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This paper argues that dominant constructions of vocational education and training are too narrow and derived from technicist notions of work. With respect to the employment contract associated with waged work such constructions are presented as being in the general interests of employers. For this reason, the concept of work-related learning is proposed. Within this broader framework the democratic right of working people to contribute to the organisation and structure of work is explored. Some case studies of workplaces organised in different ways are presented. This is followed by further exploration of alternate forms of political economy.

Volumes of collected papers are indexed from TD/TNC 64.481 to TD/TNC 64.483. Individual papers are indexed from TD/TNC 62.625 to TD/TNC 62.632 and from TD/TNC 64.484 to TD/TNC 64.541. Show less

This document investigates some of the issues faced by mature aged (generally over the age of 45) workers when they become unemployed. Mission Australia is a community service organisation providing community and employment services throughout Australia. To compile this report, Mission Australia conducted research at their employment and training centres around the nation where staff maintain strong links with the unemployed, employers and major industry bodies. The information gathered provides insight into the problems experienced by mature aged job seekers and enables Mission Australia to propose improvements to existing support and employment services and innovative strategies for addressing unemployment. The report begins with demographic data relating to unemployment for the mature age group and other factors such as gender, ethnicity, and the regional and industry distribution of unemployment. It then examines the causes and effects of unemployment, the barriers to gaining employment and possible solutions such as innovation in Job Network and other programs, adopting different approaches to job searching, and starting a business. The report concludes that solutions can be found if governments, communities, employers and non-government organisations build a strong partnership to address the issues. Seven recommendations are made in support of this goal. Show less