Workrelated Teaching And Learning,New

In the current economic climate, it is more important than ever that young people engage with the world of work and gain the knowledge, skills and experience they will need to prepare them for their future careers. This book provides an overarching framework for understanding all the separate parts of the workrelated learning curriculum and constructs a researchbased pedagogy with practical steps for students, teachers and practitioners.WorkRelated Teaching and Learning deepens our understanding of workrelated learning and provides an overview of the programmes and recent initiatives designed to make learning more relevant and better connected to work. Drawing on contemporary research and innovative practice, it offers guidance to support teachers and practitioners in the delivery of the workrelated learning curriculum.Covering all aspects of wordrelated learning from enterprise education and economic wellbeing to careers education, work experience and the diplomas, features include:An overarching conceptualisation of workrelated learningAn exploration of the benefits of workrelated learningAn examination of the key issues and challenges facedA detailed look at how teaching and learning activities have been used in various contexts and with what effectsAn assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of different curriculum modelsCase studies and examples of good practiceDiscussion questions for reflective practiceThis book is essential reading for current teachers and practitioners involved in workrelated learning, as well as students and trainee teachers who wish to improve or develop their practice in the light of recent initiatives.