SXSW EDU 2019
Situated Learning - The Power of Internships
Description:
Young people forge invaluable connections with mentors when they engage in learning focused on an area of shared interest situated in an authentic learning environment. We will discuss how to develop a vibrant, learner-centered internship program, including solutions to logistical challenges and management of complexity. We will share how to coordinate a scalable systematic approach to implementing student internship experiences and leads to college and career readiness and civic engagement.
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Takeaways
- Introduction to first steps to take, and how to build a deliberate and strategic plan for implementation of internship program.
- Introduction to tools enabling management of internship based learning, awareness of the logistical challenges, and strategies to overcome them.
- Session participants will gain understanding of how to modify school design to enable student interest- driven internship learning experiences.
Speakers
- Andrew Frishman, Co-Executive Director, Big Picture Learning
Organizer
Andrew Frishman, Co-Executive Director, Big Picture Learning
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