Abstract
Vocational education is pivotal in shaping a country's workforce by providing essential skills and training to meet modern economic demands. However, Taiwan's current vocational education system faces multiple challenges, including insufficient government support for vocational training needs, inadequate industry collaboration, and a lack of innovation. These issues need to be addressed to enhance Taiwan's vocational education level and prepare its workforce for future economic challenges. Countries in the Indo-Pacific region, such as Japan, India, Australia, and the United States, have developed robust vocational education systems that have substantially contributed to their economic achievements. This comparative study analyzes the vocational education frameworks of these countries, offering insights for improving Taiwan's vocational education system. By employing a comparative analysis methodology, this study systematically evaluates the vocational education systems of these nations alongside Taiwan's. Historical and policy analyses further assess the development and effectiveness of these systems. Key findings indicate that successful vocational education systems rely on strong government support, effective industry collaboration, continuous innovation, and rigorous quality assurance. Implementing these strategies in Taiwan could significantly improve its vocational education framework, better preparing its workforce for future economic challenges. The study emphasizes the importance of comprehensive legislation, fostering industry partnerships, integrating digital skills, and establishing quality assurance mechanisms. By adopting these measures, Taiwan can enhance its vocational education system to better meet the evolving demands of the global economy and maintain its competitive edge.
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Jen-Chia Chang, National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan
Po-Ching Lu, National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan
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Conference: ACE2024
Stream: Educational policy
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Chang J., & Lu P. (1970) Examining Vocational Education in Indo-Pacific Countries and Implications for Taiwan’s Vocational Education ISSN: 2186-5892 – The Asian Conference on Education 2024: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. -) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-5892.2025.59
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-5892.2025.59
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