This week we experienced a three day work week this was due to a late easter coinciding with ANZAC day. Whilst a lot of people took the three days off to make the most of this rare occurrence we have been working tirelessly to ensure the best of the best make it into our shortened weekly digest. As always please leave any comments in the section below.
NVETR – Request for Research Proposals
http://goo.gl/Vpa1Xv
The National Vocational Education and Training Research Program (NVETR) are seeking high quality researchers to submit their research proposals. The NVETR funding round is seeking proposals under three specific topic areas:
- Quality, flexibility and responsiveness within the training system.
- The role of employers and industry in on-the-job skills formation and structured training arrangements.
- Impact of changing economic conditions on individuals and the role of training.
There is up to $100,000 funding available per project. The successful applicants will be selected through a competitive process. For more information and instructions on applying see the above link.
Media, Modes and Methods in Training
http://goo.gl/84udPF
The training and education blog by Insources is a great resource for thought provoking blog post that explore the pedagogy of vocational training. This blog post Media, Modes and Methods in Training is no different. It explores the architectures that are available to trainers when presenting that will help learners achieve their learning goals.
Staying Connected in VET eZine
http://goo.gl/aAtISM
Velg Training has released their new online magazine Staying Connected in VET. The eZine is a free, biannual publication that features content designed to Educate, Inspire and Empower the reader.
Delivery of TAELLN411 as a Stand-Alone Unit
http://goo.gl/mDMEV5
The Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) have released an update on their stand on delivering TAELLN411 as a stand-alone unit this week. The TAELLN411 Address Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills can only be delivered as a stand-alone unit when an RTO has applied for an extension to scope. The reasoning behind this decision can be found on their website by following the above link.
Standards Where Non-Compliances Have Occurred – ASQA
ASQA has published a video that outlines the most common non-compliances that have been identified during their audits of training organisations and providers. This is a great resource for anyone who is working in the compliance section of an RTO to watch to ensure that your RTO is not committing any of these non-compliances.
Australian Council for Private Education and Training Newsletter
http://goo.gl/AxxKiO
Each week the Australian Council for Private Education and Training (ACPET) release a National Monday Update. This eNewsletter is a great resource for keeping up to date with what is happening in the Australian VET and higher education system. You are able to sort through the information shared by international, national, or state level allowing a keen personalisation of the resource to your needs.
National VET Conference Brisbane
http://goo.gl/LtGVEa
The 2014 National VET Conference will run over two days on the 11-12 September at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. This years conference will explore the theme of Impossible is possible together through an exciting range of presentations, providing attendees the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of plenary and elective sessions. This conference is a great chance for all VET practitioners to learn, network and get inspired. The Velg Training team always put on an amazing conference so go grab your early bird tickets now for great savings.
Transport & Logistics Industry Skills Council Update
http://goo.gl/CocZk1
The Transport & Logistics Industry Skills Council (TLISC) recently held their annual awards for Excellence. These awards recognise the leaders in workforce development and industry promotion. This update provides a great recap on the awards, a break down on the 2014 Environmental Scan, and a study into industry forecasts. This is an important update for all individuals working with the Transport & Logistics industry.
The Beginner’s Guide to the History of the Internet
http://goo.gl/E7IAj3
A great way to close such a short week is an engaging look back at the invention of one of the most used tools of the century; the internet. This short video explores what the internet is, how it was created and the ever present question of WHY.
