- Submission received
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Q1: Are there other design considerations that could further strengthen Jobs and Skills Australia's ability to provide advice to government?
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Response:
JSA's advice to the Minister and Secretary on the education and training needs of First Nations communities should be consistent with the Close the Gap policy framework. Ideally the Coalition of Peaks would be involved in the preparation of any such advice, and would have a high level representative in the governance structure of the organisation
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Q2: What principles could be used to guide Jobs and Skills Australia's priorities, and the development of its workplan?
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Response:
The principles guiding the development of that section of JSAs workplan which relates to the education and training needs of First Nations communities should ld be developed through negotiation with peak bodies representing First Nations communities and community-controlled organisations.
Q3: How could Jobs and Skills Australia seek broader input into the development and refinement of its workplan?
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Response:
In relation to the collection and interpretation of data on literacy and numeracy, such as the international PIAAC study or its proposed national equivalent, it is essential to consult with researchers and research institutions which have demonstrated experience and expertise in the design of such surveys, including ABS, ACER and NCVER; and with appropriate professional bodies including the Australian Council of Adult Literacy The implementation of the recommendations of Don't Take it as Read, the report of the House of Representatives Standing Committee Inquiry into Adult Literacy should be an important part of the workplan.
Q4: How could Jobs and Skills Australia engage tripartite partners, experts, and other interested parties in its major studies?
- Are the different needs of industry and learners effectively considered in designing qualifications in the current system? What works well and why?
- Are there issues or challenges with the way qualifications are currently designed? What are they and what could be done to address these?
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Response:
For First Nations peak bodies and for NGOs such as ACAL to engage productively with JSA, it will be important to provide some funding to to cover the costs these bodies incur when they contribute their knowledge and expertise.
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Q5: What new information should Jobs and Skills Australia be collecting through its engagement to build a stronger evidence base?
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Without an up to date and comprehensive national study of the literacy, numeracy and problem solving skills last measured in Australia's PIAAC, the 'base' from which higher level skills are developed will not be known. This is especially the case for "cohorts of individuals that have historically experienced labour market disadvantage and exclusion," in the words of the JSA legislation.
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Q6: How can Jobs and Skills Australia expand its engagement with a broader range of skills and industry stakeholders in its work?
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No response provided.
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Q7: What types of outreach could Jobs and Skills Australia use to increase visibility and use of its products and advice?
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No response provided.
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Q8: How could Jobs and Skills Australia present its data and advice to aid stakeholders in informing their needs? What formats could better inform your work?
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Response:
No response provided.
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