To educate participants on the significance of sustainability within higher education institutions and its impact on the environment, economy, and society;
To share successful case studies and best practices from higher education institutions that have effectively implemented sustainable practices
To offer practical strategies and actionable steps for developing and implementing green initiatives within higher education institutions covering the areas of energy efficiency, waste reduction, sustainable transportation, and green building practices
To explore ways of creating a culture of sustainability on campus, including incorporating sustainability into the curriculum, organizing eco-friendly events, and promoting green behaviour through awareness campaigns and incentives
Date: July 8-12, 2024 /
Program Type: Regional Program /
Main Contents
The Participants are expected to gain comprehensive knowledge to enhance their capacity towards empowering workforce and gender inclusivity by navigating the TVET landscape through digitalization and green practices
Program/Conference Strategies
To achieve the objectives set forth, the following strategies will be employed in a consultative nature:
Theme Papers & Presentations on the following:
Special Lecture-1: Empowering Workforce through TVET Landscaping: Strategies for Success
Theme Paper 1: Beyond the Classroom: Uniting Education and Industry for Future-Ready TVET Programs
Theme Paper 2: Synergizing Industry and Education: Cultivating Dynamic Partnerships for TVET Excellence
Theme Paper 3: Digital Revolution: Understanding the impact of digitalization on TVET
Theme Paper 4: Digitalization in TVET: Tools and Strategies for Transformation
Theme Paper 5: Exploring effective strategies for integrating digitalization into TVET curricula and training programs
Theme Paper 6: The Importance of Green Skills in Sustainable Development
Theme Paper 7: Strategies & Practical Approaches for Greening Campuses
Exercises and workshops on the following:
Bridging the Gap Between Employers and TVET Institutions for Enhanced Workforce Preparedness through NSIS
Digital tools and technologies transforming TVET, including online platforms, virtual simulations, and interactive modules
Objectives
The participants are expected to:
Understand the concept of empowerment and inclusivity in TVET through digitalization and green practices
Appreciate the need and importance of accessibility and personalized learning experiences in TVET through digital platforms programs and institutions to respond to the national, regional, and global labor market
Understand the gender diversity and equality in traditionally male-dominated fields
Comprehend the steps involved in how to equip individuals with skills for a greener economy and society
Cultivate a culture of sustainability and responsibility among TVET learners.
Create a discussion opportunity and experience sharing for a prosperous and sustainable future in member countries through investment in digital infrastructure and green practices in TVET.
Break down barriers and create pathways for women in technical and vocational fields.
Date: June 24-28, 2024 /
Program Type: In-Country Program /
Main Contents
To achieve the objectives set forth, the following strategies will be employed in a consultative nature:
Theme Papers & Presentations on the following:
Special Lecture: Benchmarking Quality Assurance of TVET Institutions
Theme Paper 1: Overview of TVET Quality Assurance System by Myanmar
Theme Paper 2: Quality Management System in TVET as Key to Train Skilled Workforce
Theme Paper 3: Quality Assurance in TVET using the EAS TVET QAF
Theme Paper 4: Principles and Guidelines for QMS in TVET
Theme Paper 5: Quality Management Tools and Implications in TVET Institutions
Theme Paper 6: Application of PDCA for Quality Management
Presentation 1: Quality Management in Governance and Management
Presentation 2: Quality Management in Teaching and Learning
Presentation 3: Quality Management in Human Resources
Presentation 4: Quality Management in Research and Development
Presentation 5: Quality Enhancement in Image & Sustainability
Presentation 6: Quality Assurance in Other Resources of TVET Institute
Exercises and workshops on the following:
Conduct a SWOT Analysis on the Institutional Quality Assurance
Identification of Major Issues & Challenges in Maintaining a Quality Assurance System
Workshop on M&E for QMS in TVET Institutions
Workshop on How to Ensure Quality Support to Students
Objectives
The participants are expected to:
Understand the concept of Quality Assurance System
Appreciate the need and importance of accreditation and certification of TVET programs and institutions to respond to the national, regional, and global labor market
Understand the nature and significance of various criteria and parameters used for accreditation as a tool for improving the quality of TVET Institutions
Comprehend the steps involved in the process of accreditation
Prepare the documents needed for submission to accrediting agencies
Create a discussion opportunity and experience sharing for the institute representatives aimed to exchange relevant information on how to enhance quality assurance offerings in TVET for their institute
Date: June 17-19, 2024 /
Program Type: Customized Program /
Objectives
At the end of the program, the participants will be able to:
Be exposed to the 5-step process of Design Thinking;
Experience carrying out the 5-steps of Design Thinking;
Gain knowledge, skills and competencies to develop creative and innovative student projects;
Be more adaptive in solving real world issues; and
Be equipped with skills to communicate and cooperate effectively.
