Work-integrated learning in initial teacher education has gained significant attention in universities, often equated with mandatory classroom professional experience. This systematic literature review examines the conceptualisation of work-integrated learning and its implementation in initial teacher education programs over the past decade,…

Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE) are one of three major components of School-Based Agricultural Education (SBAE), but teachers have recognized many barriers to fully implementing them in their programs. SAE for All was adopted in 2015 and implementation resources were made available in 2017 to address these barriers. This study…

A primary purpose of School-Based Agricultural Education (SBAE) programs is to prepare students for successful careers in agriculture, food, and natural resource-related industries. Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) is a component of SBAE and is regarded as a valuable experience for students. However, SAE is often viewed as a weakness…

In 2019, the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE), in partnership with the University of Rhode Island (URI), launched the Work-Based Learning for Computer Science (WBL4CS) project through an Education Innovation Research (EIR) grant. The initiative aimed to expand access to computer science (CS) education for high school students,…

Our nation's economy and global competitiveness depend on an educated, skilled workforce that can quickly adapt to changes in technology and business processes. Adult educators understand that adult learners need opportunities to obtain workplace and career management skills through work-based learning experiences that prepare them for the complex…