2/02 - The Hammer, The Market and The Map
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TVET has evolved significantly from its historical roots, beginning in the Medieval Age and drawing from practices established in medieval guilds, further developed through mercantilism, and expanded during colonial times. The Hammer, The Market, and The Map symbolize how these elements are interconnected:
The Hammer represents guilds, which were foundational in shaping vocational education through rigorous apprenticeships and quality control, exemplified by Flanders' cloth-makers and Florence's goldsmiths.
The Market signifies mercantilism, reflecting economic policies that crafted national economies, evident in England's Navigation Acts which demanded goods be carried on English ships.
The Map points to colonialism, indicating the expansion and spread of vocational practices as European powers established colonies, introducing guild systems that helped in creating a controlled economic environment and facilitating the global dissemination of vocational practices.
Each element contributed substantially to the foundation of modern TVET:
Guilds managed vocational training, ensuring skill transfer and setting high standards.
Mercantilism enhanced local industry competitiveness, aligning vocational skills with economic goals.
Colonialism spread European methods globally, influencing education systems in the colonies.
These historical phases laid the structural and philosophical foundations of contemporary TVET systems, highlighting its crucial role in economic and skill development across different eras and geographies.
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