Year 9 students's views towards their careers and technology education

Abstract

Technology education is compulsory for all New Zealand students until the end of Year 10. After this time the students have the option to undertake further studies although it is no longer compulsory. Year 9 is usually the first year of secondary schooling and is often seen as the time when students start thinking about future directions. This research aims to ascertain Year 9 students’ views of technology education and its relevance to themselves and their careers.