The Classroom-Community Connection Design: An Instructional Approach Guided by Service-Learning and Dual System of Vocational Education and Training to Improve Journalism Students' Workplace Readiness and Civic Engagement

Abstract

Today's rapidly changing media industry poses an ongoing challenge for American institutions of higher education, which are often responsible for educating and preparing the next generation of skilled professionals. This case study examined how a service-learning design guided by the dual system of vocational education and training could help address journalism students' workplace readiness and increase their capacity to contribute to the community.