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| العنوان: |
The narrative of a VET workforce shortage in Australia: reality, myth or opportunity? |
| المؤلفون: |
Smith, Erica |
| المصدر: |
Education + Training; 2024, Vol. 66 Issue 5, p494-509, 16p |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
TEACHER recruitment, SUPPLY & demand of teachers, SOCIAL impact, TEACHERS' salaries, COVID-19 pandemic |
| مستخلص: |
Purpose: The aim of the paper is to examine whether there really is a shortage of VET teachers, and if so, whether there are links to the salary offered and to the qualifications required. Design/methodology/approach: The paper uses three main approaches to examine the narrative of a shortage of VET teachers in Australia. Findings: There was no documented evidence of a VET teacher shortage, beyond a general perception of shortage in line with other occupations due to the post-COVID economic recovery. Salaries for VET teachers were found to compare well with other education occupations and other jobs in the economy. There was no evidence of the required qualifications deterring entry. The main concern appears to be whether VET can adequately train workers for other sectors in shortage. Research limitations/implications: The research did not include empirical survey work and suggests that this needs to be carried out urgently. Practical implications: The research provides evidence that will challenge current assumptions and help in the recruitment of VET teachers. Social implications: It argues for a recognition of the importance of the VET sector beyond its function of serving industry. Originality/value: It highlights ways to make VET teaching a more attractive proposition and to better promote its advantages. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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