1. emphasis on vocational or job-related training rather than academic or liberal education
Usage: educational policy
2. the belief that education should primarily prepare students for specific careers or trades
Usage: educational philosophy

Examples

• The school board debated whether vocationalism was overshadowing traditional academic subjects.
• Critics argue that excessive vocationalism limits students’ intellectual development.
• The rise of vocationalism has led to more technical training programs in high schools.
• Some educators worry that vocationalism reduces education to mere job preparation.
• The university balanced vocationalism with liberal arts requirements.
• Community colleges often embrace vocationalism to serve local workforce needs.