The student

There is a difference between students at VET and for example secondary education.

WHY and WHAT are the differences??

Here are some things that might be good to know..

# They are older. Average age between 16 and 20. Some older even..
# They have chosen a specific training. So, (hopefully) they have thought about careers etcetera
# In case of Commercial Services: There are mainly guys, about 79-80% of the students
# Students have a wide knowlegde about phones, gadgets, laptops, music, Apps, Facebook and so on
# They like a personal chat every so often. Music, weekend, relationships, family situation..
# Students are very honest. You can always count on them for receiving feedback.
# They like hands-on tasks. Don't read it, do it! (well, a bit of reading is fine too)
# They are interested in higher education (because many of them intent to get a Bachelor after VET)
# Their level of English is quite good - especially communication wise. They can present themselves.
# Students like the idea of marketing based English - intergrated language and international aspects.
# They like humour in class - a joke, Youtube, a game.
# VET students like to be challenged (e.g. price for the best video/poster/presentation)
# They appreciate it if you teach them like (young) adults, not children. The more grown-up approach, the more professional response and attitude you'll get from them.