Steer, R; Spours, K; Hodgson, A; Finlay, I; Coffield, F; Edward, S; Gregson, M; (2007) ‘modernisation’ and the role of policy levers in the learning and skills sector. Journal of Vocational Education and Training , 59 (2) pp. 175-192. 10.1080/13636820701342574.

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Abstract

This paper examines the changing use of policy levers in the English postcompulsory education and training system, often referred to as the learning and skills sector (LSS). Policy steering by governments has increased significantly in recent years, bringing with it the development of new forms of arms-length regulation. In the English context, these changes were expressed during the 1980s and 1990s through neoliberal New Public Management and, since 1997, have been extended through the New Labour government’s project to further ‘modernise’ public services. We look here at the changing use of policy levers (focussing in particular on the role of targets, funding, inspection, planning and initiatives) over three historical phases, paying particular attention to developments since the formation of the Learning and Skills Council (LSC) in 2001. We conclude by considering the range of responses adopted by education professionals in this era of ‘modernisation’. © 2007 The Vocational Aspect of Education Ltd.

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