-VOLUME 3 : NUMBER 05 : FEBRUARY 08, 1985 PARKING FEES VCC - VANCOUVER VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE FEB 1 2 1985 LIBRARY Due to an excess of parking expenditures over revenue, the VVI Parking Pool Committee has reluctantly recommended an increase in monthly parking of $3.00 per month. The new rate of $23.00 per month for parking will take effect on April 1/85 (sorry - this isn't an April Fool's joke)I RGS JOB OPPORTUNITIES LANGARA Full/Part Time Computer Instructor (Temporary). Starting date is March 19, 1985. Closing date for application is February 13, 1985. KEC Clerk Typist I-II. Temporary position until approximately June 28, 1985. Closing date is February 14/85. VICTORIA Curriculum Coordinator, Education Officer II. To undertake development, coordination and production of post-secondary curriculum and learning materials, manage curriculum development initiatives, conduct workshops, coordinate project committees. Identify curriculum needs, assist with writing, editing and graphics design of manuscripts. Apply to the Ministry of Education c/o Mr. N.A. Rubidge. LOST AND FOUND Please be reminded that all lost and found enquiries should be directed to the Security Office on the mall. TRRM CHANGE IN HOURS FOR RGS Effective immediately Mr. R.G. Strachan, Assistant Dean of Administrative and Student Services, Local 432, will be working the hours of 10:00 to 18:00. TRRM BUDGET PROPOSALS On January 25, A.S. Manera circulated information with respect to the above proposal and invited comment to the CEC by February 8 and to the Board's Administration Committee on February 14. In order to clarify the procedure ..ith respect to the above, comment and delegations will be in order at the Board's Administration Committee meeting, which will be held in the Board Chambers at Central Administration, commencing at 3:^0 pm on February 14. A recommendation will then be made to the Board. No delegations will be heard at the February 20 Annual Meeting of the Board. MNCOUI^ER COMMUNITY Vancouver Vocational Institute 5B S^NCOUL^R COMMUNITY COLLEGi: Contfnulng Education Division Langara Campus presents its NEW PACIFIC RIM PROGRAM featuring FOUR FREE TALKS of SPECIAL INTEREST to YOU... The Pacific Rim brought to your doorstep in a series of four free talks presented by our Pacific Rim Program. /; CANADA'S NEIGHBOURS in ASIA Wednesday, February 13,1985 7 30 p m PHILIPPINES The Philippines _ ¦vorr. ,/ <76 Of // nGsda Today Problems Challengesand ; ^ y- '^ry l3 j; Opportunities Utf-dcl Mundo--; i' Ite-oHhe-Phtftppmes Wednesday, March 13, 1985 CANADIAN MALAYSIAN Rela¬ 7 30 p m tions Dr Paul Chan University of Malaya, Malaysia Wednesday, March 27, 1985 FANTASTIC FIJI, Mr R G Pillai Fiji Consul for B C and Alberta 7'30 p m. Wednesday, April 10, 1985 7'30 p m VANCOUVER Mayor M Harcourt City of Vancouver EACH PRESENTATION WILL BE HELD at LECTURE THEATRE 130 Langara Campus, 100 W. 49th Ave There's plenty of FREE PARKING In the Langara Campus lots, enter from 49th Ave. Tfiu series Is part of the NEW PACIFIC RIM PROGRAM designed to increase the awareness of British Columbians, of our neighbours in Asa This thought provoking and fact-Ailed series will be of interest to the general public as well as those with specific trade and commercial connections with Asia sP^kl J}on fVs_ . // onm A fco^7>ene^?, ^ DeVeln tnt e'00 Pwent o.: aPeratj DevJI Phlu Autkon £ I VET A Newsletter International Vocational Education and Training Association Volume 1-1 Winter 1985 Worldwide Collaboration: From Idea to Reality ty Valija M. Axelrcd and Joel H. f-fagisos What do vocational educators from the Bahamas, Canada, Colombia, EJgypt, Honduras, Jamaica, Liberia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Pakistan, the Philippines, Singapore, Tiawan, Turkey, and the United States share in common? At least one repre¬ sentative from each of these countries is a charter member of the new Ihtemational Vocational Education and Training Association (IVEIA). IVEEA vas created cn December 3j 1984 at the American Vocational Association's (AVA) conference to promote further the linkages established among the professionals in attendance. These steps included the appointment of Mr. Qjince D. Francis (Jamaica) as temporary chair and the selec¬ tion of nine additional steering committee members from Haiti, Jordan, Kenya, Liberia, Taiwan, Turkey, United States, Venezuela, and W. Gennany. The steering committee met its charge by petitioning and obtaining section status in the New and Related Services Division of AVA; planning the 1984 convention program; and drafting a proposed constitution Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana to accompiish four major purposes: and by-laws. + Foster and promote professional Beginning at the International Section's organizational meeting on November 30, 1984, linkages among internatianal vocational educators and trainers + Serve as a forum for the sharing of vocational education and training problems and solutions worldwide + Assist in the further development of vocational education and training as an international enterprise excitement and enthusiasm for the new association were evident. Attendance at the first general session exceeded the room's