Expected Outcomes and Outputs
The program focuses on the 5 steps of a Design Thinking process. By participating in this program, participants will be exposed to a creative problem-solving strategy to address issues/ challenges that are prevalent in their institutions, communities or industries. Participants will acquire tools, resources and skills to work in teams to understand target user needs, generate innovative ideas, and create plausible solutions. The outcome of this program can be adapted to different contexts and situations.
Expected Outputs:
Participants identify a challenge/issue by interviewing respondents/ target users
Participants use 5 step- Design Thinking process to solve the challenge /issue
Participants produce a prototype or solution by working in teams
Participants present their prototype in a pitching session
Session 2: Empowering Change: Women Driving Diversity and Inclusion in TVET Education
Session 3: Toyota Production System
Session 4: Manufacturing Quality Assurance
Exercises and workshops on the following:
Self-assessment of Change Competency Leadership
Application of Change Management Tools in Problem Resolution
Field Visits on the following:
SEAMEO Innotech Philippines
TESDA Philippines
TWC Institute Philippines
Toyota Institute Philippines
Symposium on ‘Strengthening Skills Through Multilateral Cooperation: A Retrospective on the 75 Years of Diplomatic Relations Between Thailand and the Philippines’
Session 1: Digital Transformation in TVET: Leveraging Thai-Philippine Partnerships for Technological Advancement
Session 2: Green Technology Integration in TVET: Best Practices of Greening TVET in the Global Context
Session 3: Education Innovation for Economic Development & Sustainability
Session 4: Inclusive TVET: Promoting Access and Equity Through Multilateral Cooperation
Objectives
The participants are expected to:
Understand the concept of Change Management in TVET
Equip TVET professionals with strategies to identify and analyze change drivers within TVET educational contexts.
Foster a culture of adaptability and innovation among TVET faculty and staff to effectively manage transitions.
Enhance stakeholder engagement and collaboration to ensure buy-in and support for change initiatives in TVET programs.
Provide tools and techniques for planning, implementing, and evaluating change within TVET institutions.
Develop leadership capabilities to guide and facilitate change processes within the TVET environment.
Empower TVET practitioners with skills to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities arising from industry and societal shifts.
Quality assurance (QA) is indispensable for the advancement of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) systems worldwide. By ensuring industry relevance, enhancing employability, standardizing accreditation processes, fostering continuous improvement, meeting global standards, building stakeholders’ confidence, and addressing skills mismatches, QA mechanisms play a pivotal role in creating a skilled workforce equipped to meet the challenges of the 21st-century economy. It is imperative for policymakers, educators, employers, and other stakeholders to prioritize and invest in quality assurance initiatives to unlock the full potential of TVET in driving socio-economic development and promoting sustainable livelihoods.
Accreditation serves as a hallmark of quality assurance within the realm of TVET. It is a systematic process through which institutions, programs, and qualifications are evaluated against predetermined standards to ensure quality, relevance, and credibility.
The Asia Pacific Accreditation and Certification Commission (APACC) APACC is a regional accreditation and certification body established through the CPSC Seoul Declaration 2004, conceived by the Colombo Plan Staff College for Technician Education (CPSC). It aims to accredit and certify the TVET institutions for human resources development through the standardization and harmonization of education and training systems which will facilitate the mobility of the workforce across national borders in Asia and the Pacific region. Recognized for its rigorous evaluation processes and adherence to international standards, APACC plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality and credibility of TVET institutions and programs.
Objectives
To increase awareness among stakeholders about the importance of accreditation in ensuring quality assurance in TVET.
To showcase the role of APACC in promoting quality assurance and excellence in TVET across the Asia-Pacific region.
To share best practices and experiences related to accreditation processes and procedures in TVET institutions.
To discuss common challenges and issues faced by TVET institutions in the accreditation process and explore strategies for overcoming them.
To facilitate collaboration and networking among TVET institutions, accreditation bodies, industry representatives, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
