Strand 3- Excelling in Technical and Vocational Education

Pedagogical Excellence: Research in this subtheme could highlight best practices in teaching and learning within technical and vocational education. Topics could include effective teaching methodologies, assessment techniques and pedagogical innovations.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Research in this theme could focus on equipping learners with an entrepreneurial mindset and fostering innovation in technical
fields. Topics could include entrepreneurship education, startup incubators within institutions and innovation hubs.

Quality Assurance and Accreditation: Research in this subtheme could examine mechanisms for ensuring the quality of technical and vocational education programs. Topics could cover accreditation standards, quality assurance processes, and industry-recognized certifications.

AI and Workforce Readiness: Research in this subtheme could examine how AI can prepare students for the workforce, Topics could include AI in job placement, AI certifications for vocational students and AI in career counseling.

Strand 4- Private Sector Collaboration for Empowering Technical and Vocational
Education

Industry Partnerships for Empowering Learners: Research in this subtheme could highlight successful collaborations between educational institutions and the private sector to empower learners with industry-relevant skills. Presentations could examine case studies of innovative partnerships that have enhanced students’ employability and preparedness for Industry 5.0.

Workforce Development through Private Sector Engagement: Research in this subtheme could investigate how the private sector is actively involved in workforce development initiatives, including apprenticeships and upskilling programmes. Presentations could showcase best practices and outcomes of private sector-driven workforce development efforts.

Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Partnership with Private Enterprises: Research in this subtheme could highlight initiatives and strategies employed by private sector organizations to bridge gender gaps and promote diversity in technical and vocational education. Presentations could discuss the impact of such initiatives on creating inclusive learning environments.

Leveraging AI and Technology in Collaboration with Private Industry: Research in this subtheme could examine how AI and technology are being harnessed in partnership with private sector companies to enhance technical and vocational education. Presentations could showcase innovative AI-driven projects and industry collaborations that have improved learning outcomes.

 Corporate Social Responsibility and Education: Research in this subtheme could explore how corporate social responsibility initiatives of private enterprises are contributing to educational empowerment. Presentations could discuss case studies of CSR projects that have had a positive impact on technical and vocational education.