capacity mth individuals crowding in to hear three outstanding presentations: + "Modernizing Vocational Education in Egypt: A Progress Report"—Dr. Robert E. Andreka, presenter + Facilitate the worldwide dissemination of vocational education and training information + "Postsecondaiy Technical and IVETA's birth is the culmination of a Vocational Education in Turkey: A Short Survey of the Country's Needs and Expected Contributions of the two-year-gestation period. Planning for a special international conference was Technician Training Project—Dr. A. Vural Turker, presenter initiated at the 1982 AVA Annual Convention in St. Louis, Missouri. AVA's International Programs Committee and the National Center for Research in Vocational Education cosponsored International Collabaration; New Horizons for Vocational Education and + "Curriculum Development for the Ihtemational Client" Dr. William D. Kline, presenter Annual Convention in Anaheim, California. At the business meeting on Dec. 3, IVETA emerged as an official affiliate association with elected officers and an Executive •Additional steps were taken at the 1983 Committee. Training in conjunction with the 1983 AVA In addition, Dr. A. Vural Turker was named as IVETA OFFICERS the Acting Regional VP for Europe. Hie ExBGutive Committee wiH appoint Regional VPs for Asia; Middle and Near East and North Africa: and for Ekst Africa. President: Mr. Quince D. Francis Regional VicePresidents: (Jamaica) Southeast Asia and Dr. Frank Tierv-Jm Chang following organizational trappings were President-Elect: Dr. A. Vural Turker introduced: a charter members' scroll and (Turkey) individual charter member certificates, certificates of appreciation, a flag stand, a Treasurer: Mr. Charles E. Collins President's gavel, and "International" Dr. Valija M. Axelrod (United States) (Liberia) ribbons. These articles served to heighten Because every organization benefits from established traditions and ceremonies, the interest in the new association. The second general session for international participants was equally well received, ikrticipants had the opportunity to learn about the Vocational and Industrial Training Board of Singapore in a presentation by Mr. Jim Kbon Juay Ho. "Curriculum Resources for International Vocational Education"—a presentation led by Dr. Jay Snink involving several presenters—provided participants with very useful information about data sources. Other convention highlights for the new international association participants included a joint session vdth the American Vocational Education Personnel Development Association, the NRS Carousel, and the following corporate-sponsored events: a reception by Price Waterhouse, a reception by RCA, and an Executive Committee breakfast sponsored by HBJ International. Membership in IVETA is off to a healthy start—113 iodividual charter members including 5 students and 8 institutional members. Membership in IVEIA will assure your active participation in this dynamic organization and help keep you in touch with professionals around the world. the fkcific: (Taiwan) West Africa: General Secretazy: Dr. Marvin E. lamoureaux latin America and the Caribbean: Mr. Cedric C. MsCuUoch (Canada) (Jamaica) Membership Secretary: North America: Mr. Stephen J. Crayton Dr. Dave Fretwell (Liberia) (United States) IVETA logo Most groups or organizations have a sign, symbol, or logo that is used to identify that group. IVEIA needs to develop one to use on its stationary, newsletter, and other forms of communication. Send us your ideas and suggestions and in upcoming issues of the newsletter they will be presented to the membership in this publi¬ cation. later in the year or next year at the convention a final selection of a logo will be made by the membership and be included in future correspondence. Send CCHKRAIE SQPPORr PGR IVEEA APHMILAIED publishable drawings or sketches and we will include them in later editions of the news¬ IVEIA. got off to a great start at the AVA Convention due in part to the letter. You nay want to include a short description of what the logo means or symbolizes. The more ideas the better. outstanding support received from several corporate sponsors. IVETA would like to express its appreciation to Price Waterhouse and RCA for hosting receptions for the membership which were exceedingly well attended and to HBJ International for hosting an Executive Committee breakfast. Much of the credit for helping sustain interest and enthusiasm for the founding of our new organization goes to these corporations. Thanks again, we all enjoyed the events. Send correspondence to: EDITOR, IVETA NEWSLETTER The Vocational Studies Center UINIVLKSII\ (if WISCONSIN-MADISON 964 Educational Sciences Building 1025 West Johnson Street Madison, Wistonsin 53706 Membership in IVETA Growing To roost observers the number of Charter Members to the Intematioml Vocational Education and Training Association (IVETA) exceeded expectations. While early- estimates projected an initial membership of 4.0 to 50 at the 1984 AVA Conference, the final total was more than twice that among. A total of 110 regular members along with 3 student members, 1 for profit institution and 3 non-profit institutions became darter