Identifying the Defining Features of Flexible Learning Options

George Myconos

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In: Gauging the Value of Education for Disenfranchised Youth

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George Myconos Research and Policy Centre Brotherhood of St Laurence, Melbourne, Australia

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Pages:: 29–41

DOI:: https://doi.org/10.1163/9789463512428_003

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In common with many ‘developed’ nations, Australia has a growing problem of disengagement from mainstream education by a significant minority of young people. We have witnessed in response to this issue the proliferation of ‘alternative’ educational programs or flexible learning options (FLOs), which attempt to re-engage such young people and provide them with meaningful educational experiences. Using data collected from phenomenologically aligned interviews of staff and students, defining features of these programs are identified: an unconditionally inclusive ethos and corresponding approach to governance, tailored and flexible pedagogy and curriculum, and the centrality of wellbeing and relationship building. Although all these features are clearly evident, the pivotal role played by wellbeing support for students is noted, providing the stability and peer and adult support that students require if they are to renew their education.

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Gauging the Value of Education for Disenfranchised Youth

Flexible Learning Options

Series: Innovations and Controversies: Interrogating Educational Change, Volume: 7

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