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Evaluation of Sustainability and Accessibility Strategies in Vocational Education Training

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  • Gunay Kibrit

    (Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Education, Institute of Graduate Studies, Near East University, Nicosia 99138, Northern Cyprus, Turkey
    Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Education, University of Kyrenia, Kyrenia 99320, Northern Cyprus, Turkey)

  • Fahriye Altinay

    (Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Education, Institute of Graduate Studies, Near East University, Nicosia 99138, Northern Cyprus, Turkey
    Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Education, University of Kyrenia, Kyrenia 99320, Northern Cyprus, Turkey)

  • Gokmen Dagli

    (Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Education, Institute of Graduate Studies, Near East University, Nicosia 99138, Northern Cyprus, Turkey
    Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Education, University of Kyrenia, Kyrenia 99320, Northern Cyprus, Turkey)

  • Zehra Altinay

    (Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Education, Institute of Graduate Studies, Near East University, Nicosia 99138, Northern Cyprus, Turkey
    Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Education, University of Kyrenia, Kyrenia 99320, Northern Cyprus, Turkey)

  • Ramesh Sharma

    (School of Global Affairs, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi, New Delhi 110015, India)

  • Rustam Shadiev

    (School of Educational Science, Nanjing Normal University, Nanjing 210098, China)

  • Ahmed Tlili

    (Smart Learning Institute, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China)

  • Menil Celebi

    (Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Near East University, Nicosia 99138, Northern Cyprus, Turkey)

  • Mohamed Jemni

    (ALESCO, Tunis 1003, Tunisia)

  • Meryem Bastas

    (Societal Research and Development Center, Faculty of Education, University of Kyrenia, Kyrenia 99320, Northern Cyprus, Turkey)

Abstract

Sustainability plays a significant role in all levels of education. Paying attention to strategies for accessibility in educational levels is highly needed. This research aims to evaluate accessibility strategies in vocational education training (VET). It is significant to put efforts into VET to raise awareness on accessibility for the societal benefits of inclusivity and digital transformation in services for all. While preparing the educational context for digital education, accessibility strategies are essential for establishing the future of education. The study adopted the qualitative research approach and used semi-structured interviews and public reports for data collection. The sample of the study comprised the staff working at the management/administrative level in VET and at the ministry of education. Results indicated that suitable strategies are crucial for sustainability and accessibility in VET. Active citizenship for the global world requires understanding the practical sides of accessibility. In this respect, this study recommends vocational training activities based on sustainability and accessibility. To set sustainable strategies in VET, defining the proper roles and responsibilities of teachers, trainers, and staff are essential. The administrative authority, protection of school fixtures and procedures, resolving financial issues, overcoming obstacles such as quality activities, and the professional inadequacy of teacher training are basic steps for developing VET.

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  • Gunay Kibrit & Fahriye Altinay & Gokmen Dagli & Zehra Altinay & Ramesh Sharma & Rustam Shadiev & Ahmed Tlili & Menil Celebi & Mohamed Jemni & Meryem Bastas, 2022. "Evaluation of Sustainability and Accessibility Strategies in Vocational Education Training," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 14(19), pages 1-14, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:14:y:2022:i:19:p:12061-:d:923693
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