Experiential Learning Typology Framework

Table 4: Experiential Learning Typology Framework (Reportable EL Activity)
Type Instructional Setting Description Structure Mandatory EL Supervised by EL Assessed by Paid
Systemic Training Apprenticeship Paid, related practical experience sponsored by an employer and under the direction of a certified journeyperson in a work environment conducive to learning the tasks, activities, and functions of a skilled worker (CEWIL Canada, 2020). 80% workplace experience; 20% technical classroom training

2-5 years to complete

Yes Employer Employer Yes
Work-Integrated Learning Co-operative Education (Co-op) Work Placement Formal integration of related experience in a workplace setting with academic studies. Work terms are typically one semester; the number of required work terms varies by program.

Time spent in work terms is at least 30% of the time spent in academic study.

May be optional but must be made available to all students in the program. Employer Employer Yes
Work-Integrated Learning Field Placement/Work Placement Scheduled hours of activities intended to give students an intensive, practical, hands-on experience in the workplace. Part-time/short term, typically integrated within an academic semester Yes Employer College No
Work-Integrated Learning Fieldwork Scheduled hours of activities intended to give students hands-on experience outside college facilities (e.g., in a workplace), or inside college facilities that simulate a workplace environment. Varies; typically integrated within a course Yes Employer and/or College Employer and/or College No
Work-Integrated Learning Simulation Lab A type of Fieldwork

Scheduled hours of activities intended to give students hands-on experience inside college facilities that simulate a workplace environment.

Varies; typically integrated within a course Yes College College No
Work-Integrated Learning Clinical Placement Scheduled hours of activities intended to give students hands-on experience in a hospital or health care setting Part-time/short term, typically integrated within an academic semester Yes College or individuals working on behalf of the college (an experienced registered or licensed professional, e.g., preceptor) College or individuals working on behalf of the college (an experienced registered or licensed professional, e.g., preceptor) No
Work-Integrated Learning Degree Work Placement – Mandatory (shorter than co-op) Placement Formal integration of related experience in a workplace setting with academic studies. 14 weeks of paid, full-time or equivalent part-time work (300 for 3-year degrees, 420 hours for 4-year degrees)

Typically occurs outside of academic semesters

Yes Employer and College Employer and College Yes
Other EL Activity Capstone Project Projects in which students attempt to solve a real problem through applied research. Varies; typically integrated within a course Yes College and/or Employer/ Client College and/or Employer/ Client No
Other EL Activity Service Learning Community service integrated with classroom instruction and critical reflection to enrich the learning experience and strengthen communities. Varies Yes College and/or Employer/ Client College and/or Employer/ Client No
Other EL Activity Faculty-led Study Abroad Group learning activity centered on a portion of learning taking place abroad, outside of the classroom. Varies Yes College College No

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