1. WORK PROGRAMME to support the implementation of the Recommendation
on the
establishment of
a European
quality assurance reference framework for VET
European Quality Assurance Reference Framework

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Recommendation
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Why support a culture of QA in VET and the implementation of the Reference Framework?
Improve EU VET systems in view of raising competence
levels as well as the relevance of these competences
Build trust across and within MS systems in view
of strengthening mobility, permeability and flexibility of learning
pathways
Improve qualifications’ recognition on the labour market
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Challenges
Ensure the engagement of key stakeholders and social partners within MS
Develop a sense of ownership of QA process in VET
Mobilisation of VET providers
Dissemination of information and policy practices
The Work Programme working methodology is designed to address these challenges
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The Work Programme operational methodology ensuring ownership of the process
Inclusive and responsive
Collaborative and incremental approach
Focus on the key role of national reference points
Multi-faceted and layered approach
Supporting competence and confidence
Facilitating learning processes
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6. Work Programme-two phased approach
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
CHARACTERISTIC
Phase 1
Adapting phase
< July 2011
Supporting the development of national implementation approaches
The activities designed to address Phase 1 will develop instruments and tools which support Member States in setting up their approaches for the implementation of the Reference Framework
Phase 2
Reporting phase
< 2013
Supporting the preparation of national reviews of the implementation of the Reference Framework
The activities designed for this phase will be focused on providing feedback and analysis of approaches to Member States and on preparing their implementation reports, mainly by developing suitable reference criteria and/or a template for the reporting stage
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7. Objectives of the Work Programme
Well- functioning EU platform
- community of practice
for QA
Holistic approach in MS involving
National Reference Points, key stakeholders and network Members
towards EU mutual policy goals
Expert advice to EC and MS
ensuring effective management of every aspect of the work
of implementation of the Reference Framework
International reference and leadership
for QA in VET
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8. Community of practice for QA
Shared perspectives and experiences
An incremental process
Building blocks approach
Stake in the collaborative process
Tools to support QA work in MS contexts
Sustaining dynamic network of policymakers and practitioners, mutually concerned with improving the QA of VET who share a space for developing their individual and collective knowledge
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9. Holistic inclusive approach
Focus on National Reference Points
Engagement of stakeholders
Coherence between European initiatives and MS implementation strategies
Bottom-up and collaborative process
Use of indicators as tool-box
Guidelines for development of quality processes
Wide dissemination of materials
Improving quality of VET
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Expert advice
Policymaking and quality assurance competence
Wide ranging experience supporting policy development, implementation
Development of approaches to reporting and monitoring on progress in the use of the Reference Framework to support the QA of VET
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11. International reference for QA
Quality assurance of VET as an underpinning transversal principle
Lifelong and life-wide learning context
-LLP and LdV
QA dimension of ECVET and EQF
Ensure coordination, synergies, coherence and relevance
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12. Communication and Dissemination
Effective communication an inherent part of every activity
Dissemination of ongoing work and results through the national reference points
Centrality of Website for information and training
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Activities
Ensure full integration of new members
Take forward strategic work through the working groups
Prepare matrix to support common understanding of QA concepts underpinning qualifications and certifications
Community of practice
Support contribution of stakeholders
Strengthen the contribution QA of VET makes to policy development
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14. Thank you for your attention!
European Quality Assurance in Vocational Education and Training
European Quality Assurance Reference Framework