Career Readiness Engagement Policy Forum Pillar III - Emphasizing Applied and Work-Based Learning
Wednesday November 10th, 2021
3:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Applied and work-based learning should be an integral part of education in high school and beyond. Business, government, and educators must collaborate to scale up a continuum of options, such as job shadows, internships, apprenticeships, etc. States, school systems, and post-secondary institutions should set bold goals for increasing these opportunities. Educational programs should also encourage students to earn high-quality, industry-recognized certifications where available.
BACKGROUND Document: Career Readiness for All
AGENDA:
3:00 p.m. - The Five Pillars for Creating High Quality Career Development Systems
Leo Reddy, Chair, Coalition for Career Development Center
Pillar 3: Emphasizing Applied & Work-Based Learning: A Solutions Framework
3:10 p.m. - Defining and Delivering Effective Work-Based Learning
Moderator:
Dr. Scott Solberg, Professor, Counseling Psychology and Applied Human Development, Wheelock College of Education and Human Development Boston University
Work-Based Learning Program Panelists:
Jim Means, Education Program Specialist, College and Career Transitions Branch, Division of Academic and Technical Education, Office of Career and Technical Education, US Department of Education
Jennifer Gwatkin, Innovation Pathways Lead, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Kristy Volesky, Iowa Department of Education, Iowa Intermediary Network
Nikki Kiss, Executive Director, INSPIRE Sheboygan County
3:45 p.m. - Engaging Employer Partners in Work-Based Learning Experience
Moderator:
Gary Konarska II, Executive Director & CEO, American Welding Society
Employer Panelists:
Mary Batch, Human Resource Development Manager, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas
Lynda Gayden, Biotech Partners, California STEM Internship Program
John Gowey, Vice President of Sales, North America, Critical Industries, Snap-On
4:25 p.m. - Next Steps – How Do We Make This Happen?
Jan Bray, CEO Coalition for Career Development Center