Vocational pedagogies and benefits for learners: practices and challenges in Europe

This Cedefop research paper aims to inform policy-making through understanding better the impact of learning outcomes approaches on vocational pedagogies. Bringing evidence on the benefits for learners of learner-centred teaching and learning methods from 15 Member States – Denmark, Germany, Ireland, Spain, France, Italy, Lithuania, Hungary, Malta, the Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, Finland, Sweden and UK-England – the paper delves into existing challenges and barriers to applying such pedagogies successfully in initial vocational education and training (IVET). Ten case studies in seven of these countries produce new empirical evidence on how VET teachers and trainers, existing learning environments, and available learning materials support or hinder pedagogical change towards learner-centredness. The paper concludes by suggesting good practices, policies and initiatives to help overcome the identified obstacles and support pedagogical innovation in Europe.

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