07/08/2023
How does WBL benefit students?
• Provides opportunities to apply classroom learning to workplace experiences
• Establishes clear connections between education and worksite career applications
• Creates opportunities for exploration of possible careers
• Increases motivation to stay in school by making education more relevant
• Improves awareness of post-secondary opportunities
• Increases technical skills through their application in authentic tasks
• Promotes the practice of positive work habits
• Increases understanding of workplace expectations and skills needed
• Enhances general workplace competencies, such as communication, teamwork, and project
planning
• Allows observation of work ethics of employer and employees
• Establishes professional contacts for future employment and mentoring
