THE ROLE OF CULTURAL CONTEXT IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION: THE CASE OF SAUDI ARABIA AND UZBEKISTAN
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19439071Keywords:
vocational education, cultural context, VET systems, labor market, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, education reform, human capitalAbstract
This article examines the role of cultural context in shaping vocational education and training (VET) systems,
focusing on the comparative analysis of Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan. The study analyzes how cultural values, social
norms, and historical backgrounds influence the perception, accessibility, and effectiveness of vocational education. Using
a mixed-methods approach, the research identifies key challenges such as low social prestige of vocational professions,
skills mismatch, and gender-related constraints, as well as opportunities for reform through culturally responsive policies.
The findings highlight that successful transformation of VET systems requires not only institutional reforms but also
changes in societal attitudes and cultural perceptions. The study contributes to the understanding of how cultural factors
interact with economic and educational policies in shaping human capital development
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