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Learning from MODNet
Work Based Learning at Middlesex
• 1996 Middlesex was awarded a Queens Anniversary Prize for “Excellence and Innovation” for pioneering work based learning.
• 2003 the UK Quality Assurance Agency commended Middlesex for innovation and rigor in the assessment of work based learning.
• 2005 HEFCE awarded Middlesex a Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in WBL.
• 2007 Institute for Work Based Learning established
• 2009 HEFCE awarded Middlesex £8m to establish the Middlesex Organisational Development Network.
MODNet project objectives
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• The establishment of a provider network focused on organisational development
• The establishment of Business Development and Marketing resource to promote
work based learning
• The development of appropriate quality, infrastructure and financial frameworks
to support flexible work based provision
• Further development of the University’s work based curriculum
• Expansion of student numbers, especially through co-funded arrangements at
UG level
• The use of accreditation of in-house training to develop sustainable business
relationships with employers
The provider network
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• Strategic partners included Further Education Colleges and Private Training
Providers
• Key role of accreditation in engaging private providers and their employer clients
• Concept of a joint approach across all NQF levels had surface attraction but not
decisive
Further development of WBLCurriculum
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• Review of Work Based Learning Framework – focus on pan-University use
• Approval of new Titles: Professional Practice in ….
• A project driven approach to work based learning programmes
• Generic work based learning progression from Fd or equivalent professional
qualifications
• The combination of WBL project modules with subject modules
• New work based learning provision examples:• MBA Shipping and Logistics - Lloyds Maritime
• Fd Sports Development - Tottenham Hotspurs Foundation
Business Development and Marketing
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• Team established - between February and September 2009
• Joint development events with business development teams in partner
organisations – over 300 new contacts made
• Central employer enquiry line established
• High profile events - Informatology Conference, Stock Exchange with Consalia,
London Chamber with Boris Johnson, Hendon employer event with Michael
Portillo, Joint Conference with CBI
• Formal endorsement of Middlesex WBL approach by the London Chamber of
Commerce
The development of systems and infrastructure
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• Staffing resources to support project development• Institute for Work Based Learning staff
• Work based learning staff within University Schools and central services
• Student record system• Developed registration systems that meet the requirements of new approaches to work
based learning - eg employer cohorts
• Customer Relationship Management system
• Limited impact as did not achieve a whole university approach
• Support for work based learning students
• Further development of distance learning technologies
• Identification and dissemination of best practice with Schools and strategic partners
Working with Employers
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• Impact of the recession on employers and on the University
• Small awards eg University Cert, Dip, Advanced Dip, PGCert more attractive than full Hons or Masters degrees
• Co-funding not an attractive proposition
• Use of accreditation key to partnership working
Halifax Community Bank:Journey in Practice
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• Developing Professional Branch Management Teams
• Accreditation of in-company training plus work based project for University Advanced Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate
• Sales up 9.8%, Customer Impact scores up 40%• WBL project linked to faster improvement
Halifax Community Bank:Journey in Practice
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• “JIP is the Jewel in the Crown for the Lloyds Bank Group in Professionalising the retail banking workforce” Peter Hallard, Group Learning Director
• “To gain a qualification from a University while carrying out my day job is a fantastic opportunity” Ian Grady, Branch Manager
• “Furthermore I have a business plan which really fits my branch” Sandra Dixon, Branch Manager
The Work Based Learning proposition
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• values the learning already held by the individual and their organisation,
• enables the individual to plan their own programme,
• is flexible in delivery eg distance/ or in-company learning programme,
• is flexible to meet individual/organisational needs,
• leads to internationally recognized higher education qualifications.
Work Based Learning
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• focuses on the development, conduct and learning from work based projects,
• aims to develop the individual as a more effective work based learner,
• aims to contribute to the organisation through the creation of new knowledge and the application of learning to achieve organisational objectives.
WBL suggests new kinds of HE/Employer partnerships
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• Beyond Joint design of programmes
• Combine individual learning and organisational development
• Create strategic partnerships for knowledge recognition, creation and use
Linking WBL to the knowledge requirements of employers
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• Focus on organisational objectives to ensure that knowledge has a performative edge and is thus of value to the organisation.
• Develop strategies for working with tacit knowledge eg focus reflexive practice to enhance individual knowledge recognition, creation, dissemination and use.
• Fully exploit the structural capital of partner organisations in fostering knowledge recognition, dissemination, creation and use and seek to enhance the structural capital of organisations.
Follow up reading
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• Garnett J (2012), Authentic work integrated learning, in Hunt L, & Chalmers D (eds), University teaching in focus: A learning-centred approach, ACER Press: Melbourne.
• Costley C and Critten P (2012) The Business Value of Structured Workplace Learning, Glocal Focus Special Supplement 6(1) 13-16
• Garnett J, Costley C and Workman B (eds) (2009) Work Based Learning: Journeys to the core of Higher Education, London: Middlesex University Press
• Higher Education Academy (2008) Work-based learning Workforce development: connections, frameworks and processes, York: HEA
• Contact: J.Garnett@mdx.ac.uk• Contact: C.Costley@mdx.ac.uk