I learned WBL should be intentionally tied to each student's career goals through tools like ICAPs vs. just offered as a generic experience. The matching process – using interest inventories, prerequisites, and interviews – helps ensure relevance.
I plan to review how we're placing students in WBL experiences and make sure we're using ICAPs more intentionally. I also want to incorporate more student choice and rotation through different roles so they can explore before committing.
The simulated workplace model was interesting. I'm thinking about how to adapt that structure for our program.
