Improving Quality Assurance In European Vocational Education And Training

Author : Adrie J. Visscher
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2009-04-29
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781402095276

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Improving Quality Assurance in European Vocational Education and Training by Adrie J. Visscher Pdf

Many resources are invested in the development and introduction of Quality Assurance Systems in educational institutions all over the world. Our assumption is that, as a result of quality assurance activities, practitioners obtain information about their own functioning and institutional performance which is new and valuable to them and which therefore will form a basis for them to improve performance. This assumption proves to be naïve; too often performance feedback is under-utilized, and evaluations become void, legitimizing rites instead of a basis for organizational learning and the improvement of institutions. The aim of this book was to find out when educational institutions do transform Quality Assurance data into actions to improve performance, and how the use of such data can be promoted. This volume reports on the study of Quality Assurance structures and activities in 36 educational institutes in 6 European Countries and presents guidelines for Quality Assurance.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9289606223

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Accreditation and Quality Assurance in Vocational Education and Training by Anonim Pdf

Author : Wouter van den Berghe,European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UVA:X004009731

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Quality Issues and Trends in Vocational Education and Training in Europe by Wouter van den Berghe,European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training Pdf

Recoge: 1. Quality concepts and their application to vocational education and training - 2. Quality assurance and control systems in vocational education and training - 3. Quality systems in European vocational training - 4. Vocational training quality issues in Europe - 5. Conclusions and recommendations for further research.

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2021-02-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264356665

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Getting Skills Right Improving the Quality of Non-Formal Adult Learning Learning from European Best Practices on Quality Assurance by OECD Pdf

The COVID-19 crisis has reiterated the importance of adult learning and career guidance services as many adults have lost their jobs and now require upskilling and reskilling opportunities in order to keep pace with the rapidly evolving world of work. Yet, in order to achieve its positive gains, adult training needs to be of high quality and ensure successful learning experiences for all participants.

Author : Erwin Seyfried,Klaus Kohlmeyer,Rafael Furth-Riedesser,European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Business networks
ISBN : UVA:X004361400

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Supporting Quality in Vocational Training Through Networking by Erwin Seyfried,Klaus Kohlmeyer,Rafael Furth-Riedesser,European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training Pdf

Recoge: 1.Introduction - 2.Research approach and methods - 3.The networks on quality - 4.Quality through networking-an analysis of the case studies - 5.Conclusions and recommendations - 6 References - 7.Authors of the case studies - 8.Tables - 9.Illustrations.

Author : Eckart Severing,Thomas Stahl
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UVA:X004032784

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Quality Assurance in In-house Continuing Training by Eckart Severing,Thomas Stahl Pdf

Nine European Community Member States (Belgium, Germany, France, Greece, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, Spain, and United Kingdom) conducted national studies that involved case studies of quality assurance in continuing education. Analysis of findings indicated that many firms regarded continuing training as a central instrument for achieving economic goals and as an investment. Two different forms of cooperation between firms and training providers were identified. Large enterprises systematically planned, designed, implemented, and evaluated their personnel advancement and continuing training procedures as an integral part of corporate strategy. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were dependent for their planning and quality assurance needs on external help. The burden of quality control was increasingly passing from the customers to the suppliers of continuing training. Training institutions had to be able to verify the quality of their offerings credibly. Quality assurance methods would contribute to improved continuing training if the formal training requirements were given a teaching-related content and SMEs received external help from training providers. In addition, self-assessment should be encouraged, and the technical side of learning and teaching should be evaluated. (An appendix contains summaries of the status and future prospects of quality assurance in continuing training in the countries studied.) (YLB)

Author : Søren P. Nielsen,Karel Visser
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Occupational training
ISBN : IND:30000138820422

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Quality Debate in Initial Vocational Education by Søren P. Nielsen,Karel Visser Pdf

This report presents the overall quality assurance framework for initial vocational education in Denmark and the Netherlands and 10 case studies on quality assurance initiatives at Dutch and Danish vocational colleges. Chapter 1 provides an overview of the policy context on quality. Chapter 2 views the quality debate from the perspective of the decentralization or deregulation of vocational education and training (VET) policies (from the government's point of view) and greater autonomy for colleges (from the school's point of view) during recent years. A general conceptual framework is offered for the description of the policy context, quality programs, and case studies. Chapter 3 describes the policy context of initial vocational education at the secondary level within which the quality initiatives of the vocational colleges are taking place. The Danish and the Dutch policy contexts are described separately, followed by a comparison between the countries that highlights similarities and differences in the contexts and programs of quality assurance. Chapter 4 presents 10 case studies describing and discussing the different ways chosen by Dutch or Danish vocational colleges to improve quality. Four case studies emphasize quality activities based on a program of external quality assurance; six place emphasis on fully inhouse quality systems and programs. Chapter 5 provides an evaluation of the implementation of school-based quality concepts in the two countries. Appendixes contain 17 references and background information about the national systems of VET. (YLB)

Author : Johannes Köper,Hans J. Zaremba
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783642576447

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Quality Management and Qualification Needs 2 by Johannes Köper,Hans J. Zaremba Pdf

A research network has examined how quality management is implemented in small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in Europe and what the consequences are for the qualification needs of employees. The research has taken place within the framework of the Leonardo da Vinci programme, which is an action programme of the European Commission DG XXII - Education Training and Youth. This book presents conclusions including three parts: "Results" deriving from the sector studies - specialised "Scientific contributions" of network partners - "Action-oriented dialogue" documenting comments of key actors in vocational training from the participating countries. Special objectives are: Support of quality-oriented development of SMEs and their staff; Support of quality-oriented development of vocational education and training; Support of implementation requirements including regional aspects.

