High vocational training between formal and non-formal learning: The case of Master programs in Italian Universities

  • Maddalena Formicuzzi
  • Serena Cubico
  • Jocilene Gadioli De Oliveira
  • Giuseppe Favretto
  • Anastasia Ferrari
  • Piermatteo Ardolino
Keywords: Formal learning, non-formal learning, competency assessment, competency certification, university vocational training

Abstract

The present work results from the realization of the research and intervention project «Master Universitari e competenze acquisite: Validazione e certificazione» funded by the Veneto Region. This project has allowed us to achieve a number of observations and reflections on teaching methodologies, assessment and certification tools related to learning achieved in the field of both formal and non-formal learning. 

Published
2018-09-20
How to Cite
Formicuzzi, M., Cubico, S., Gadioli De Oliveira, J., Favretto, G., Ferrari, A. and Ardolino, P. (2018) “High vocational training between formal and non-formal learning: The case of Master programs in Italian Universities”, Swiss Journal of Educational Research, 36(3), pp. 481–500. doi: 10.24452/sjer.36.3.5108.