Presented here is a novel engineering degree initiative established at Charles Sturt University (CSU), Australia. This program embodies emerging trends and prospects in engineering education, aspiring to nurture adept engineers well-prepared for practical application. Furthermore, this paper delves into the application of this program for training…

Interested in managing existing work-based learning schemes by incorporating monitoring and evaluation methods? Following a brief discussion of the concept of work-based learning, this handbook presents the rationale for monitoring and evaluation as part of good governance. The functioning of work-based learning schemes is represented by a process…

This paper investigates the impact of entrepreneurship on cooperative job creation in a large North American post-secondary institution. The data-driven analysis is enabled by two unique datasets: a list of companies started by the institution's engineering students and faculty, and a database of the institution's cooperative education (co-op)…

This handbook contains rules, regulations, and expectations required of General Cooperative Education (GCE) students in Huntsville High School (Arkansas). The guide contains the following sections: (1) what is the GCE program; (2) basic beliefs concerning GCE; (3) rules and regulations concerning employment; (4) rules and regulations concerning…

Described in an experimental ethics course, taught at the University of Kentucky, in which the student combines the experience of a public agency internship with reflection afforded by readings and discussion of ethical issues in a seminar format. An evaluation of the program's effectiveness is reported. (JMD)

Twenty high school and college students aged 16 to 20 were trained as summer camp counselors in a project to provide experiences leading to choosing a career with the mentally retarded. In the 11-week period, 1 week was devoted to lectures and seminars, 8 weeks to working with the retarded, and 2 weeks to working with multiply handicapped adults.…

Summarized are the development, operation and outcomes of a successful summer agricultural work experience course for high school students. (MS)

Argues in favor of community-based vocational training for severely handicapped autistic adolescents and gives points to consider in establishing such a program in the school curricula. Offers suggestions for identifying and using community resources. Explains the use of task analysis in student training and discusses student and program…

Effective participatory education programs are planned efforts designed to effect cognitive, social, and affective change. Although research does not yet permit unequivocal generalizations about effects, existing research is promising, especially when compared with research on effects of work experience per se. Positive effects include student,…

The third year (1978-79) evaluation of a Rhode Island Experience-Based Career Education (EBCE) project assessed overall operations and attainment of stated goals and objectives. The project served sophomores, juniors, and seniors in local high schools and one vocational technical facility in seven communities. Accomplishments were evidenced…

This book on work experience programs in the United Kingdom begins with "History and Policy Context" (Ian Jamieson, Andrew Miller), which reviews the development of work experience in the United Kingdom, considers the current policy framework, and poses possible future scenarios. "The Concept of Work Experience" (A. G. Watts)…

To determine the knowledge level and attitudes of Project Vigor staff and to develop a base for further planning and implementation, nine separate questionnaires were used to collect data from administrators, teachers, and counselors at specific grade levels. It was found that significant progress had been made toward meeting the overall project…

Increasing student disenchantment with traditional schooling prompted the development of an alternative educational program: Experience-Based Career Education (EBCE). During three years of development, evaluation provided student, parent, and employer data on program impact and effectiveness. Stakeholders' involvement in program development and…

The Career Awareness and Readiness for Employment for Future Homemakers of America/HERO (CARE/FHA/HERO) program was established to provide 25 students at Adlai E. Stevenson High School (Bronx, New York) with paid work study experience in non-traditional home economics jobs. The goals of the program were to increase student involvement in…

The Title VIII Student Support Program (SSP) of the Minneapolis Public Schools was initiated in the 1971-72 school year. This report describes activities of the project for the final (fourth) year and includes descriptions and some comparisons with the previous years. The purpose of the program is to design and implement various ways of reducing…