Transforming Student Career Paths into a Project to Increase Engagement in a Project Management Course
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| Title: | Transforming Student Career Paths into a Project to Increase Engagement in a Project Management Course |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Calvert, Craig A. (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Education for Business. 2021 96(8):530-538. |
| Availability: | Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 9 |
| Publication Date: | 2021 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Undergraduate Students, Business Administration Education, Student Projects, Program Administration, Career Planning, Student Attitudes, Instructional Effectiveness, Learner Engagement, Employment |
| DOI: | 10.1080/08832323.2020.1860872 |
| ISSN: | 0883-2323 |
| Abstract: | An engaging assignment connecting course curriculum to student career paths was created for an undergraduate business (project management) course. The assignment required students to turn either their job search or career path into a project. Learning goals, objectives, and outcomes were developed for academic, personal, and professional growth areas. Comments collected after completion demonstrated the ability of the project to connect with the students. Many students perceived the assignment as useful and even life-changing. Incorporating more business assignments that connect course material with the career path of students has the potential to increase student engagement and content knowledge. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2021 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1310093 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | An engaging assignment connecting course curriculum to student career paths was created for an undergraduate business (project management) course. The assignment required students to turn either their job search or career path into a project. Learning goals, objectives, and outcomes were developed for academic, personal, and professional growth areas. Comments collected after completion demonstrated the ability of the project to connect with the students. Many students perceived the assignment as useful and even life-changing. Incorporating more business assignments that connect course material with the career path of students has the potential to increase student engagement and content knowledge. |
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| ISSN: | 0883-2323 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/08832323.2020.1860872 |
