Compare the CTE Internship and Cooperative Education. Reflect and provide your thoughts. I do not want you to write a compare/contrast. I want to know your opinion.
As I read through this information, the CTE Internship seems like a better deal for the student. This program, while designated for seniors and 16 years of age or older provides necessary opportunities that may not be afforded under cooperative education. While, they are still considered children, most seniors are very near adulthood and that being said, adults learn in a different fashion; mostly hands on and by performing the task.
Another interesting fact, is that the teacher who supervises must be CTE credentialed. As I was setting up my interview for unit 2, and the teacher asked me to define what coop was (he is in charge of the program). It turns out he is an English teacher chasing a stipend and was unsure of what I meant. The important point here is that the person running things has interest in the program. I think that is a sign of potential success.
I agree. CTE instructors should be running the CTE Internship program. They understand the direction of the program, and what needs to be emphasized in it. They also have more of a stake and can determine from the beginning if the program will be successful or a bust.
ReplyDeleteRegarding learning styles, I find that the majority of my students, ranging in age from 15 to 18, are hands on learners.
From Sean...
ReplyDeleteExactly, How can they be successful if they aren't a subject matter expert in CTE. I like the thought of being a stake holder. It ensures success or the ability to mitigate any issues before it is too widespread.