The term work-based learning is widely used throughout the literature, academia and industry to
describe a multiplicity of approaches by which one can learn through work. The complex nature of
work-based learning can often lead to confusion when designing courses which aim to implement
such an approach.
This practice guide will focus on:
1. The rationale for conducting work-based learning.
2. The varieties of approaches to work-based learning that are currently implemented.
3. Student opinions of work-based learning.
4. How to resolve any implementation and communication issues.
There are many approaches to developing work-based learning modules, courses and projects that
utilise learning at, learning for, and learning through work