Title
International Best Practice in Promoting Quality and Equity in TVET - IVETA
Session Code
5001
Venue
Phoenix Convention Center
Room
122 A/B
Description
Skills development for employment is critically important for countries with an age dividend otherwise disenchanted youth will put their energies into less productive activities. This presentation highlights successful strategies recommended by the United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) and exemplified in their TVET projects in Malawi and Bangladesh respectively. From skills development policy and needs demand studies, to curriculum reform and instructor training, to introduction of competency-based training, and strategies for reaching disenfranchised persons, this presentation will use pictures and other media to share examples of international best practice. There will be a particular focus on increasing the number of women in non-traditional trades and engaging with persons who have physical challenges.