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Students' perceptions of TAFE: a study of school students' views of TAFE as a post-school option

The broad aims of this study were to gain an understanding of how school students' views of TAFE have been formed, ... Show more
The broad aims of this study were to gain an understanding of how school students' views of TAFE have been formed, the kinds of influences which have been involved in the process, the effect these influences may have on subsequent choices about education and training, and the relative importance which educational policy and planning can attach to these factors.
The study also identifies those areas where school students, staff and parents need more information about tertiary education and training options. Ultimately, this will assist with the development of a strategy for improving the quality and targeting of information and thereby improve the basis upon which young people make their career decisions.
This is the full report, which gives more detail about particular findings and more information regarding project aims and methodology; for an executive summary outlining the overall findings see TD/TNC 32.04. Show less

Authors: Chapman, Greg; Smallwood, Jan

Date: 1992

Geographic subjects: Oceania; Australia

Resource type: Report, paper or authored book

Subjects: Vocational education and training; Evaluation; Youth ... [+] Show more
Students' perceptions of TAFE: a study of school students' views of TAFE as a post-school option: executive summary

The broad aims of this study were to gain an understanding of how school students' views of TAFE have been formed, ... Show more
The broad aims of this study were to gain an understanding of how school students' views of TAFE have been formed, the kinds of influences which have been involved in the process, the effect these influences may have on subsequent choices about education and training, and the relative importance which educational policy and planning can attach to these factors.
The study also identifies those areas where school students, staff and parents need more information about tertiary education and training options. Ultimately, this will assist with the development of a strategy for improving the quality and targeting of information and thereby improve the basis upon which young people make their career decisions.
This is the executive summary, which outlines the overall findings; for more detail about particular findings and more information regarding project aims and methodology see the full report at TD/TNC 32.03. Show less

Authors: Chapman, Greg; Smallwood, Jan

Date: 1993

Geographic subjects: Oceania; Australia

Resource type: Report, paper or authored book

Subjects: Vocational education and training; Evaluation; Youth ... [+] Show more
A study to evaluate the promotion, administration and effectiveness of the Registered Apprenticeship Program

The Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) in Alberta, Canada is an innovative program that facilitates practical ... Show more
The Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) in Alberta, Canada is an innovative program that facilitates practical learning for Alberta’s youth by allowing them to register as apprentices in high school. This study commissioned by Alberta Learning, Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) examines the promotion, administration and effectiveness of the program, explores whether the goals of RAP are being met and develops baseline data for the measurement and improvement of the program. It is based on a survey of RAP apprentices, parents, employers and high school representatives as well as interviews with Alberta Learning staff and representatives of CAREERS: The Next Generation (CNG). The report is structured as follows: the first section provides the background, purpose, objectives and scope of the study, outlines the approach and research program and clarifies terms and data reporting; section two summarises the participation of students, employers and high schools in RAP; sections three to six present the findings of the study in terms of the goals and measures established in the scope of the study, i.e. the promotion of apprenticeship training, providing alternative learning pathways, assisting school to work transition, and establishing partnerships in education and training between local employers and school; the seventh section presents stakeholder suggestions for program improvement; sections eight and nine summarise the overall observations and recommendations and provide a conclusion. Also included as appendices are: Survey instruments; and Survey call summary. Show less

Corporate authors: HarGroup Management Consultants ... [+] Show more

Date: 2001

Geographic subjects: North America; Canada

Resource type: Report, paper or authored book

Subjects: Youth; Participation; Students ... [+] Show more
How school students see TAFE

This article reports on a recent study (’Students’ perceptions of TAFE: a study of school students’ views of TAFE a ... Show more
This article reports on a recent study (’Students’ perceptions of TAFE: a study of school students’ views of TAFE as a post-school option’ by Greg Chapman and Jan Smallwood; see TD/TNC 32.03) into the attitudes of high school students to vocational training. The results show that school teachers need to develop their own understanding of vocational training. Show less

Authors: Chapman, Greg

Date: 1993

Geographic subjects: Oceania; Australia

Resource type: Article

Journal title: Australian training review

Subjects: Vocational education and training; Evaluation; Youth ... [+] Show more

Students' perceptions of TAFE: a study of school students' views of TAFE as a post-school option

Students' perceptions of TAFE: a study of school students' views of TAFE as a post-school option: executive summary

A study to evaluate the promotion, administration and effectiveness of the Registered Apprenticeship Program

How school students see TAFE