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Work-Based Learning:
What to do during YOP?
Laura Fidler, NAF
Instructional Manager, [email protected]
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Session Objectives
• YOP: Intro to Work-Based Learning
– How does NAF define work-based learning?
– What is a 4-year sequenced work-based learning
plan?
– What is a quality work-based learning experience?
– What are the benefits of having a work-based learning
plan?
What is work-based learning?
Term
Category
Characteristics
(Sample: A bee
Is an insect
That)
Work-based learning
is a continuum of
That
educational strategies
NAF Definition
Work-based learning refers to a continuum of activities, both
in and outside the classroom, that provide opportunities for
students to connect what they are learning in the
classroom to the world of work; to learn about careers and
the education and training requirements for occupations
within and across industries; to identify career interests and
aptitudes, and to use the workplace for both learning and
applying college- and career-readiness skills and
knowledge.
NAF Guide to Work-Based Learning
Awareness of one’s own abilities and performance
- Self-directed; takes initiative; resourcefulness
Collaboration and
teamwork
- Ethical behavior
- Ability to work
with diverse
individuals
-Critical and systemic thinking and problem solving
- Information literacy; Creativity and Innovation ; Organizational/technology skills
- Time management; Flexibility and adaptability
- Communication (oral and written, listening and observation)
Core academic content
knowledge (e.g. English,
mathematics, science,
history, arts)
- Post-secondary context
knowledge (admissions
requirements, affording
college, and different
college types)
Core career content
knowledge (e.g. knowledge
specific to profession)
- Career context
knowledge (e.g., pathway
requirements and
qualifications)
Work-Based Learning continuum….huh?
Career Preparation + skills
Career Exploration + skills
Career Awareness + skills
•Prepare students for the workplace
•Prepare employers to work with high
school students
•Make the connection between
academic learning and the workplace
•Teacher externships
Core Courses
English I
Algebra or Geometry
World History
Physical Chemistry
World Lang 1(Fr, Sp, Ar, Mn)
Physical Education
Electives
Support NAF and 21C
Principles of Finance
Core Courses
English II or AP
Geometry or Algebra II/Trig
US History I or AP
Biology or Bio21
World Lang II(Fr, Sp, Ar, Mn)
NAF Courses
Principles of Finance (.5)Financial Services
(.5)
Business Ethics (.5)Financial Planning (.5)
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Accessing and Analyzing
Information
Communication and
Collaboration
Initiative, Leadership,
and Accountability
Citizenship and
Responsibility
Career Day
Job Shadowing
Tours and industry visits
Onsite speakers
1. build an
awareness of the variety of
careers available and begin to
identify areas of interest
2. Comprehends verbal,
written, and visual information
and instructions; listens
effectively
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Problem Solving and
Critical Thinking
Accessing and
Analyzing
Information
Communication and
Collaboration
Creativity and
Innovation
Career Day
Job Shadowing
Offsite industry visits
Onsite speakers
Community projects
1. Understands how school
relates to the world of work
2. Observes non-verbal
communication; articulates
and presents ideas and
information clearly and
effectively both verbally and in
Core Courses
English III or AP
Algebra II/Trig, PreCalc, or Stats
US History II, Civics or AP
Chemistry or Chem21
World LangIII (Fr, Sp, Ar, Mn)
NAF Courses
Business Economics (.5)Global Economics (.5)
Applied Finance (.5)Principals of Accounting (.5)
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Creativity &
innovation
Workplace context
and culture
Career Day
Job Shadowing
Offsite industry visits
Onsite speakers
Mentor
Internships
College and career
trips/applications
1.Connect students’ existing
interests and strengths, helping
them refine their areas of
interest and explore careers and
interests more deeply/ 2.
exercises sound reasoning and
analytical thinking
Core Courses
English IV or AP
PreCalculus, Calculus or Stats
AP US History or AP Gov’t:US
Physics
World LangIV(Fr, Sp, Ar, Mn)
Electives
NAF Courses
E-Commerce /Entrepreneurship
Business Law (1)
•Initiative & resourcefuln
•Professionalism & Ethics
•Quantitative reasoning
Career Day
Job Shadowing
Offsite industry visits
Onsite speakers
Mentor
Internships
Portfolio - College and c
/applications
1.Acquire the basic foundat
skills needed for college an
career readiness
2. demonstrates integrity a
ethical behavior; and acts
responsibly with others in
Example: Students will be able to…..what?
What are the
student learning
outcomes for:
1. WBL
activities
. build an
awareness of the
variety of careers
available and begin to
identify areas of
interest
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1. Comprehends
1. College and
verbal, written, and
career
visual information
readiness skills
and instructions;
and attributes
listens effectively
1. Understands how
school relates to the
world of work
2. Grasp a deeper
understanding of the
workplace
1. Observes non-verbal
communication;
articulates and presents
ideas and information
clearly and effectively
both verbally and in
written form; and uses
technology
appropriately for
communication.
1. Connect students’
existing interests and
strengths, helping them
refine their areas of interest
and explore careers and
interests more deeply
1. Acquire the basic
foundational skills needed for
college and career readiness.
1.Demonstrates the
following critical-thinking
and problem-solving skills:
exercises sound reasoning
and analytical thinking;
makes judgments and
explains perspectives based
on evidence and previous
findings
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Manages time effectively; is
punctual; takes responsibility;
prioritizes tasks; brings tasks
and projects to completion;
demonstrates integrity and
ethical behavior; and acts
responsibly with others in
mind.
