GEC4526

Adult and vocational education and training - policies and practices

Ms A Clemans

8 points
* Second semester
* Distance/Gippsland

Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to review the historical context of national and state provision of adult and vocational education and training; examine debates surrounding the introduction of current adult and vocational education and training policies; explore pedagogical issues and implications associated with current adult and vocational education and training policy; review the policy frameworks applying to adult and vocational provision in a range of workplace contexts - literacy, community education, secondary schools, labour market programs, TAFE institutes; and analyse pedagogical practices which attempt to utilise the workplace environment and integrate work performance.

Synopsis This subject is designed for those who are interested, or are presently working, in educational contexts in which teaching and learning may be described as vocational and therefore work-related. It will focus on a set of government reports and governmental structures that play a role in structuring training reform. These reports will be studied as a way of identifying the key concepts that have influenced current education and training agendas. This subject will also explore connections between policy and educational practice and administration.

Assessment Assignment (1000 words): 30%
* Essay (3000 words): 70%

Recommended texts

Foley G Understanding adult education and training Allen and Unwin, 1995
Harris R, Guthrie H, Hobart B and Lundberg D Competency-based education and training: Between a rock and a whirlpool Macmillan, 1995
Hart M U Working and educating for life: Feminist and international perspectives on adult education Routledge, 1992