| 英文摘要 |
Taiwan is currently facing teacher shortages and the impact of declining birth rates, with highly specialized vocational fields being particularly affected. This study analyzes entrance examination results and candidate numbers over the past three years in the Power Mechanical Engineering group to examine the effects of teacher education on students’professional knowledge and skills. It also draws on international developments, referencing OECD PISA-VET initiatives and trends in assessing automotive maintenance competencies. Based on these findings, three recommendations are proposed. First, government departments should prioritize teacher education, expand publicly funded positions, and ensure teachers possess sufficient professional knowledge and teaching abilities. Second, curriculum design should incorporate more practical operations, allowing students to learn in real-world work environments. Third, exam questions should reference the trends of PISA-VET international assessment, integrating vocational fields and employment skills into corresponding professional disciplines, serving as a reference for the design of professional and practical subjects. This will improve the curriculum, content, and learning environment of vocational education and training in Taiwan. |