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Citation reference: Harvey, L., 2004–12, Analytic Quality Glossary, Quality Research International, http://www.qualityresearchinternational.com/glossary/
This is a dynamic glossary and the author would welcome any e-mail suggestions for amendments or additions.
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Work-related learning refers to any formal
higher education learning that includes a period of learning that takes place
in a work setting or involves activities linked to a work setting.
explanatory context
Work-related learning is one form of work
experience.
Work-related learning is often confused with work-based
learning.
Work-related learning may involve only limited contact with a work setting in
the course of the programme, such as a two-week practical placement in a media
studies degree, or an employer-linked practical project on an engineering
degree. On the other hand it might involve a significant period of time in a
work setting; for example nurse training in the
Sometimes work-related learning is called
experiential learning.
analytical review
The Work Related
Learning Report states:
With guidance, students of all ages can
learn from their experiences in the world of work. If after reflection they can articulate these
lessons, as part of the lifelong learning process, they should be able to apply
them to the new opportunities they encounter in future work and in life. We
have called this process ‘work-related learning’. This encompasses learning during term-time, in voluntary and paid
employment, as well as sandwich courses and other academically recognised
learning. (DfES/CIHE, 2002, p.6)
For Queens University Belfast (2005)
Work-related learning is defined as, 'learning outcomes achieved through activities which are based on, or derive from, the context of work or the workplace'. It is more inclusive than other terms such as work-relevant learning, work experience and work-based learning.
related terms
See
sources
Department
for Education and Skills and Council for Industry and Higher education
(DfES/CIHE), 2002, The Work Related Learning
Report,
March, http://www.dfes.gov.uk/wrlr/