Why Districts Struggle to Scale Work-Based Learning Programs

Why Districts Struggle to Scale Work-Based Learning Programs

The modern educational landscape is shifting rapidly toward career readiness. For CTE directors and district superintendents, the mandate is clear: successfully scale work-based learning programs to provide every student with meaningful, real-world experience. While most districts start with incredible momentum, expanding programs beyond a pilot stage often reveals a failure…
The Hidden Cost of Spreadsheets in Work-Based Learning Programs

The Hidden Cost of Spreadsheets in Work-Based Learning Programs

Introduction For many school districts, spreadsheets like Excel and Google Sheets are the default tools for tracking student progress, managing industry partners, and logging Work-Based Learning (WBL) experiences. On the surface, spreadsheets seem like a convenient and low-cost solution. However, as districts expand their Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs…

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