Using technology platforms for work-integrated learning

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2021-09-30
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Bayerlein, Leopold
Dean, Bonnie A.
Perkiss, Stephanie
Jeske, Debora
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Routledge - Taylor & Francis Group
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This chapter establishes technology-based WIL as a potential solution to meet the growing demand for sustainable and accessible WIL in education. E-internships, digital service learning and simulated work placements are introduced as examples of technology-based activities that enable WIL, and their respective benefits and limitations are discussed. The chapter finds that student learning outcomes created in technology-based WIL can be similar to those of traditional placement WIL. However, the attainment of some learning outcomes is highly context specific, and additional student, educator and placement provider support activities may be required to maximise the benefits of technology-based WIL for all stakeholders. Based on these findings, the chapter provides guidance for stakeholders interested in developing or adopting technology-based WIL activities and outlines future areas of research.
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Technology-based work-integrated learning , E-internships , Digital service learning , Simulated work placements
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Bayerlein, L., Dean, B. A., Perkiss, S. and Jeske, D. (2021) 'Using technology platforms for work-integrated learning', in Ferns, S. J., Rowe, A. D. and Zegwaard, K. E. (eds) Advances in Research, Theory and Practice in Work-Integrated Learning - Enhancing Employability for a Sustainable Future. Abingdon-on-Thames: Routledge, pp. 239-248.
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https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003021049
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https://hdl.handle.net/10468/12085
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© 2021, the Authors. All rights reserved. This is an Accepted Manuscript of a book chapter published by Routledge on 30 September 2021 in Ferns, S. J., Rowe, A. D. and Zegwaard, K. E. (eds) Advances in Research, Theory and Practice in Work-Integrated Learning - Enhancing Employability for a Sustainable Future, available online: https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003021049