WORK-BASED LEARNING IN HIGH SCHOOL
Fine-Tuning Your Practice
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The Future of Work
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ACTIVITY TIME
1. At your table, reflect on what skills are needed to succeed in the future workforce?
2. Review the skills listed in the handout, and choose top 3 skills.
3. Share top skill choice with whole group and explain why #1 skill.
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21st CENTURY WORKPLACE READINESS SKILLS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH
Needs Identified by Virginia Employers
(Virginia Department of Education, (c) 2019 Commonwealth of Virginia)
PERSONAL QUALITIES AND ABILITIES
1. CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION: Employs originality, inventiveness, and resourcefulness in the workplace
2. CRITICAL THINKING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING: Uses sound reasoning to analyze problems, evaluate potential solutions, and implement effective courses of action
3. INITIATIVE AND SELF-DIRECTION: Independently looks for ways to improve the workplace and accomplish tasks
4. INTEGRITY: Complies with laws, procedures, and workplace policies; demonstrates honesty, fairness, and respect
5. WORK ETHIC: Consistently works to the best of one's ability and is diligent, dependable, and accountable for one's actions
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
6. CONFLICT RESOLUTION: Negotiates diplomatic solutions to interpersonal and workplace issues
7. LISTENING AND SPEAKING: Listens attentively and asks questions to clarify meaning; articulates ideas clearly in a manner appropriate for the setting and audience
8. RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY: Values individual differences and works collaboratively with people of diverse backgrounds, viewpoints, and experiences
9. CUSTOMER SERVICE ORIENTATION: Anticipates and addresses the needs of customers and coworkers, providing thoughtful, courteous, and knowledgeable service
10. TEAMWORK: Shares responsibility for collaborative work and respects the thoughts, opinions, and contributions of other team members
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
11. BIG PICTURE THINKING: Understands one's role in fulfilling the mission of the workplace and considers the social, economic, and environmental impacts of one's actions
12. CAREER AND LIFE MANAGEMENT: Plans, implements, and manages personal and professional development goals related to education, career, finances, and health
13. CONTINUOUS LEARNING AND ADAPTABILITY: Accepts constructive feedback well and is open to new ideas and ways of doing things; continuously develops professional skills and knowledge to adjust to changing job requirements
14. EFFICIENCY AND PRODUCTIVITY: Plans, prioritizes, and adapts work goals to manage time and resources effectively
15. INFORMATION LITERACY: Locates information efficiently, evaluates the credibility and relevance of sources and facts, and uses information effectively to accomplish work-related tasks
16. INFORMATION SECURITY: Understands basic Internet and email safety and follows workplace protocols to maintain the security of information, computers, networks, and facilities
17. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: Maintains a working knowledge of devices, resources, hardware, software, systems, services, applications, and IT conventions
18. JOB-SPECIFIC TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES: Knows how to select and safely use industry-specific technologies, tools, and machines to complete job tasks effectively
19. MATHEMATICS: Applies mathematical skills to complete tasks as necessary
20. PROFESSIONALISM: Meets organizational expectations regarding work schedule, behavior, appearance, and communication
21. READING AND WRITING: Reads and interprets workplace documents and writes effectively
22. WORKPLACE SAFETY: Maintains a safe work environment by adhering to safety guidelines and identifying risks to self and others
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WORKPLACE READINESS SKILLS
Soft Skills Drive Job Success
Research conducted by Harvard University, the Carnegie Foundation and Stanford Research Center has concluded that ??% of job success comes from having well-developed soft and people skills, and only ??% of job success comes from technical skills and knowledge (hard skills).
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WE KNOW THE NEEDS...
Research conducted by Harvard University, the Carnegie Foundation and Stanford Research Center has concluded that 85% of job success comes from having well-developed soft and people skills, and only 15% of job success comes from technical skills and knowledge (hard skills).
[Pie chart: 85% soft skills / 15% hard skills]
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Pause. Reflect. Act.
How can you help students build workplace readiness skills?
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HOW TO PRACTICE WORKPLACE READINESS SKILLS
- Watch Others
- School/Classes
- Chores at Home
- Work-Based Experiences
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ASSESSING FOR SUCCESS: WORKPLACE READINESS SKILLS RUBRIC
(Center on Transition Innovations, VCU)
Performance Levels:
5 - Teach Peers
4 - Perform Independently
3 - Limited Supervision
2 - Supervised
1 - Cannot Perform
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WORK-BASED LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Real-world experiences that connect classroom learning with career pathways.
- Develops technical, academic, and employability skills
- Provides hands-on, real-world experience
- Reinforces skills aligned with workplace expectations
- Improves chances of employment and community integration
- Encourages high expectations
- Grounded in each student's Strengths, Preferences, Interests, and Needs (SPIN)
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WORK-BASED LEARNING KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Academic Knowledge: Knowledge and skills associated with subject-matter areas such as English, mathematics, and science
Technical Skills: Skills needed for specific occupations or careers
Employability Skills: General knowledge and skills that are necessary for success in the labor market at all employment levels in all sectors
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HIGH-QUALITY WBL EXPERIENCES
Grades 6-12:
- Job Shadowing
- Service Learning
- Externship
- Mentorship
- Supervised Agricultural Experience (added July 1, 2021)
Grades 9-12:
- Internship
- Entrepreneurship
- Cooperative Education
- Clinical Experience
- Youth Registered Apprenticeship
- Registered Apprenticeship
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONTINUUM
Awareness -> Exploration -> Preparation -> Employment
Elementary/Middle School: Self-exploration; Career exploration; Field trips; Job shadowing; Volunteering
9th Grade: Career exploration; Job shadowing; Career planning; Workplace tours; Informational interview
10th Grade: Job shadowing; Service learning; Paid employment; Job clubs
11th Grade: Job shadowing; Service learning; Paid employment; Job clubs; School-based enterprise
12th Grade: Service learning; Internships; Apprenticeships; Paid employment; Mentoring
Ages 18-21: Job sampling; Paid employment; Mentoring; Internships
Postsecondary: Internships; Apprenticeships; Paid employment; On-the-job training
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TIME TO ENGAGE
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BARRIER BUSTERS: SOLVING WBL CHALLENGES
1) Think about WBL experiences from your role.
2) Identify 2 challenges you've encountered.
3) Write challenges on a sticky note.
4) Each table will select two common challenges.
5) Brainstorm practical solutions.
6) Report out to the group.
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YOU CAN'T DO IT ALONE!
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PARTNERS IN WORK-BASED LEARNING
Students
- Central to the process
- Bring interests, goals, and motivation
- Active participants in learning and reflection
DARS
- Provide Pre-ETS to build workplace skills
- Help align WBL with transition plans
- Bridge school-to-work transitions
- Provide job coaching
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PARTNERS IN WORK-BASED LEARNING
Families
- Support exploration and logistics
- Reinforce expectations
- Advocate for access and inclusion
CTE Colleagues
- Help identify appropriate WBL opportunities
- Prepare students with essential workplace skills and expectations
- Support documentation, reflection, and progress monitoring
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QUESTIONS?
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RESOURCES
Explore Work: https://explore-work.com/
Pathful
Skills to Pay the Bills: https://pueblo.gpo.gov/CAARNG/ODEP/PDF/ODEP013.pdf
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THANK YOU
Project PEACE is funded by the Projects of National Significance: Community Collaborations for Employment Program
HHS-2021-ACL-AOD-DNCE-0098
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