The Global Trends in Vocational Education Innovation 2025

This book offers a rigorous analysis of the evolving global landscape of vocational education, based on a comparative study of vocational education reforms conducted by CNAES. The book identifies eight major trends shaping vocational education worldwide: Public good orientation: vocational education is increasingly embodying public good attributes Holistic skills development: shifting from one-dimensional skills to comprehensive development Diversified collaboration: emphasizing multi-actor collaboration and diversified provision Digital transformation: promoting overall transformation with industrial digitalization Ubiquitous lifelong learning: supporting lifelong skills renewal Dual-qualified teaching staff: enhancing teacher competency through industry–education integration Systematized legal framework: establishing multi-dimensional legal safeguard system International alignment: advancing cooperation mechanisms and standard systems It reports findings from a systematic analysis of nearly 9,000 academic papers, international reports, and policy documents covering 145 countries and regions, complemented by insights from over 300 global experts. It delivers evidence-based insights to facilitate international dialogue and global collaboration on vocational education. For policymakers, educators and researchers, the book provides a solid framework for promoting the high-quality development of vocational education globally, helping build a sustainable, inclusive and prosperous global community with a shared future.