Project Description
MBO STAD (NETHERLANDS)
The service was launched by MBO Raad, the Dutch vocational training council.
Users explore an interactive city where they can enter a range of workplaces in order to learn about the jobs which exist in different industries.
These job profiles also cover study routes and so can be used as a method of introducing students to the range of vocational options available.
The website shows a virtual city with a variety of job opportunities available. Users can select different characters and locations to find out more about specific job roles and routes to employment. Video clips of people currently working in different industries are also included.
The tool’s graphics enable users to easily follow links to more detailed information on VET courses.
Additionally, the design of the game helps to break down stereotypes of traditionally male and female job roles by featuring characters of different genders completing a variety of tasks.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Students
TYPE OF PRACTICE
Virtual tool
How to use this Resource
Using this resource for learning
The virtual tool introduces young people to job profiles, training opportunities and labour market information. These job profiles also cover study routes and so can be used as a method of introducing students to the range of vocational options available. Additionally, the design of the game helps to break down stereotypes of traditionally male and female job roles by featuring characters of different genders completing a variety of tasks.