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2016 AVETRA Conference |
AVETRA 19th Annual Conference | TAFE NSW – Northern Sydney Institute
Putting VET Research To Work | 20 – 22 April 2016
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Programme 2016
Keynotes
Collective writing of language and literacy policy, initiatives in peace building in SE Asia
Professor Joe Lo Bianco, Melbourne Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne
Investment in VET – the past, the present and the future
Peter Noonan, The Mitchell Institute, Victoria University
Quality in the VET sector
Chris Robinson, Chief Commissioner, Australian Skills Quality Authority
Presentation
Employers understanding of the role of qualifications: the search for evidence
Dr Damian Oliver, Director of the Centre of Management and Organisation Studies, UTS
Putting a stake in the ground: Quality Teaching in VET
Associate Professor Ruth Schubert, Associate Director, L.H. Martin Institute
Abstracts
Abstract 1®
To what extent is critical thinking affected by language demands in a level seven technical degree course?
Nick Marsden
UNITEC New Zealand, AKL, New Zealand
Abstract 2®
Learning in a new cultural context. Regional students’ voices, views and experiences
Alison Elliott , Rosemary Shanks, Penelope Skerman
Education and the Arts, CQUniversity, QLD, Australia
Abstract 3®
STEM the tide! Will the Innovation agenda help to achieve gender equality?
Annette Bonnici1 , Linda Simon2
1. The Northern Sydney Institute of TAFE NSW, NSW, Australia
2. Women In Adult Vocational Education, NSW, Australia
Abstract 4®
Fixing problematic apprentice systems – there is never a clean slate
Don Zoellner
Charles Darwin University, Alice Springs, NT, Australia
Abstract 5®
The Australian Army and the national system of Vocational Education & Training (VET) – an historical review of collaboration
Carolyn Johnstone
Faculty of Education and Arts, Federation University Australia, VIC, Australia
Abstract 6®
What happened to our community of practice? The development of Adult Basic Education through the lens of professional practice theory
Pamela Osmond
University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia
Abstract 7®
The times are a changin’ – what does this mean for higher education adult educator programs?
Eryn L Thomas
University of New England, NSW, Australia
Abstract 8®
Examining the STEM conundrum: myth, crisis or something in-between?
Gitta Siekmann
NCVER, Adelaide, SA, Australia
Abstract 9®
Apprentices’ and employers’ views on full on-the-job training in the construction industry: A regional case study’
Barry Wright
Federation University Australia, VIC, Australia
Abstract 10®
Conceptions of innovation among VET staff, students and placement host Staff
Steven Hodge, Raymond Smith
Griffith University, QLD, Australia
Abstract 11®
Languages other than English in VET: What value? What future?
Ivano Buoro
Faculty of Work & Study Pathways, Sydney TAFE, NSW, Australia
Abstract 12®
A Critical Participatory Action Research Framework to Improve VET Practice
Sarojni Choy1 , Christina Hong2
1. Griffith University, QLD, Australia
2. TAFE Queensland, QLD, Australia
Abstract 13®
STEM Education: what about VET qualified early childhood educators?
Linda Pfeiffer
School of Education and the Arts, CQUniversity, QLD, Australia
Abstract 14®
Using keywords in vocational education policy analysis
Chris Corbel
Centre for Vocational and Educational Policy, University of Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Abstract 15®
Understanding applied research in the context of TAFE NSW Higher Education
Rosalind Carter, Carmel Ellis- Gulli
TAFE NSW, NSW, Australia
Abstract 16®
The media as an actor in Australia’s adult literacy and numeracy policy-making
Keiko Yasukawa
University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia
Abstract 17®
What is good teaching in VET? Comparing the perspectives of VET stakeholders, staff and students
Roger Harris1 , Hugh Guthrie2
1. University of South Australia, SA, Australia
2. Victoria University, VIC, Australiad
Abstract 18®
Factors enabling entry into and engagement with VET for young, early school leavers. Preliminary findings
George Myconos, Luke Swain,Stephanie Yung
Brotherhood of St Laurence, VIC, Australia
Abstract 19®
Building workforce capacity in Early Childhood Education and Care. An innovative approach
Alison Elliott, Kerry Aprile, Gillian Busch, Helen Huntly
Education and the Arts, CQUniversity, QLD, Australia
Abstract 20®
Trends in VET: policy and participation over the past 20 years
Georgina Atkinson
NCVER, SA, Australia
Abstract 21®
Skills needed for the future of work: A discussion of the literature, data, and future research using LSAY
Peta Skujins
NCVER, SA, Australia
Abstract 22®
The VET FEE-HELP scandal: How afraid should we be?
Erica Smith
Federation University Australia, VIC, Australia
Abstract 23®
Unravelling the innovation paradox in VET
Melinda Waters
TAFE Directors Australia, NSW, Australia
Abstract 24®
What is the impact of an Australian study tour on Chinese Lecturers’ innovative practice?
