Conceptual foundations of vocational education quality: the evolution of approaches within the context of human capital transformation

Radkevych, V. O. (orcid.org/0000-0002-9233-5718) (2026) Conceptual foundations of vocational education quality: the evolution of approaches within the context of human capital transformation . Publishing House of University of Technology, Katowice, Poland, pp. 9-16. ISBN 978-83-68422-17-7

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Abstract

This chapter investigates the conceptual foundations of vocational education quality amidst contemporary challenges. It analyses the genesis of the “education quality” category, evolving from academic canons to a dynamic model that satisfies stakeholder needs through conditions, processes, and outcomes. The transformation of educational orientations is examined through the lens of human capital theory evolution, where cognitive flexibility and lifelong learning capacities remain priorities. The study identifies a mutual determination between investments and quality standards as a guarantor of the economic efficiency of professional training. The analysis demonstrates that the consolidation of the competence paradigm facilitates a transition toward assessing actual learning outcomes. Finally, the research outlines strategic development vectors for a holistic educational ecosystem – namely digitalisation, inclusivity, and foresight – underpinned by next-generation occupational standards and independent professional qualification assessment tools.

Item Type:	Book
Keywords:	human capital, inclusivity, competence paradigm, occupational standards, digitalisation, vocational education quality
Subjects:	Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 00 Prolegomena. Fundamentals of knowledge and culture. Propaedeutics > 004 Computer science and technology. Computing. Data processing > 004.9 Application-oriented computer-based techniques Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 3 Social Sciences > 304 Social questions. Social practice. Cultural practice. Way of life (Lebensweise) Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 3 Social Sciences > 33 Economics. Economic science Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 3 Social Sciences > 37 Education > 377 Specialized instruction. Vocational, technical, professional training. Vocational colleges, institutes. Polytechnics
Divisions:	Institute of Vocational Education > Department of Vocational Education Foreign Systems
Depositing User:	доцент Оксана Субіна
Date Deposited:	10 Apr 2026 12:34
Last Modified:	10 Apr 2026 12:34
URI:	https://lib.iitta.gov.ua/id/eprint/748882

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