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  • Scenario and Simulations Based on Business, Industry, and Program Standards

Scenario and Simulations Based on Business, Industry, and Program Standards

 

Work Based Learning can occur in the classroom with scenario-based simulations:

  • Students work both independently and in teams to apply problem solving and decision-making skills while developing new products, providing patient care, completing customer orders, etc. 
  • Work Based Learning with Scenarios/Simulations provide direct experience with industry standards and using learned technical skills while in the classroom.
  • This delivery method also validates the skills and purchase of industry equipment on campus.

 

Examples:

  • A construction program may build sheds and sell them to the public.
  • Media production may be asked to produce sports videos for the various school teams and sell a compilation CD at the end of the season.
  • Programs such as Medical Laboratory, Cosmetology, and Massage may schedule “fee-based/open to the public” working days as part of their program.

 

Elements to be considered:

  • Adequate class time to complete projects/simulation.
  • Sufficient space to encourage flexible work activities.
  • Access to technology including industry standard equipment.
  • Instructional materials, supplies, and tools.
  • Teacher professional development activities (to update industry skills and classroom management).
  • Possible interdisciplinary projects and team teaching.

 

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