All Episodes - Finishing the Course: The Podcast

This podcast episode explores the research paper "Finishing the Course: What shapes the success of Autistic Adults in Australia’s Vocational Education System," a qualitative systematic literature review by James David Boler. While Vocational Education and Training (VET) provides critical pathways into skilled trades and technical careers, autistic learners in Australia face disproportionately lower completion rates compared to their neurotypical peers.The discussion shifts the focus away from individual deficits, instead examining how systemic, institutional, and pedagogical environments interact to shape student outcomes. James shares insights from his review of 20 peer-reviewed articles and national policy documents, providing a comprehensive look at the barriers—and the potential levers for change—within the VET sector.This episode is also deeply personal, as James discusses how his research was sparked by his experiences as a VET t

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