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Research, sector news and practical guidance from the CAQA team.
14 Oct 2021
Plan to bring thousands of nurses and doctors into ‘Fortress Australia’
Plan to bring thousands of nurses and doctors into ‘Fortress Australia’ Australia will allow 2000 overseas nurses and doctors to enter the country for work under a plan being finalised by the...
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14 Oct 2021
Quality higher education in times of crisis
Quality higher education in times of crisis Higher education is still suffering the consequences of the COVID-19 crisis. In some parts of the world, the crisis is as acute as ever. In...
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14 Oct 2021
Beyond Zoom, Teams and video lectures — what do university students really want from online learning?
Beyond Zoom, Teams and video lectures — what do university students really want from online learning? As any university student, lecturer or tutor can attest, the pandemic has turned learning and teaching...
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14 Oct 2021
Become stronger than your fears
Become stronger than your fears You must have heard the saying that 'fear is the mind-killer’. Just like how fear can stop you from making decisions, it can also stop you from...
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14 Oct 2021
Australian far-right terrorism investigations have increased by 750 per cent in 18 months
Australian far-right terrorism investigations have increased by 750 per cent in 18 months Two years ago, nationalist and racist violent extremism barely accounted for two per cent of the Australian Federal Police's...
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14 Oct 2021
Attract people, places and things perfect for your growth
Attract people, places and things perfect for your growth People, places and things are all aspects of life that can help or harm your growth. It is, therefore, important to understand why...
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14 Oct 2021
Quality Student Assessment Resources from CAQA Resources
Quality Student Assessment Resources from CAQA Resources What are Student Assessments? An effective assessment tool allows learners to demonstrate their skills and knowledge according to set learning objectives. It is necessary to...
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14 Oct 2021
The role of online education is evolving due to Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The role of online education is evolving due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). With the rise of Artificial Intelligence, the role of online education is changing. AI-based tools can automatically generate and grade...
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14 Oct 2021
Update related to AQF Framework
Update related to AQF Framework We'd like to provide an update on the new AQF framework, currently under development. The Review of the Australian Qualifications Framework was completed at the end of...
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14 Oct 2021
The simulated environment for online learning
The simulated environment for online learning A simulated environment is an artificial representation of a real-world environment. Training organisations are increasingly turning to simulations for training purposes. The point of simulations is...
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14 Oct 2021
Risk assessment and risk management at your organisation
Risk assessment and risk management at your organisation Risk assessment and risk management at your organisation should be a continuous process. It involves best practices like identifying, assessing and mitigating risks. Risk...
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14 Oct 2021
ASQA Update - October 2021
ASQA Update - October 2021 ASQA’s risk-based regulatory program in 2021-22 has been informed by the outcomes of our annual environmental scan, which brings together feedback from stakeholder groups and regulatory data...
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14 Oct 2021
ASQA publishes scoping study on VET in schools
ASQA publishes scoping study on VET in schools The scoping study on vocational education and training delivered to secondary school students was issued by the national regulating agency in order to protect...
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14 Oct 2021
Amendments to the ESOS Act effective 27 September 2021
Amendments to the ESOS Act effective 27 September 2021 Recent amendments to the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act) have replaced existing legislation around monitoring, investigation, and enforcement. This...
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14 Oct 2021
We are looking for a Senior Compliance and Quality Assurance Manager to join our team at CAQA, Career Calling International.
We are looking for a Senior Compliance and Quality Assurance Manager to join our team at CAQA, Career Calling International. We are seeking a Senior Compliance and Quality Assurance Manager to join...
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14 Oct 2021
The VET Sector News II- October 2021
The VET Sector News II- October 2021 IDP Live transforms international landscape for next generation of students IDP has recently launched its new student-centred app, IDP Live. IDP Live brings together a...
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14 Oct 2021
A New Normal For Online Education
A New Normal For Online Education The headline appeared in the New York Times on February 21, 1994: “Computers and Phones Pave New Path to College Degree.” The article characterized how the...
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14 Oct 2021
6 interesting stats from the Voice of VET RTO Industry Australia Report 2021
6 interesting stats from the Voice of VET RTO Industry Australia Report 2021 Australia’s Registered Training Organisations had a lot to say in this year’s Voice of VET Report. Here’s three things...
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14 Oct 2021
2021 fee relief now available to VRQA RTOs and non-school providers
2021 fee relief now available to VRQA RTOs and non-school providers Fee relief is available to eligible registered training organisations (RTOs) and non-school senior secondary providers (NSSSPs) to help ease the ongoing...
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14 Oct 2021
Why organisations should prioritise systematic continuous improvement as a strategic priority
Why organisations should prioritise systematic continuous improvement as a strategic priority Continuous improvement is one of the most important ways to ensure compliance with regulatory operations and successful organisational performance. By continuously...
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14 Oct 2021
Why should you read and share THE VET SECTOR newsletter?
Why should you read and share THE VET SECTOR newsletter? The purpose of this newsletter is to maintain an ongoing dialogue with the industry representatives, giving them a voice and platform to...
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14 Oct 2021
Training and assessment strategies - why you should have a clear roadmap!
Training and assessment strategies - why you should have a clear roadmap! When it comes to training, there are many factors that contribute to the effectiveness of the training. However, one of...
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14 Oct 2021
Experts weigh in on Australia’s 10-year strategy at AIEC
Experts weigh in on Australia’s 10-year strategy at AIEC The Australian government is hoping to release its anticipated Australian Strategy for International Education 2021-2030 before the year is out, a government representative said at...
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14 Oct 2021
How online education can give disabled children greater learning opportunities
How online education can give disabled children greater learning opportunities Globally, about 15 per cent of the population lives with some form of disability. Of this, 80 per cent lives in developing...
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