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Global perspectives on educator training for TVET: a multi-organizational discourse

Wed, March 6, 11:00am to 12:30pm, Zoom Rooms, Zoom Room 107

Group Submission Type: Formal Panel Session

Proposal

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) has become a central pillar in contemporary education, a linchpin in fostering a globally competent workforce ready to tackle the challenges of the rapidly evolving job market. Our panel discussion, "Global Perspectives on Educator Training for TVET: A Multi-Organizational Discourse," is designed to delve deep into this pivotal aspect of education, unraveling the innovative strategies, challenges, and potential collaborative pathways in this field.

The purpose of this panel is to facilitate an in-depth exploration and comprehensive understanding of the transformative potential of TVET for educators, students, and society. Rooted in the spirit of the CIES conference, our focus is on the promotion of diverse voices and innovative methodologies, converging on the broad global panorama of TVET. With panelists and discussant sharing their wealth of experience and unique perspectives, we aim to provide an enriching presentation and facilitate dialogue that illuminates the multifaceted nature of TVET education.

Our emphasis is firmly on the future. In line with this forward-looking vision, our panelists’ presentations delve into pertinent topics such as recognizing and validating prior learning, aligning curriculum with labor market needs, and undertaking comparative analyses of TVET systems. Each topic connects back to our central theme, encapsulating innovative strategies, best practices, and possible avenues for improvement in TVET education that prepares youth for meaningful employment and income-generating opportunities.

This session aims to foster a comprehensive dialogue among educators, researchers, policymakers, and other stakeholders, with the ultimate goal of shaping a resilient and responsive TVET ecosystem. Through this collaborative discourse, we seek to identify both existing gaps and potential synergies that could enhance the effectiveness and reach of TVET.

The intended outcome of our discussion is multifaceted. We anticipate that it will inform and enhance our collective understanding of TVET, its evolving needs, and potential solutions, thereby guiding stakeholders in developing more effective strategies. With over 20 years of experience in designing and implementing effective workforce development programs in global contexts, our panel discussant will encourage robust audience participation in the session by sharing reflective questions after each panelist’s presentation to spark discussion. The insights derived from this session could stimulate further research, inform policy decisions, and drive innovative practices, contributing to the ongoing evolution of TVET education across global contexts.

By encompassing multiple perspectives on educator training for TVET, we aim to stimulate a dynamic, multi-organizational discourse that could help shape the trajectory of education and workforce development, not just in specific regions, but on a global scale. The presenters and discussant have worked on TVET education inside TVET institutions, as NGO partners to TVET institutions, and in academic research regarding TVET education. They have also partnered with TVETs, Ministries, and the donor community in conducting TVET-related educational initiatives and programming in Kenya, Iraq, Morocco, and the United States. This conversation is an investment in our shared future, a commitment to fostering an education system that is robust, responsive, and ready to meet the challenges of the years ahead.

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