Lincoln College is set to incorporate remote working into its T-Level courses starting in September. Steve Horsfield, the Assistant Principal for Heart, Health and Care, explained that up to half of the placements in certain areas, such as digital courses, may take place remotely, providing students with a realistic taste of modern working life.
The new arrangement is part of a broader effort to update T-Level courses, technical qualifications that are equivalent to A-Levels and developed with significant industry input. A key feature of these courses is a mandatory work placement, which now may include a work-from-home component. This shift is meant to mirror current trends in many industries, where remote working has become increasingly common, especially following the changes brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Horsfield stressed that the decision was made with careful research and consultation with industry partners, aiming to ensure that the placements accurately reflect real-world practices. The college maintains that it will only implement remote working where it is genuinely beneficial and applicable to the specific work experience involved.
5 Comments
Africa
👏 Including remote work placements demonstrates that the college is aware of current trends and committed to providing relevant education.
Muchacha
😠 I'm worried this will widen the gap between practical skills and education. Students need to see how theories are applied in real-world environments.
Bella Ciao
😠 This feels like a cheap way to avoid providing proper placements. Will employers value remote placements as much as on-site ones?
Habibi
🤬 Is anyone considering the challenges of remote supervision? How will they ensure students are engaged and learning effectively?
Muchacho
🤝 This is a positive step towards bridging the gap between education and the realities of the modern workplace.