List of Work-Based Learning Resources
Work-based learning (WBL) connects workplaces to the classroom, preparing students for real-world careers and introducing industry to an emerging workforce.
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Work-based learning (WBL) connects workplaces to the classroom, preparing students for real-world careers and introducing industry to an emerging workforce.
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Registered apprenticeships provide paid, on the job training, with a clear career growth plan
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A model for employers to identify skill sets and competencies that are essential to recruit, educate, and train a globally competitive workforce.
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How to prepare for a career exploration site visit to get the most out of the experience
How to ensure that students get the most out of their career exploration site visit
Quick tips for a successful site visit
How to coordinate a successful career exploration site visit
How to plan for a successful career exploration site visit
A checklist to make career day planning easier
How to prepare for a career day to get the most out of the experience
Preparing ahead to have a meaningful career day
Post career day thoughts, action items, and career plan adjustments
Making employer career days easier to manage
Reference document to make career day planning easier for teachers
A menu of career experiences connecting schools to work
A Career Plan Checklist of best practices for a meaningful high school career plan.
A reference document for administrators considering a cooperative education program
A dynamic and comprehensive career exploration program
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Successfully coordinating guest speakers in the classroom
How to get the most out of a guest speaker sharing their career experience in the classroom
How to prepare to be an effective guest speaker in a classroom
A guide for educators to help develop student employability skills
A county-wide career assessment designed to help current and future employees assess their career readiness skills.
Inspire Lancaster – an initiative of the Lancaster County STEM Alliance & the Lancaster Chamber connecting students to careers through a variety of real-world career experiences
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The value and process of providing internships to students
How coordinators can organize a successful job shadowing experience
Preparing for a meaningful job shadow experience
Quick reference guide for employers hosting a job shadowing experience
Teacher preparation for coordinating a successful job shadowing experience
A list of post-secondary schools, representing the diversity of education opportunities in the county
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Feedback form for participating educators and company representatives to rate quality of work-based learning activity
Student evaluation of work-based learning experience
A document for school administrators to reference in consideration of hiring a work-based learning coordinator