Creativity, Innovation and Enterprise – What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
We all have many ideas but only few become opportunities for positive change. Sounds familiar? Dr. Marcus Powe, EIC Growth Pty Ltd, is an expert in assisting leaders implement, embed and measure creativity and innovation systems that result in … Read More
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Educating the nurses of the future
Nurses are really important people in our national health system. In this first review since one in 2002 their education and training is a key component of the terms of reference. The review In a press release in January 2019, Senator the Hon. … Read More
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International students studying VET offshore
In addition to those who come to Australia to study VET programs, there are also offerings in their home countries. A snapshot and infographic for 2017 provide some insights. VET offshore “Since 2015, data on offshore VET students and VET … Read More
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NCVER releases its 2018 research messages
NCVER has released its consolidated research messages for 2018. Here they are, and they cover a range of topics. The topics There are several themes the messages cover, including structures and systems for skilling and learning, teaching and … Read More
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CEO MESSAGE Inclusive Connection: Engaging with People You Don’t Quite Understand This year’s MC for the Conference is Dr. Rich Allen and keynote speaker on engaging with people that don’t quite understand. As teachers, we seek to inspire, trust … Read More
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The 2019-20 Federal Budget: What it means for VET
The budget was released on 2 April. There are a number of ‘big ticket items’ in it as well other proposals. The budget in summary Articles in the Age and commentary by KPMG highlight some of the major areas the budget addresses. According to the … Read More
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Joyce VET Review released
In addition to the 2019-20 budget April 2 also saw the release of the independent review of Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) sector led by the Honourable Steven Joyce. Its aim was to examine ways to deliver skilled workers for a … Read More
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Deadline extended to 1 July 2019 TAE upgrade
2016 saw an upgrade to the Training and Education (TAE) Training Package. New core units were added: ‘Design and develop assessment tools’ and ‘Address adult language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills.’ A media release in July 2017 from the … Read More
[Read More]VDC Teaching & Learning Conference May 2019: Program Announced!
It gives me great pleasure to announce the release of the 2019 VDC Teaching and Learning Conference Program. We are excited about this year’s conference as it explores how practitioners and students can be Inspired, build Trust and Educate each … Read More
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Young People: Is VET failing them?
Sponsored by the Centre for Vocational and Educational Policy at the University of Melbourne, Shelley Mallett and Diane Brown from the Brotherhood of St Lawrence present their ideas for radical changes in governance, institutional arrangements, … Read More
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