Provide Authentic Simulated Work Experiences with Pathful’s Industry-Led Projects

July 8, 2024

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There are more requirements and interest around bringing authentic real-world examples into the classroom, and these experiences can be incredibly impactful for students. But with limited transportation resources and WBL placement options, lack of truly industry-based project-based learning resources, and a preparedness gap for many students entering these experiences, how can school districts scale WBL?

This question is what inspired us to join forces with industry professionals to create Pathful’s industry-led projects: problem-based learning experiences that give students an opportunity to truly experience the world of work. Everything from the project itself to the way students are assessed is created in partnership with industry, including the option for live industry mentorship and feedback. Students have an opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in school in a way that moves beyond an academic framework to an authentic industry-ready framework.

If you have access to Pathful’s WBL module, you’ll see these projects appear as FlexLessons. Educators can easily assign these lessons to students, or students can self-select projects they’d like to complete. These projects are designed to be completed in groups, but include instructions for modifying for independent work. Each full project can stretch to up to 20+ hours of student work, but can be extended or abridged to fit into your curriculum schedule. Using Pathful’s teacher-requested WBL sessions, educators can request live project mentorship and feedback at any stage of the project. Teacher guides included with each lesson provide detailed implementation instructions and modification ideas.

Whether you’re looking to scale work-based learning, bring industry-driven examples into the core curriculum, or give students an opportunity to practice and prepare before their first on-site experience, Pathful’s industry-led projects are a great fit. Check out our ever-growing library of industry-led projects, launching Fall 2024.

• Health Science: An Epidemiology Investigation

• Finance: A Tale of Two Companies

• Graphic Design: Crafting a Professional Slide Deck

• STEM: Space Adhesives for Satellites

• Manufacturing: Protecting the Production Floor

• Energy: Distributing Power to the People

• Actuarial Science: Applying Actuarial Skills in Financial Planning

• Paralegal Services: A Case In Point

• Veterinary Science: Pet Care Basics