Work-related learning: benefits and challenges

CORNOCK, Claire, MARSHALL, Ellen and HARGREAVES, Jessica (2019). Work-related learning: benefits and challenges. New Directions in the Teaching of Physical Sciences, 14 (1).

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Abstract

<jats:p>Universities are often criticised for not adequately preparing students for the workplace. In particular, the testing of taught content through examinations does not reflect the open nature of most roles, which require the application of knowledge. The BSc Mathematics course at Sheffield Hallam University embeds employability development and applications throughout the course. In 2018/19 two work-related group assessments were introduced, in which first year students work collaboratively with companies and other students on real-world problems. This paper discusses the implementation and evaluation of the two projects, including the challenges and benefits, as observed by staff, students and clients.</jats:p>

Item Type: Article
Identification Number: https://doi.org/10.29311/ndtps.v0i14.3270
SWORD Depositor: Symplectic Elements
Depositing User: Symplectic Elements
Date Deposited: 08 Nov 2019 11:38
Last Modified: 18 Mar 2021 03:20
URI: https://shura.shu.ac.uk/id/eprint/25411

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