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Work-Based Learning Concentration

Master of Arts

Our Work-Based Learning concentration helps educators with a valid K-12 teaching license plan experiences that give their students the chance to learn in work settings outside of the classroom.

Online

Fully Online

You'll complete 100% of your coursework online.

Location: Online

Start Dates: Summer 2024

Total Credits

33

Finish in as Few as

18 months (plus thesis)

Courses

  • Foundations and Implementation of Work-Based Learning (EDUC705)

    Study of the history and progress of work-based learning. Examination of the federal and state legislation that applies to the field. Gives work coordinators knowledge and tools to turn students' work experiences into meaningful learning experiences. Role of human resources in an organization. Career and technical student organizations and work-based learning in special education. Monitoring programs. Collaborating with the community, employers, school officials, and parents. Reporting to state and other agencies.

    3 credits

  • Curriculum Design and Instructional Methods for Work-Based Learning (EDUC707)

    Students design instruction for work-based programs that connect students' school experiences to the world of work. Current employment trends. Employment laws. Evaluation of resources for career development. Tools teacher coordinators will use to implement work-based learning.

    3 credits

  • Foundations and Implementation of Work-Based Learning (TEAC705)

    Study of the history and progress of work-based learning. Examination of the federal and state legislation that applies to the field. Gives work coordinators knowledge and tools to turn students' work experiences into meaningful learning experiences. Role of human resources in an organization. Career and technical student organizations and work-based learning in special education. Monitoring programs. Collaborating with the community, employers, school officials, and parents. Reporting to state and other agencies.

    4 credits

  • Curriculum Design and Instructional Methods for Work-Based Learning (TEAC707)

    Students design instruction for work-based programs that connect students' school experiences to the world of work. Current employment trends. Employment laws. Evaluation of resources for career development. Tools teacher coordinators will use to implement work-based learning.

    4 credits

  • Practicum in Work-based Learning for Minnesota License (TEAC710)

    An 80-hour practicum focused on working with students in the classroom to coordinate a Work-Based Learning Program.

    1 credits