Making Work-based Learning Work

This paper from Jobs for the Future presents seven principles for effective work-based learning models that increase access to opportunities for underserved populations.

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Making Work-based Learning Work

The benefits of work-based learning are clear, but many programs and policies target the most highly educated and socially connected segments of the U.S. population. There is a need for policymakers, educators and workforce development leaders to expand access to work-based learning opportunities so that underserved populations — such as low-income students and out of school youth — can develop workplace skills and knowledge.

This paper from Jobs for the Future tackles the challenge of access to work-based learning programs by presenting seven principles for effective work-based learning models:

  • Support entry and advancement in a career track;
  • Provide meaningful job tasks that build career skills and knowledge;
  • Offer compensation;
  • Identify target skills and how gains will be validated;
  • Reward skill development;
  • Support college entry, persistence, and completion; and
  • Provide comprehensive student supports.

Jobs for the Future is releasing case studies connected to each of these seven principles. Case studies can be accessed here

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