The changing nature and organisation of work, and the implications for vocational education and training in Australia: issues paper

In this issues paper the profound changes that are occurring on technology, work and work organisation are discussed, with particular reference to the equally profound implications for the future role of vocational education and training (VET) in Australia. First, the ‘big picture is discussed from both a global and a national perspective, looking at competition and technological change, industry and skill composition, and Australian imperatives. The world of work and work organisation is examines, and implications for VET in Australia. Includes an annotated bibliography.