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Changing Attitudes towards Vocational Education and Apprenticeships

Changing Attitudes towards Vocational Education and Apprenticeships. Sutton Trust-Pearson Higher Ambitions Summit 2014. NFER: Tami McCrone. Background. In order to change attitudes we need to understand what the evidence says about how young people make decisions.

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Changing Attitudes towards Vocational Education and Apprenticeships

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  1. Changing Attitudes towards Vocational Education and Apprenticeships Sutton Trust-Pearson Higher Ambitions Summit 2014 NFER: Tami McCrone

  2. Background In order to change attitudes we need to understand what the evidence says about how young people make decisions Evidence includes: Careers Brief – ASCL, ATL, NFER, 157 Group Widening 14-19 choices: support for young people making informed decisions - NFER 2009 National Evaluation of Diplomas - NFER 2009 - 2011

  3. How do young people make decisions?

  4. What types of information do young people planning to take a vocational route value and use? About… How… Tailored Content Comprehensive and impartial Progression Well-informed Learning style/method Timely Practicalities Location/travel Varied formats

  5. Conclusion • Schools can make a difference to informing young people’s decisions • Collaborative provision (including from employers, providers and parents) is in best interests of young people In order to change attitudes towards voc ed and apprenticeships, we need to ensure that young people are able to make informed decisions about all courses/training and how they will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to a future job.

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