queensland is leading Australia in offering vocational education and training (VET) options to… Show more

Queensland is leading Australia in offering vocational education and training (VET) options to students through the VET in Schools program, and has the highest rate of school students enrolled in technical and further education (TAFE) institutes. However, the success of such initiatives is dependent on the ability to transfer qualifications gained (part or full) across educational sectors. The Show less
The job finding methods of young people in Australia: An… 1 November 2003
By Rob Strathdee, Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER), Alfred Michael Dockery

The transition from school to work continues to be difficult for some Australian school-leavers and … Show more

The transition from school to work continues to be difficult for some Australian school-leavers and youth unemployment remains high. This report looks at the methods used by Australian school-leavers to find employment, focusing on the social processes involved. The aim of the report is to assess various relationships. In particular, the relationship between schooling, social background and job Show less
Getting connected: Professional development of contract and … 31 October 2003
By Tom Stehlik, Michele Simons, Lyn Kerkham, Ron Pearce, Judy Gronold

This volume is a companion to Getting connected: Professional development of contract and casual… Show more

This volume is a companion to Getting connected: Professional development of contract and casual staff providing flexible delivery - Volume 1. The detailed report of the project is contained in volume 1 while volume 2 contains the appendices. Show less
The impact of flexible delivery on human resource… 31 October 2003
By Cathy McNickle, Narelle Cameron

This research surveyed senior and middle managers in 15 TAFE institutes to determine their… Show more

This research surveyed senior and middle managers in 15 TAFE institutes to determine their understanding of the human resource issues and the implications associated with the use of flexible delivery. Professional development, workload, job design and performance management, and workforce planning are identified as three critical human resource issues. Show less
Getting connected: Professional development of contract and … 31 October 2003
By Tom Stehlik, Michele Simons, Lyn Kerkham, Ron Pearce, Judy Gronold

The experiences of contract and casual staff 'getting connected' with flexible delivery and online… Show more

The experiences of contract and casual staff 'getting connected' with flexible delivery and online learning technologies and engaging in professional development is the focus of this report. The study finds a significant proportion of professional development relies heavily on learning by doing, informal learning, and networking with colleagues. Show less
What do TAFE students pay? A review of charging policies in … 27 October 2003
By Louise Watson

The current, various policies for fees and charges in the public vocational education and training… Show more

The current, various policies for fees and charges in the public vocational education and training (VET) system in each state and territory are the focus of this report. It finds that due to a host of reasons there is little to no consistency to fees and charges across Australia, and many variations between public VET providers within the same state and territory. Implications arising from this Show less
Implementing innovative approaches to learning and… 21 October 2003
By Michele Simons, Dave Meyers, Roger Harris, Kaaren Blom

Training packages are a key reform of the vocational education and training (VET) system. This… Show more

Training packages are a key reform of the vocational education and training (VET) system. This report describes how the implementation of training packages has led to new, flexible approaches to training and assessment at six case study sites. It also shows this implementation has affected the role of registered training organisations, industry bodies, and enterprises. While most of these changes Show less
Quality indicators in vocational education and training:… 20 October 2003
By Kaaren Blom, Dave Meyers

This report explores the ways in which quality is defined and understood within vocational… Show more

This report explores the ways in which quality is defined and understood within vocational education and training (VET) systems, and the indicators that various systems and institutions have adopted around the world. The quality indicators have been brought together into an evaluative framework and reveal Australia's need to consider how to accommodate the aspirations of learners in a changing Show less
How small business learnt about goods and services tax:… 9 October 2003
By Stephen Billett, Lisa Ehrich, Bernie Hernon-Tinning

Small businesses, like larger enterprises, need the capacity to respond to the changing demands and … Show more

Small businesses, like larger enterprises, need the capacity to respond to the changing demands and requirements of the economy. This report identifies opportunities for Australia's vocational education and training (VET) system to work collaboratively with local associations, organisations and networks to meet the educational needs of small business. It confirms small business operators learn Show less
Pathways to apprenticeships 8 September 2003
By Tom Dumbrell

A descriptive analysis of recent pathways to apprenticeships is presented in this report. It finds… Show more

A descriptive analysis of recent pathways to apprenticeships is presented in this report. It finds pre-apprenticeship programs can play an effective role providing short-term vocational training to young people as a means of improving their chances to gaining an apprenticeship. The report is based on analysis of NCVER data and interviews with students, trainers, training experts, and Show less
Assessing and certifying generic skills: What is happening… 5 September 2003
By Berwyn Clayton, Kaaren Blom, David Meyers, Andrea Bateman

Assessing generic skills in a selection of training packages is the focus of this report. Based on… Show more

Assessing generic skills in a selection of training packages is the focus of this report. Based on case studies, the authors also examine how these skills are understood by trainers and learners. The report contains a comprehensive literature review of assessment of generic skills. Show less
Indigenous people in vocational education and training: A… 2 September 2003
By John Saunders, Michael Jones, Kaye Bowman, Phil Loveder, Louise Brooks

This report provides a statistical overview of Indigenous peoples' participation and outcomes in… Show more

This report provides a statistical overview of Indigenous peoples' participation and outcomes in vocational education and training (VET) over the period of implementation of the Australian National Training Authority's 'Partners in a learning culture' strategy. It was developed as an outcome of the mid-term review of this strategy. The data analysis provides base benchmarks against which trends Show less
Making experience work: Generic skills through the eyes of… 26 August 2003
By Crina Virgona, Peter Waterhouse, Robyn Sefton, Jill Sanguinetti

This volume is a companion to 'Making experience work: Generic skills through the eyes of displaced … Show more

This volume is a companion to 'Making experience work: Generic skills through the eyes of displaced workers - Volume 1'. The detailed report of the project is contained in volume 1 while volume 2 contains the appendices. Show less

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