Understanding Work-Based Learning and Equity

What is the surest ticket to the middle class according to the text?

• Inheriting wealth

• A high-paying job

• Education beyond high school

• Winning the lottery

What do young people lack when they leave the K-12 educational system?

• Interest in education

• Personal belongings

• A clear path to good jobs

• Money

What is a major problem with the postsecondary landscape?

• It is too easy to navigate

• There are too many options available

• It is complicated and hard to navigate

• It is too expensive for all

What do work-based learning experiences provide?

• A chance to travel

• Opportunities to learn skills needed in the workplace

• A break from education

• Access to unlimited financial resources

What is critical for healthy development in young people?

• Eating junk food

• Avoiding responsibilities

• Playing video games

• Positive relationships with adults

What does social capital provide?

• A financial loan

• Access to exclusive clubs

• Information and contacts regarding employment

• A social media following

What are the basic ingredients for a successful work-based learning experience?

• A high salary

• Minimal supervision

• Clear job tasks and expectations

• Remote work options

What role do states play in supporting work-based learning?

• Discouraging participation

• Ignoring it completely

• Providing entertainment

• Supporting with adequate funding and professional development

What has the COVID-19 pandemic done to the educational and employment landscapes?

• Amplified existing inequalities

• Made them more equitable

• Simplified the transition to work

• Eliminated all challenges

What is emphasized in the expansive vision of work-based learning?

• Supportive relationships and authentic work experiences

• High academic grades only

• Isolation from the workforce

• Competition among peers