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Pedagogical practices across the tertiary sector: summarising the literature on the pedagogical support for students moving from VET into universities

This paper summaries issues and identifies gaps that have arisen from the initial review of literature associated w ... Show more
This paper summaries issues and identifies gaps that have arisen from the initial review of literature associated with the ‘Transition from VET to university: what are the pedagogical issues?’ research project. This is an on-going research project funded by [the National Centre for Vocational Education Research] NCVER. This study explores the pedagogical practices encountered by vocational education and training (VET) graduates making the transition into university programs. The research is looking to provide an evidence base for the development of strategies that will enhance the student’s experience of cross-sectoral transition. The aims of this project are in line with the recommendations of the Bradley Review and subsequent moves by Australian universities to attract VET graduates into undergraduate university programs. Amongst the gaps identified are: the need for direct findings devised from speaking with VET students going into higher education; evaluating the adaptability of VET students transitioning to the pedagogical practices utilized in higher education; and exploring whether the use of authentic learning tasks and assessment might be appropriate within first year higher education programs.
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Authors: Brown, Mike; Withers, Erin; Down, Catherine M.; Figgis, Jane ... [+] Show more

Conference name: Australian Vocational Education and Training Research Association Conference

Date: 2011

Geographic subjects: Australia; Oceania

Resource type: Conference paper

Subjects: Research; Pathways; Teaching and learning ... [+] Show more

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Pedagogical practices across the tertiary sector: summarising the literature on the pedagogical support for students moving from VET into universities