NAF Curriculum WBL ties: An Example
AOHT Principles of Hospitality and Tourism
Lesson 8
Entertainment
Culminating Project Work: Writing the Itinerary
Students work together to draft their itinerary.
This activity focuses on the following career skills:
 Working effectively with a diversity of individuals and perspectives
 Utilizing time efficiently while managing complex tasks
Tell students to spend this time sketching out the details of their itineraries. They
must also choose one person to type their itinerary on the computer. Walk among
the groups, making sure that they are making good progress and offering
suggestions and support as appropriate
Core Academics and Career Knowledge
Core Academics
 Core academic content
knowledge
 Post-secondary context
knowledge
Career Knowledge
 Core career content
knowledge
 Career context knowledge
Provide an example of a work-based learning experience
that can support the development of any of these skills
Quality Work-Based Learning experiences should all:
• Be tied to identified learning objectives
• Be developmentally appropriate
• Assess student performance, including self-assessment
methodologies
• Include orientation for all parties
• Provide opportunities for reflection
• Link to students’ next experience
• Be for all students rather than some students
• Focus on college and career readiness rather than only
on career or job readiness
• Provide links between classroom learning and
professional expectations
• Be supported by a team that includes both academic and
industry-related course teachers
Interpersonal Skills and Self Management Abilities
Interpersonal Skills
 Collaboration and
teamwork
 Ethical behavior
 Ability to work with
diverse individuals
Self Management
 Awareness of one’s own
abilities and performance
 Self-directed; takes
initiative; resourcefulness
Provide an example of a work-based learning experience
that can support the development of any of these skills
AB / BP Opportunities for Involvement
Opportunity
Role(s)
HS Academy Open Houses
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Participate/provide representatives
Provide materials and/or funding
Classroom Speakers
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Serve as/provide speaker(s)
Academy Career Fairs
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Participate/provide representatives
Provide funding
Resume & Interview Workshops
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Participate
Provide guidance on content
Job Shadowing
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Host students
Field Trips
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Host students
Provide funding
Project-based Learning
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Provide real world project ideas
Potentially visit class to pre- or post-project
Internships
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Hire interns
Fund pool to supplement intern compensation
Career Symposiums
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Participate/provide representatives
Provide materials and/or funding
Curriculum Development
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Provide guidance on curriculum
Supplemental Resources
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Provide materials and/or funding
Professional Development
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Provide training opportunities for teachers
Examples of work-based learning activities
Career Awareness
9th Grade
 On-line career related
programs such as Road Trip
Nation or Career Builder
 Classroom speakers (*AB)
 Field trips (*AB)
 College visits
 Industry themed class
projects (*AB)
 Career Fairs (*AB)
 Accompany parents to work
 Aptitude and Interest
assessment
Career Exploration
10th Grade
 College research
 College visits
 Career Fairs (*AB)
 Classroom speakers and team
teaching with industry
representatives (*AB)
 Information interviews with
adults (*AB)
 Job Shadow (*AB)
 Industry based projects(*AB)
 Community planning projects
such as Y-PLAN (Youth – Plan,
Learn, Act, Now) (*AB)
 Community resource mapping
Career Preparation
11th Grade – 12th Grade
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College research
College visits
Academy recruitment presentations
College & career fairs (*AB)
Community Job fairs (*AB)
School-based enterprises (*AB)
Virtual enterprises led by business
person (*AB)
Job shadow (*AB)
Community speaking presentations
(*AB)
Interviews with business (*AB)
Resume’ development (*AB)
Informational interviews (*AB)
Community resource mapping
(*AB)
College applications
Leadership Development
Opportunities
Work on industry certificates
Culminating Internships (*AB)
Why Gen Y Needs Support
EdWeek 2013
• Lack skills for dealing with difficult people or conflict
– Little understanding of the hidden curriculum or soft skills: Eye
contact, social etiquette & appropriate personal interactions
– Professionalism, especially if perceived as compromising “self”
– The idea of “paying one’s dues”
• Inability to cope with failure, loss, or disappointment
– Impatience and impulsivity: Want to see results and rewards
quickly
– Tend to give up in the absence of immediate results
Benefits of a
Work-Based Learning Plan
1. Gain State CTE Program Approval
2. Helps ‘make the case’ for work-based learning as an effective
instructional strategy
3. Markets your academy program to prospective students,
business partners and colleges….and colleagues (aka: buy-in)
4. Gives your students an edge in a tough economy
5. Provides sequence and structure to your WBL activities
Have we met our objectives?
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Contact Dana Pungello, Communications Manager
[email protected]
NAF Regional Support
Northeast Region
Tanya Navas, Regional Director [email protected]
Laura Fidler, Instructional Manager [email protected]
Maria Alutto, Academy Development Director [email protected]
Sarah Hickert, Academy Development Manager NYC [email protected]
Jen Geisler, Network Liaison [email protected]
Central Region
Rebecca Privett, Regional Director [email protected]
Jessica Felix, Academy Development Manager [email protected]
Fred Press, Network Liaison [email protected]
Dan Wallace, Instructional Manager [email protected]
West Region
Beth Kay, Regional Director [email protected]
Morgan Pulleyblank, Academy Development Mgr
[email protected]
Aazam Irilian, Academy Development Mgr [email protected]
Ana Morrison, Network Liaison [email protected]
Southeast Region
Jeanine Flynn, Regional Director [email protected]
Steve Brown, Academy Development Director [email protected]
Jeanne Friedman, Academy Development Director
[email protected]
Dan Wallace, Instructional Manager [email protected]
Tony Asplin, Network Liaison [email protected]