Hola MaHigh-School - April 2020

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Vocational and sho
There are many things we need to adjust to in South Africa. We are
quickly progressing towards the ‘global village’ and that goes for
types of education as well.
My opinion: The white paper from Blade was the major shift in priorities.
The focus became more broad and I think tried to catch up with
what else is happening. It is not university or nothing.
Let us look at vocational training and short-term courses outside of
university
I have found an interesting article here: (*) This is the European
Union view of education 2020-2030. And let it be said: we need to
take into account what is going on in Europe!
VET as work-based/dual initial training – The German
model
This is where students are both at a school and employed (and paid!)
at a workplace. The goal is to provide the dualism of using what has
been taught in a practical sense.
VET as initial vocational training – the Swedish model
This is class room training. But the training regime can be broader
and is not directly linked to a specific occupation (workplace).
VET as further training – The Irish model
On-the-job training for all ages, really. Goal is to provide the industry
with skilled workers
VET as life-long learning
As it says on the tin.