Work Based Learning
Work-Based Learning (WBL) is an instructional strategy that connects student learning with workplace skills and competencies necessary for success after high school. By engaging with industry partners and stakeholders, students are exposed to work-based learning experiences, which prepare them to make informed college and career choices and allow them to acquire necessary college-and-career-readiness skills.
Work Based Learning Experiences include:
Guest Speakers
Job Shadows
Workplace Tours
Informational Interviews
Service Learning
Mock Interviews
Student Internships
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Student Benefits to Participation in Work-Based Learning:
Make direct connections between classroom learning and real world applications
Build personal ownership of learning by connecting hands-on experiences to individual career goals
Develop college- and career-ready (‘soft’) skills
Develop and practice positive work-related habits and attitudes
Increase motivation to stay in school, earn a high school diploma, and increase post-secondary options.
Develop and work toward achieving college and career goals during high school
Improve post-graduation employment opportunities
Secure part-time employment and financial support for post-secondary education
Establish professional contacts for future employment, mentoring and networking
Employer Benefits to Participation in Work-Based Learning:
Develop new projects and ideas with student assistance
Develop a pool of skilled and motivated potential future employees
Reduce training/recruitment costs
Improve employee motivation and retention
Increase interest in the company and industry
Demonstrate corporate social responsibility
Support and improve educational programs