Llandis Barratt-Pugh
Edith Cowan University – Joondalup Campus, WA, Australia
Abstract 25®
Working across the globe: implications for VET students and providers
Francesca Beddie
University of Canberra, ACT, Australia
Abstract 26®
Stream 2: Teaching and Learning in VET. Differentiating the relevance of CBT to occupations in the aviation industry: Lessons for VET?
Steven Hodge, Tim Mavin
Griffith University, QLD, Australia
Abstract 27®
Stream 3: Teaching and Learning in VET. New Breed of Customers in Industry and Consumer Engagement
Karl King
TAFE Northern Sydney Institute, NSW, Australia
Abstract 28®
Stream 4: New Directions for the VET Sector. Pioneers, not guinea pigs: The NSI experiment in higher education
Jillian Belme, David Halfpenny
TAFE Northern Sydney Institute, NSW, Australia
Abstract 29®
Stream 5: New Directions for the VET Sector. Re-visioning Kangan: a response to Don Zoellner
Martha Kinsman
Australian National University, ACT, Australia
Abstract 30®
Stream 1: Industry Engagement. “That’s an ever expanding pool” – mapping partnerships for VET at Australian secondary schools
Gosia Klatt
University of Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Abstract 31®
Stream 2: Assessment and Qualifications. Achieving agreement on competence: Collaboration in assessment of apprentice performance
Berwyn Clayton
Victoria University, VIC, Australia
Abstract 32®
Stream 3: New Directions for the VET Sector. Choosing VET: Enabling conditions to VET pathways
Hywel Ellis
University of Newcastle, NSW, Australia
Abstract 33®
Stream 4: Teaching and Learning in VET. What can VET learn from teaching and learning experiences in alternative education centres?
Cheryl Livock
Integrity Education and Research, QLD, Australia
Abstract 34®
Stream 5: Teaching and Learning in VET. Researching in VET: The whisper of the practitioner
Linda Simon1, Melinda Waters2
1. Charles Sturt University, NSW, Australia
2. TAFE Directors Australia, NSW, Australia
Abstract 35®
TAFE Outreach Educational Programs Under Review
Kevin Heys
TAFE Community Alliance, NSW, Australia
Abstract 36®
Work-based learning and community education providers
Ruth Walker
Community Colleges Australia, NSW, Australia
Abstract 37®
Work-based Learning of Novice VET teachers: Creating a trellis of learning practices
Susanne Francisco
University of Technology, Sydney (UTS), NSW, Australia
Charles Sturt University, Canberra, ACT and Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia
Abstract 38®
Views of VET teachers, managers and students about VET teacher qualifications
Keiko Yasukawa1, Erica Smith2,
1. University of Technology, NSW, Australia
2. Federation University Australia, VIC, Australia
Abstract 39®
From novice to advanced practice as a TAFE teacher
Anne Dening
Flinders University, SA, Australia
Abstract 40®
What does VET bring to higher education that is distinctive?
Steven Hodge, Susan Webb
1. Griffith University, QLD, Australia
2. Monash University, VIC, Australia
Abstract 41®
Enhancing learning with video: Connecting with the socio-materiality aspects of vocational education
Selena Chan
Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology, New Zealand
Abstract 42®
Practical and sustainable education examples in a living laboratory
Wendy Hird, Kate Low, Fabian Sacks
TAFE Northern Sydney Institute, NSW, Australia
Abstract 43®
Repositioning the Digital VET compass by exploring teaching innovation. Is there strategic support for new directions in the VET?
Leo Gregorc
VET Development Centre, VIC, Australia
Speed Dating
VET Leadership Training and Public Value
Jill Hadley
University of South Australia, SA, Australia
Operational safety at point-of-sale of equipment marketing and training innovation
Gary Balderson , William Blayney
Central Queensland University, QLD, Australia
Reflective Practitioner Research: it is not just navel gazing
Anne Bowden
TAFE NSW – New England Institute, NSW, Australia
Validation and quality assessment: bridging the great divide
Ruth Walker
Independent Assessment Validation Services, NSW, Australia
The seven virtues of eLearning design
Leo Gregorc
VET Development Centre, VIC, Australia
Workshops
Workshop 1
From a research idea to a research design
Chair: Josie Misko
Presenters: Michelle Circelli and Georgina Atkinson – NCVER
‘Problem? What problem? Developing and refining your research questions.’
Workshop 2
Research into multichannel outputs
Chair: Kira Clarke
Presenters: Chris Corbel, Leo Gregorc, Kira Clarke
Reaching different audiences: multi-track research dissemination.
This workshop will provide participants with an introduction to the range of research dissemination opportunities, including scholarly, opinion and social media platforms. The workshop will also include a discussion of how to adapt research output into an op-ed type format for outlets like The Conversation.
Workshop 3
The practice of research
Chair: Linda Simon
a. Sharing and Reflecting – Giving and receiving feedback as part of a peer review process – Roger Harris
b. The Scholarship, the research proposal and the work: A case study – Peter Hurley, TDA/AVETRA Scholarship holder
c. What are the research options? Different methodologies – Steven Hodge