Territorian takes out top training award
As part of her traineeship at Community Corrections in Alice Springs, Natasha studied for an Advanced Diploma of Social Science (Community Justice) at the Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education. She plans to continue her studies in psychology and behavioural management. Natasha has ambitions to open a youth care centre to help Indigenous youth. I want to be regarded by my parents, family and others in the community as a role model for Indigenous youth and as a successful young dedicated Aboriginal woman. I will prove to myself and others that young Aboriginal people, such as myself, are high achievers, she said. Runner-up Baressa Frazer, from Bundaberg in Southern Queensland, completed a traineeship in Office Administration with the Liaison Unit of the Wide Bay Institute of TAFE, and also a Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety at Sea, and business modules leading towards a Diploma of Business (Administration). She is currently adding to her skills base with a Bachelor of Primary Education (Indigenous) by correspondence through the Australian Catholic University. Other finalists in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year category were:
The Australian Training Awards are hosted by the Australian National Training Authority. More than 800 government and industry leaders, including Federal, State and Territory Ministers responsible for vocational education and training attended the event, which focuses the spotlight on the changing face and increasing flexibility of Australias training system. The 2001 Australian Training Awards will be held at the Canberra Convention Centre on 15 November 2001. For further information about the Australian Training Awards contact: Ms Kathy Austin |
CONTENTSThis edition of Learning for All provides details of some significant developments in the education and training of Indigenous Australians in the schools, vocational education and training, and higher education sectors. The publication also provides information on research findings and best practice in education. Closing the Gaps an overview of outcomes for Indigenous students in the different sectors. Introduction the Minister for Education, Training and Youth Affairs, the Hon Dr David Kemp MP. The National Indigenous English Literacyand Numeracy Strategy a major initiative to improve educational outcomes for Indigenous students. Absenteeism investigated examines the attendance rates of Indigenous students at all levels of schooling and ways to improve them. Is there a relationship between the school success of Indigenous students and positive self-identity? considers the relationship between school outcomes and the self-identities of young Indigenous Australians. Developing Best Practice with Indigenous New Apprenticeships identifies innovative ways to implement Indigenous New Apprenticeships. Helping Indigenous students make the transition from school to work examines how Indigenous students are performing at a number of transition points from school to work. (continued over page) Green Corps discusses the participation of Indigenous people in this national training programme for young Australians. What Works? discusses effective teaching strategies, which were trialled in schools throughout Australia during 1998 and 1999. 17 Partners in a Learning Culture outlines the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Strategy for Vocational Education and Training 19992005. Partners in a Learning Culture outlines the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Strategy for Vocational Education and Training 19992005. Kardu Kigay young men in a remote Aboriginal community are helped to develop self-esteem, strengthen English literacy and numeracy skills and gain skills for possible future employment. Territorian takes out top training award for Indigenous students in the 2000 Australian Training Awards. Career options and the world of work help for Indigenous students and their parents to make choices about their education and careers. Gumala Mirnuwarni coming together to learn, Indigenous community, schools and industry in the Karratha region of Western Australia work together. WADU together in partnership and trust innovative workplace learning experiences for Indigenous secondary students. Indigenous law students gain work experience since the 1970s Indigenous law students have been helped to successfully complete their degree. Yandi an assignment and assessment tracking database to increase the success and retention rates for Indigenous students. Open Learning Initiatives to Assist Indigenous Australians aim to improve access to education for Indigenous people. The Facts and Figures section profiles trends in participation by Indigenous Australians across all sectors of education and training.
Questionnaire: Learning for All: Opportunities for Indigenous Australians. The editors would appreciate your feedback on the pilot edition of Learning For All. |