1. Work-Based Learning Chris Droessler, CTE Support Services Consultant, NCDPI www.ctpnc.org/presentations

3. CTE in NC CTE Coursework Career Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) Work-based Learning (WBL)

4. Work-based Learning Goal - get students into the workplace so they can learn about the world of work. Why - kids need to watch employers work throughout the entire workday in order to learn the many facets of a job. Vision - students connecting what they are learning in the classroom with what they experience on the job.

5. Benefit for Students Application of classroom learning Connect education and work Assess interests, aptitudes, abilities Explore possible careers Develop positive work habits Gain professional contacts Motivation to stay in school

6. Benefit for Employers Tryout potential employees Shape potential employees Reduce recruitment costs Provide community service

7. Benefit for Teachers Improve student motivation to learn in class Improve teacher’s understanding of the real world Networking with subject matter experts Find new resources

8. Benefit for Community Collaboration among school, employers, and community Build local economy Foster public confidence in public schools

9. Job Shadowing 1 day or less Student watches worker(s) Develops awareness of: –Work –Variety of jobs –Work environment Students@Work Online shadowing

10. Long-term WBL Cooperative Education Internship Apprenticeship Pre-apprenticeship

11. Cooperative Ed. vs Internship Cooperative Education Must be tied to a course Paid Training Agreement Training Plan Journal 135 hours Add Apprenticeship Internship Does not have to be tied to a course Paid or unpaid Training Agreement Training Plan Journal 135 hours Add Apprenticeship

12. Cooperative Education Technical classroom instruction combined with paid employment. Work is directly related to classroom instruction. Planned by school & employer Work and class contributes to student’s career objective. Connect to almost any CTE course.

13. Internship Students: –observe and participate in daily operations –develop direct contact with job personnel –ask questions about particular careers –perform certain job tasks Internships may be paid or unpaid. Work experience is directly related to the student’s career pathway.

14. Service Learning Since internship does not have to be paid, it is possible to do internship hours through Service Learning. Doing work that is considered a service to the community and would often be done by a volunteer. Students can see a purpose to their work.

15. Apprenticeship NC Department of Commerce program. Combines practical work experiences with related academic and technical instruction. “Preapprenticeship” for HS students Can be added to Internship or Cooperative Education

16. Mentorship Pair student with Mentor One-to-One relationship Should include hands-on activities No required hours No course credit

17. Credit for WBL Internships and Cooperative Education can receive academic credit. –135 hours - block schedule –150 hours - traditional calendar Work should occur away from school.

18. www.ncpublicschools.org/cte/curriculum/work-based

19. Activity First step to starting or improving your WBL program. First step to marketing your WBL program to the students.

20. Questions Chris Droessler, CTE Support Services Consultant, NCDPI www.ctpnc.org/presentations

21. Business Partnerships Chris Droessler, CTE Support Services Consultant, NCDPI www.ctpnc.org/presentations

22. Business/Education Partnerships Educators collaborating with business to improve student learning.

23. Business/Education Partnerships Different Levels Individual teacher CTE program (multiple teacher) School LEA

24. Business/Education Partnerships Professional development Technology support/training Resource speakers Student leadership training Career Fair participants Tutor/mentor programs Student tours Teacher tours Academic achievement recognition Shared use of equipment and facilities Business Exposition Classroom partnerships Student internship opportunities Job shadowing opportunities Apprenticeships Summer teacher internships Web site development Electronic mentors

25. Business/Education Partnerships First step Find a single business person Convene a larger group Talk – plus/delta Focus on building community

26. Business/Education Partnerships First step Find a single business person Convene a larger group Talk – plus/delta Focus on building community

27. What makes a successful School/Business Alliance? Leadership and commitment of the principal Dedicated coordinator at the school Support of the School/Business Alliance chair Action and goal oriented School/Business Alliance members Commitment to a “Win/Win” relationship Regular attendance at alliance meetings Commitment to the school/business alliance strategic plan Structure that will ensure focus and sustainability where every member is involved and contributes to the alliance activities

28. Business/Education Partnerships Important Principles Lead by business Do NOT ask for money Build Relationships

29. Questions Chris Droessler, CTE Support Services Consultant, NCDPI www.ctpnc.org/presentations

30. Help students discover their passion, then help them get on a pathway where they can turn that passion into a career.