Caught between private and public interests: vocational training in Chile

Article Abstract:

Chile's vocational training programs need reform. The shift since the middle of the 20th century from an agrarian to an open-market economy requires improved teacher training, closer cooperation between secondary schools, and developing support structures with material, financial, and human resource elements.

Chile

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The implementation of dual vocational training structures in developing countries: an evaluation of "dual projects" assisted by the German Agency for Technical Cooperation

Article Abstract:

A double system for vocational training common to developing countries continues to gain popularity. The training model for industry is relatively low-cost, while students completing coursework at vocational training schools are given significantly higher social status than academic students who leave school.

World, Economic aspects, Developing countries

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