澳洲專科與技術教育（TAFE）系統分析之研究

Abstract

This research is to understand the implementation state of Australia’s Vocational and Technical Education (VTE), and probe into its the most important public education, Technical and Further Education (TAFE). Australia’s VTE is quite well-known. TAFE is a main training type of VTE, so TAFE is nearly equal to VTE. TAFE has been through different stages since it was developed from the middle of 1970s. The system has adapted different measures to solve the problems originated from its different development stages. The proposes of this research are as follows: First, to understand the operation way of VTE system in Australia. Second, to understand the predicament of TAFE under Australia’s VTE system, and the background of its transition, and to discuss the factors that affect the transition. Third, to probe the education system and implementation state of TAFE. Fourth, through the above research and analysis of TAFE, conclusions and suggestions are provided. By searching and analyzing the overall implementation of VTE system, this research concludes the following: First, the course is flexible and pluralistic. Second, student, after completing the TAFE courses, have higher employment rate. Third, TAFE certificates are wildly recognized and are accepted by tertiary education. Fourth, the teachers and teaching are professional. Fifth, The TAFE education is coordinated with industries. The followings are suggested for developing VTE education of Taiwan: First, strengthening conversion and link-up of Technical Education and General education. Second, emphasizing students’ further tertiary education and employment. Third, making training of teachers more practical. Fourth, strengthening the cooperation between the training of Technical Education and industries. Fifth, promoting the integrated qualification system of Technical Education. Sixth, advocating the teaching objectives and the management principals of Technical Education. Seventh, emphasizing international education and management.