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Prosser’s Sixteen Theorems on Vocational Education. A Basis for Vocational Philosophy. Dr. Charles A. Prosser, the first National Director of Vocational Education, developed and publicized the following sixteen theorems as a basis for sound and successful programs.
Prosser’s Sixteen Theorems on Vocational Education A Basis for Vocational Philosophy Dr. Charles A. Prosser, the first National Director of Vocational Education, developed and publicized the following sixteen theorems as a basis for sound and successful programs.
Dr. Charles Prosser presented 16 theorems on vocational education to provide a basis for vocational philosophy. The theorems covered topics such as ensuring vocational training environments replicate real work environments, using industry standards, teaching skills needed for gainful employment, and designing programs based on group and ...
The document outlines 16 theorems proposed by Prosser and Allen in 1925 regarding effective vocational education. The theorems state that vocational education works best when: 1) the training environment matches the actual work environment; 2) industry standards are followed; and 3) it directly trains students in the thinking and habits ...
Three criticisms of the 16 theorems of vocational education are elaborated: perpetuation of status quo, teacher expertise based on trade mastery without pedagogical preparation, and lack of emphasis on higher-level cognitive and affective skills.
In accordance with the concept of lifelong education, one of the major roles of Technical and Vocational Education (TVE) is to develop individuals with high technical skills as desired in the industries in this present technological age.
Dec 10, 2009 · Abstract. For over three-quarters of a century, the implicit learning theory underlying the curriculum and pedagogy of career and technical education has been behaviorism, but the emerging theory of constructivism may have implications for career and technical education practice in the future.
