In this paper, we present a study that focuses on the vocational education and training (VET) system in Norway and the part of the training undertaken in training establishments. The purpose of the study is to examine whether the use of an electronic monitoring tool improves the apprentices' learning-and work habits as well as their professional awareness.The study is twofold. Firstly, we used a quantitative design to illuminate the phenomenon of 'volition', as an expression of learning and work habits. In this part of the study 64 apprentices answered a questionnaire. Secondly, we conducted a qualitative study in which three apprentices were interviewed about their experiences with the electronic monitoring tool and what it entails in terms of their learning and work habits, as well as their professional awareness.Findings indicate that the electronic monitoring tool helps to reinforce communication between the apprentices and instructors. In addition, findings indicate that apprentices' reflection and effort increases, which can be an important contribution to appropriate learning and work habits.In sum, our findings suggest that an electronic monitoring tool appears to contribute positively to both appropriate learning and work habits, as well as management of apprentices' understanding of their future professional responsibilities.
This article examines the use of a conversation tool called »LeVel«, which employees of the Norwegian Probation Service use when talking with young boys who are serving a youth sentence. Two focus group interviews have been carried out among employees. Interview data were analyzed using thematic analysis based on two questions: to what extent do staff members in the probation service feel that a conversation tool can be of support when conducting conversations with boys who have committed sexual abuse; and what importance do employees think the conversation tool has for conversations with these young people? The informants are generally positive about the conversation tool, but they point out that the fact that conversations are not based on voluntary participation is a challenge. Furthermore, the tool is not adapted to users with language difficulties, neurological diagnoses or cognitive difficulties. The informants also indicate that the time frames available for conversations vary greatly, which means that one is in danger of having to finish conversations earlier than desired.
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