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Stanley, Monica |
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Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein |
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dc.date.accessioned |
2015-09-17T13:36:20Z |
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dc.date.available |
2015-09-17T13:36:20Z |
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dc.date.issued |
2005 |
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dc.date.issued |
2005 |
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dc.identifier.issn |
16844998 |
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http://hdl.handle.net/11462/482 |
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Published Article |
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dc.description.abstract |
Co-operative Education is an integrated learning model that consists of an academic and Experiential Learning component. The concept of Co-operative Education is based on the application of theory and knowledge obtained in the classroom, and the development of practical skills using current technology and techniques in a real workplace context. Co-operative Education is formally recognised as an educational strategy and academic program that is part of the integrated curriculum. The primary aim of Co-operative Education is to prepare a graduate for a particular vocation or profession and is based on a co-operative partnership between a learning institution, an employer and a student, with specified responsibilities for each stakeholder or partner.
Experiential Learning is a component of Co-operative Education and consists of interactions such as a formal training module, vocational learning and career experiences. Experiential Learning plays a crucial role in the development of attitudes such as responsible citizenship and professional ethics. The interdependence of the academic and Experiential Learning component of certain curriculum provide a learning experience adequate to meet the demands specified in learning outcomes of teaching programmes and qualifications. The purpose of this paper is to introduce the fundamental concept of Co-operative Education and to briefly explain and evaluate the current practices at the Central University of Technology, Free State. |
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32 562 bytes, 1 file |
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dc.publisher |
Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 3, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein |
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dc.relation.ispartofseries |
Journal for New Generation Sciences;Vol 3, Issue 2 |
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dc.title |
Co-operative education : an effective educational strategy |
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dc.type |
Article |
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dc.rights.holder |
Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein |
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