468-403 Contextual Issues in Curriculum

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On completion of this subject students should be able to:

• describe the role of vocational education and training [VET] within an historical, economic and global context, in relation to the nature and distribution of work and the importance of lifelong learning;

• critically analyse curriculum policy, and explain the implications of national VET policy, for example, the National Training Reform Agenda;

• demonstrate an understanding of the nature of VET, including the structure, management, economics, relationships with industry and other stakeholders and the cultures of various significant groups; and

• critically evaluate current and alternative structures accommodating people under-represented in VET, for example, those from a non-English speaking background, women, Koori and unemployed people and those without adequate social, literacy and numeracy skills.

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Historical, global, political, economic and industrial developments which are influencing current and future trends in vocational curriculum development and practice in Australia and elsewhere; policy analysis, development and organisational structures in VET; client groups and providers within the VET sector; and emergent issues for VET practitioners.

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