Because you chose to find out how VECO connects you to learning, this page highlights many ways you can use the VECO Web to further your professional development. Whether you're interested in online learning resources, in-person workshops, or less formal information gathering, we hope that spending some time exploring the links to this page will help you get the most value from VECO.

These Links will Connect You to Learning

VECO Workshops The VECO Workshop offers many online activities and support pages to reinforce what's learned in face-to-face workshops. Expand your understanding of online communities and learn strategies to help you successfully participate in them.

Events Calendar When it's time to advance your professional development by attending a conference or event, the VECO Events Calendar will quickly point you in the right direction.

Internet Links The VECO site posts selected Internet Links that relate to vocational education and training in schools. Use this hotlist to jumpstart your surfing and save you time.

Special Interest Networks If you want to learn about hot topics in vocational education, one way is to join a Specialised National Network. Current networks include Reworking Years 9 - 10 (9-10network) and Rural and Remote Areas Vocational Education (rrave-on). Use the Web resources and receive email or fax updates.

Resources Library There's always plenty to learn at the library and the VECO Resources Library is no different. Search, read, and download resources recommended by your colleagues in the field.

Discussion Lists Sometimes the richest learning comes from the give and take involved in a good conversation. VECO sponsors several discussion lists like voced-coord and smaller specialised lists. Search the archives, lurk, or participate your way to learning.

Online Guests When people who possess specialised expertise get a chance to share what they know, learning's inevitable. Participate in discussions with Online guests or read archives of these sessions.

The VECO Café The VECO Café affords new learning opportunities such as posing questions to conference presenters, chatting with online guests, or discussing issues among a small group of interested colleagues many of whom may live across the country.

Program Registry If you have questions about your program, doesn't it help to ask those who've taken the same steps just a little earlier? Search the VECO Program Registry to make contact with and learn from these pioneers.

First published August 23, 1999. Last modified October 6, 2000.