About the Conference
Hosted and run by NESC Technical Institute (NESC–TI), the TVET Conference 2026 will be held in Trinidad and Tobago from 23rd – 25th April 2026 at the NESC-TI Auditorium in Point Lisas, Couva. The conference invites researchers, practitioners, policymakers, industry partners, and educators to submit abstracts that explore innovative approaches shaping the future of technical and vocational education and training.
Submissions may include empirical research as well as conceptual abstracts that present creative ideas, frameworks, models, or approaches supported by relevant literature and credible sources. The conference seeks to foster dialogue, share best practices, and showcase impactful research and case studies that strengthen TVET systems and workforce development.
Call for Abstracts
We welcome contributions that offer practical insights, evidence-based research, conceptual perspectives, and forward-looking ideas that advance innovation in TVET, with relevance to national, regional, and global TVET systems from:
- TVET practitioners & faculty
- Industry professionals
- Policymakers
- Graduate students (if allowed)
Theme: Innovation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
Conference Sub-Themes
Innovative Teaching and Learning for New Generations
A non-exhaustive list of topics of interest includes:
- Digital, blended, and hybrid learning models in TVET
- Use of AI, AR/VR, simulators, and emerging technologies in skills training
- Competency-based education and assessment innovations
- Micro-credentials, modular learning, and flexible delivery approaches
- Instructor upskilling and digital pedagogy in TVET
- Learner engagement, retention, and inclusive teaching strategies
- Industry-aligned curriculum design for future skills
Climate Action and the Green Economy
A non-exhaustive list of topics of interest includes:
- Integrating sustainability and climate literacy into TVET curricula
- Green skills development for renewable energy and environmental sectors
- TVET’s contribution to national and regional climate goals
- Sustainable training facilities and green campus initiatives
- Circular economy practices and resource efficiency in training environments
- Industry partnerships for green workforce development
- Preparing learners for emerging green jobs
TVET for Economic Diversification through Innovation
A non-exhaustive list of topics of interest includes:
- TVET as a driver of economic diversification and resilience
- Entrepreneurship education and innovation ecosystems in TVET
- Public–private partnerships and industry-led innovation
- Skills development for emerging and non-traditional sectors
- Applied research and technology transfer in TVET institutions
- Workforce development aligned to national development priorities
- TVET support for SMEs, local industries, and community development
Submission Guidelines
- Abstracts should be no more than 500 words.
- Submission type: Research papers, conceptual papers, case studies, policy analyses, or practitioner insights
- Submission deadline: 31 January 2026
- Review timeline: All submissions will be reviewed by 28 February 2026. Authors will receive feedback shortly thereafter. Accepted papers will be informed of the presentation format.
- Review process: Submissions will be reviewed by qualified personnel from the energy industry, alongside subject-matter experts, to ensure academic quality, industry relevance, and practical applicability.
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For any inquiries
Please contact communications@nesc.edu.tt or 1868–612–4684 ext. 1042 or 1040.