Internationalizing Work Based Learning connections

International skills and expertise will be critical to assist students in not only getting jobs, but in being able to move up the career ladder to mid- and top-tier jobs – even if they do not wish to pursue an explicitly international career pathway. Engaging work-based learning (WBL) experiences that allow students to take part in the diverse workforce and to see the interdependence of the global marketplace is the best way to develop these skills. This workshop will provide an overview of how interconnected we are with the global economy, successful learning components and strategies to internationalize work-based learning, and how to align the learning goals of CTE programs and international workforce needs. Additionally, a focus on key strategies and approaches for faculty to fully engage industry partners in programmatic improvement to ensure global workplace readiness of their program completers, can be added as well. It is recommended to include a panel of local employers to discuss local industry connections to the global economy.

Length: Half-Day or Full Day (full day if bringing in a local employer panel and including the industry partner focus and creation of an action plan)