Author : Commission of the European Communities. Directorate-General for Education, Training and Youth
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Education
ISBN : UVA:X002688470

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Development of Vocational Training Systems by Commission of the European Communities. Directorate-General for Education, Training and Youth Pdf

The EUROTECNET program was implemented to develop and improve vocational training policies and systems to meet the challenges of change in the economic and social situation through the development of innovative responses and actions. Each Member State of the European Community was asked to identify one issue of strategic and critical importance to the vocational training system that would benefit from a focused examination and debate at a national and European level. As a result, a series of conferences was launched in all 12 Member States. Each dealt with a different theme of critical importance for vocational training systems that was likely to benefit from innovative solutions. The discussions focused on the following topics: the learning organization and reinforcement of quality assurance; role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs); identification of individual competencies; a continuum of lifelong learning; involvement of social partners in the strategy for vocational education; and radical change in companies' in-house training. The following conclusions were reached: training was a part of a comprehensive approach to change; the greatest challenge was unemployment; change was posing new challenges for companies; innovation was needed; a new focus on the individual was crucial; employees should have core competencies; SMEs must invest in training; and the concept of partnership between industry and the vocational education and training systems must be applied more broadly. The biggest challenge was the acquisition of the new competencies for general workers. (YLB)

Author : Alexander W. Wiseman,Petrina M. Davidson
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2018-06-29
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781787437685

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Cross-nationally Comparative, Evidence-based Educational Policymaking and Reform by Alexander W. Wiseman,Petrina M. Davidson Pdf

In this volume scholars and policymakers examine how large-scale assessments and quantitative data are used to inform policy-making at all levels of education worldwide, and how data can be used to better understand specific national and regional educational challenges.

Author : Kuczera Małgorzata,Field Simon
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2018-04-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264298507

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OECD Reviews of Vocational Education and Training Apprenticeship in England, United Kingdom by Kuczera Małgorzata,Field Simon Pdf

One of a series of studies on vocational education and training, this review focuses on the apprenticeship system in England and concludes with policy recommendations.

Author : Jean-Marc Castejon,Borhène Chakroun,Mike Coles,Arjen Deij,Vincent McBride
Publisher : Anthem Press
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2011-02-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780857286581

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Developing Qualifications Frameworks in EU Partner Countries by Jean-Marc Castejon,Borhène Chakroun,Mike Coles,Arjen Deij,Vincent McBride Pdf

Qualifications systems are useful tools for modernising education and training. This publication focuses on the reality of policy development in different countries. After reminding the reader that education and training systems, and therefore qualifications systems, are always closely integrated with a country’s social and cultural priorities, this volume shows that there is evidence from a range of countries that learning can be enhanced by developing the recognition of learning through qualifications and by defining qualifications levels.

Author : Christine Ante
Publisher : Springer
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2016-09-23
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783319415703

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The Europeanisation of Vocational Education and Training by Christine Ante Pdf

This book explores the impact on EU member states of intensified European cooperation in the field of vocational education and training. By employing the Varieties of Capitalism approach as an analytical framework, it seeks to bridge diverging views from an innovative standpoint: While many experts argue that EU policies liberalize national training systems in spite of being ‘soft law’, Varieties of Capitalism argues that these polices do not produce a convergence of national institutions. The book maintains that European instruments such as the European Qualifications Framework and the European Credit System for Vocational Education and Training are indeed biased towards liberal training regimes. On the basis of case studies on Germany, the Netherlands and England, it shows that the initiatives were implemented in line with national training systems. Thus, European soft law does not lead to a convergence of training regimes – or, as the book posits, of welfare states in general.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Verein Auxilium
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2022-09-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783200086692

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Ensuring Quality in Work-Based Learning by Anonim Pdf

The handbook is published by the WBL-Q project, which is co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Commission. It offers practical strategies to implement quality assurance measures in work-based learning processes on company and business level.

Author : Zhanna Anikina
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1170 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030474157

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Integrating Engineering Education and Humanities for Global Intercultural Perspectives by Zhanna Anikina Pdf

This book presents papers from the International Conference on Integrating Engineering Education and Humanities for Global Intercultural Perspectives (IEEHGIP 2020), held on 25–27 March 2020. The conference brought together researchers and practitioners from various disciplines within engineering and humanities to offer a range of perspectives. Focusing on, but not limited to, Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) in Russian education the book will appeal to a wide academic audience seeking ways to initiate positive changes in education.