The Work-Based Learning Student Handbook

by David Perrin (Contribution by), Debbie Simpson (Contribution by), Denise Meakin (Contribution by), Lisa Rowe (Contribution by), Nadira Mirza (Contribution by)

Overview

The third edition of the original full-length handbook which caters to the specific needs of work-based learners. Compiled by work-based learning experts, this hands-on guide helps new learners to successfully navigate academia and get the most out of their university experience. Chapters show students how to make the most of learning opportunities at university and at work, and how to move from individual to organisational learning. Real-life case studies, useful tips and reflective activities are embedded throughout to enrich students' learning experience.

This is the essential companion for all students on work-based learning degrees and degree apprenticeships across a range of disciplines, including business and management, health and social care, law, sport and exercise science and tourism. It will also be an invaluable resource for work-based learning tutors, workplace supervisors and organisations with an interest in work-based learning.

New to this Edition:
- Contains two new research methods chapters on planning practitioner projects and undertaking projects at work
- Features new material on workplace ethics

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781352011548
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	12/31/2020
Series:	Bloomsbury Study Skills , #52
Edition description:	3rd ed. 2021
Pages:	271
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Stuart Cunningham is Distinguished Professor of Media and Communication at Queensland University of Technology, Australia.

JOHN HENRY is Professor of the History of Science at the University of Edinburgh, UK.

Ruth Helyer is Head of Workforce Development (Research & Policy) at Teesside University, UK and a National Teaching Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

Tony Wall is Founder and Head of the International Centre for Thriving at the University of Chester, UK.

Ann Minton is the University of Derby's Academic Lead for Apprenticeships, UK.

Amy Lund is a Senior Teaching Fellow, the Head of Work-based Learning and Journalism Programme Leader at Leeds Trinity University, UK.

Table of Contents

Introduction
1. Adapting to Higher Education: Academic Skills (Ruth Helyer, Ann Minton, Tony Wall)
2. Where and How You Will Learn (David Perrin and Debbie Simpson)
3. Planning and Negotiating Your Learning (David Perrin, Denise Meakin and Lisa Rowe)
4. Making the Most of Your Learning Opportunities at University (Nadira Mirza, Kirsty Beckett and Sarah Scowcroft)
5. Making the Most of Your Learning Opportunities at Work (Pam Hadfield and Ann Minton)
6. How Your Work-Based Learning Will Be Assessed (Sue Graham and Ann Minton)
7. Developing Yourself and Your Organisation (Kevin Ions, Norma Sutcliffe and Tony Wall)
8. Moving from Individual Learning to Organisational Impact (Jonathan Garrett, Param Abraham and Selva Abraham)
9. Planning Practitioner Projects (Stavroula Bibila and Paula Nottingham)
10. Implementing Practitioner Research Projects (Paula Nottingham and Stavroula Bibila)
11. Technologies to Support Work-Based Learners (Kelvin Leong, Anna Sung, Stuart Cunningham and John Henry)
12. The Student Becomes the Master (Amy Lund)
Index.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

This new edition offers some excellent updates on an already seminal text for students engaging in work-based learning. I particularly welcome the focus on personal and professional development, and opportunities for quality self-reflection. – Suzanne Albary, University of Suffolk, UK

This is key reading for students and practitioners in the field of work-based learning. Two valuable aspects of this book are the regular exercises and case studies which are informative and interesting. – Pat Lang, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK

This book provides vital insights into the latest areas of thinking around work-based learning. Building on the strong platform that the authors established in its former edition, this new edition contains valuable updates, including coverage of the role of apprenticeships as a form of work-applied learning, and provides a renewed frame of reference in light of the changing context that students are facing today. – Scott Andrews, University of Worcester, UK

Editorial Reviews

This new edition offers some excellent updates on an already seminal text for students engaging in work-based learning. I particularly welcome the focus on personal and professional development, and opportunities for quality self-reflection.” —Suzanne Albary, University of Suffolk, UK

“This is key reading for students and practitioners in the field of work-based learning. Two valuable aspects of this book are the regular exercises and case studies which are informative and interesting.” —Pat Lang, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK

“This book provides vital insights into the latest areas of thinking around work-based learning. Building on the strong platform that the authors established in its former edition, this new edition contains valuable updates, including coverage of the role of apprenticeships as a form of work-applied learning, and provides a renewed frame of reference in light of the changing context that students are facing today.” —Scott Andrews, University of Worcester, UK

From the Publisher