Teachers and Trainers Matter
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Experts from many international, regional and national agencies generously share their views, experiences and findings on skills, helping policy-makers among other stakeholders to understand the linkages between education, training and the world of work, and how to integrate skills into national development planning to promote employment and economic growth.

Access to training

Access for all to good quality education, vocational training and workplace learning is a fundamental principle of social cohesion and economic growth. Some groups of people may require targeted attention if they are to benefit from education, training and employment opportunities.
This is particularly the case for disadvantaged youth, lower skilled workers, people with disabilities, and people in rural communities. The attractiveness of vocational education and training is enhanced when combined with entrepreneurship training and when public policies encourage utilization of higher skills by business.
Research papers
Working papers, reports, and other publications from international organizations, academic institutions and bilateral agencies. Research findings to stimulate informed debate on skills, employment and productivity issues.

How to support them in high-performance apprenticeships and work-based learning.
This report shows examples on how to develop work-based learning and apprenticeships systems. Prepared by the group of experts 'ET 2020 Working Group on Vocational Education and Training', the document highlights 12 policy pointers and inspirational examples to strengthen support for teachers and trainers in the vital role that they play.