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Peer reviewedColl, Richard K.; Eames, Chris; Halsey, Elizabeth – Journal of Cooperative Education, 1997
A survey of 111 cooperative education students in New Zealand found only 45% satisfied with their supervisors; 90% felt the placement helped with career choice; 70% wanted more help with report writing. Better methods of supervision and student assessment were devised. (SK)
Descriptors: Bachelors Degrees, Cooperative Education, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Peer reviewedColl, Richard K.; Pinyonatthagarn, Dhirawit; Pramoolsook, Issra – Asia-Pacific Journal of Cooperative Education, 2003
Comparison of five Thai students in international work placements and three overseas students completing work placements in Thailand found that both groups encountered difficulties with immigration, language, and communication. Advantages reported included improved self-confidence and career enhancement. Results also show the effect of cultural…
Descriptors: Cooperative Education, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, International Educational Exchange
Coll, Richard K.; Lay, Mark C.; Zegwaard, Karsten E. – Journal of Vocational Education & Training, 2002
Trial interviews were conducted with 10 New Zealand science/technology majors to prepare them for work-based learning placement interviews. The interview model used research-based competencies. All students felt their self-efficacy increased, improving their access to work-based learning. (Contains 62 references.) (SK)
Descriptors: Employment Interviews, Experiential Learning, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Direct linkColl, Richard K.; Taylor, Neil; Nathan, Subhashni – Journal of Vocational Education and Training, 2003
The pragmatist model of experiential learning in the form of work placements in industry provides opportunities for tertiary institutions to produce well-rounded graduates, possessing knowledge of workplace culture and values along with technical competencies. Work-based learning programmes provide graduates and leaders of tomorrow for a variety…
Descriptors: Vocational Education, Experiential Learning, Job Placement, Student Employment