Members. While the time is past for individuals to become charter members it is still a good time to join. As a member you will receive the IVETA NEWSLETTER with infomation on upcoming events and activities and be part of a growing inter¬ national organization dedicated to improve¬ ments in Vocational Mucation and Training. In an effort to enable institutional representatives to obtain necessary approvals for institutional memberships, the charter membership deadline for institutions is June 30, 1985- Don't delay, fill out the enclosed membership form and send it in today. Cane GROW with us. ELAMENG UNDEEWAI KE 1985 Planning for the 1985 conference program is now underway under the continuing leadership of Dr. A. Vural Turker, Program Chair, and assisted by Dr. Valija Axelrod, Program Coardinator. Initial ideas promise to be of great interest to participants from both developed and developing countries. IVETA is new, young, and growing. Be an active member and participate. If you have program ideas, wish to present at the 1985 conference, or are willing to assist in any way please contact either: Dr. A. Vural Turker IVETA 1985 Program Chair OR-AN Sitesi 53 Bloh Daire 5 Cankaya, Ankara, Turkey Dr. Valija Axelrcd IVETA 1985 Program Coordinator National Center for Research in Vocational Education I960 Kenny Road Columbus, CH 43210 111111111111111 ill 11111111111111111111111111 1 HATS OFF TO INSIITmiCNAL GHAREER MEMBERS Support for IVETA has been shown by a lumber of institutions. As of Jan 31 the following organizations have become Institutional Charter Members. NON-PROFIT INSTITOnONS: Consejo Asesor para el Eesarrollo de los Recursos Humanos de Honduras Apartado 1599 , 5 piso Edificio Quinchon leon Tegucigalpa, Honduras Ing. Humberto leon, Executive DLrector Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN 47809 Dr. Lowell D. Anderson,. Chairman Industrial Technology Education Vancouver Community College Vancouver Vocational Institute 250 West Pender Street Vancouver, B.C. V6B 1S9 Canada Vocational Studies Center University of Wisconsin 1025 West Johnson St. Madison, WI 53706 Dr. Merle Strong, Director Vocational Technical Education Consortium of States 795 Peachtree St., NE Atlanta, GA 30365 Dr. K.M. EMdy, Director VSAP Waukesha County Technical Institute Area Vocational, Technical & Adult Education District 800 Nfain Street Pewaukse, WI 53072 T.L. Millard KSR PROFIT INSTITUTIONS: lab-Volt Systems P.O. Box 686 Famdngdale, N.J. 07727 Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, Inc. Orlando, FL 32887 1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 n interests. To insure that a free exchange of ideas takes place you are encouraged to send your news and ideas to the newsletter so they can be shared with your colleagues around the world. From the Editor's Desk This issue of the IVEIA Newsletter marks the beginning of what v-e all hope is a The IVEIA Newsletter will strive to be an active communications tool for Inter¬ new era in communication between vocational national Vocational Educators by printing educators worldwide. To make this effort a news from your colleagues worldwide. In success win require the support of many people around the world. Support comes in many farms; it means being interested, ccncemed, involved, and taking a stand or expounding a point of view. For "the organ¬ ization and the newsletter to be a success we do not always have to agree, bit ve do all have to communicate. What this news¬ letter is and what it becomes will depend upon you. If you only participate by reading then "the ideas brought forth and the views expressed could be ccaatrolled by a snail group who may not view the world the RflTOA way you do or who have special order to present the news it must first be gathered; that is where you come in. Mien something new is happening in your area let us know and we will keep the membership informed. Due to space limitations keep stories and articles brief, tut do include as immh information as possible. We would also like to hear from you to let us know what you like and dislike about the news¬ letter and what we can do to improve each issue. What could we include to make the newsletter more helpful to you and your work. Lets all work together to make the IVEIA Newsletter a success. 1111111111111111111111111111111ii11111111111111111n11111111111111111111111 n i II 111111111 + Reminder!! Institutions have unto! June 30, 1985 to become Charter Members., Show your support for international vocational education by becoming an institutional member of IVEIA. 111111111111111111111111111111111111 n 1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 M i ****************************************** * APPLICATION FOR IVETA MEMBERSHIP * * * * NAME; * * TITLE: * * : ' * * ORGANIZATION: * * ADDRESS: TYPE OF * * * * * * * * * * MEMBERSHIP: * * * * REGULAR (US$10.00-annual) STUDENT (US$ 5.00 annual) * * * * INSTITUTIONAL, INSTITUTIONAL, * * NON-PROFIT (US$50.00 annual) PROFIT (US$100.00 annual) * * * * MAIL CHECK OR MONEY ORDER (ISSUED TO IVETA) TO: * * DR. VALIJA AXELR0D, TREASURER * * National Center for Research in Vocational Education * * * I960 Kenny Columbus, Ohio Road 43210, USA * * ******************************************