Post-school Educational Provision (for employers)

The object of this proposed research is to try to discover, during these current times of global instability relating to economic, social, and commercial factors, what are the main effects on students in terms of how they approach the issue of entering post-school educational provision.

It is also proposed from both students and teaching staff, to discover what changes in the structure of the academic year, methods of delivery, and modes of study, new curriculum areas and sources of finance may be appropriate in meeting these concerns for both students and educational establishments.

This proposal has arisen from direct experience in discussion of such factors as:

1 Exiting pressure to enter study immediately after leaving school.

2 Difficulty with the traditional model of classroom education and so reluctance to continue with this mode.

3 Difficulty in choosing, and attractiveness of range of programmes available.

4 Financial barriers.

5 Concerns for the future in terms of the environment and economy.

6 Possible dis-satisfaction with established societal expectations.

7 Financial pressures on colleges and universities and a resulting pressure to reduce costs and increase income.

What do you believe are the main concerns of employers regarding the current range and duration of post-school courses?

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    In the future how often do you feel that people may need to retrain in their working lives?

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      Do you consider that it is possible or desirable to move away from the traditional academic year structure and course duration?

      Do you believe that alternative models of student funding should be considered?

      Do you feel that remote learning can be delivered so that it complements practical experience?

      Which courses are becoming less useful to employers and why?

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        What are the new courses and subject areas that should be developed?

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          Do you believe that the ‘apprenticeship’ model can be extended to a greater range of job roles?

          How can colleges and universities effectively work together with employers, so that the curriculum is relevant to industry and commerce?

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            Should every course include an element of work experience? How long should this be?

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