Continuing the development of work based learning
Work based learning (WBL) is a form of vocational education provision in which learners acquire practical skills and knowledge in a real working environment of company (at least half of the study period), but theoretical knowledge is acquired at a vocational education institution. This education form is recognized in the European Union as one of the best ways to motivate students to engage in vocational education.
Employers’ motivation to take part in implementation of work based learning
The study of Ministry of Economics “The employers’ motivation to take part in the implementation work based learning” was aimed at providing a deeper insight for education and economic policy makers on possible support measures in the implementation of work based learning in vocational education.
The higher level qualifications dominate in the long-term labour force forecasts (June 2012)
In June 2012, the Ministry of Economics published its “Informative Report on the long- and medium-term labour market forecasts”, which outlines the current situation in the Latvian labour market, as well as the medium-term labour market forecasts until 2020 and long-term labour market forecasts until 2030 prepared by the Ministry of Economics are included.
