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Experiential, Cooperative, and Study Abroad Education

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Geoffrey Davies

Chemistry Department and the Barnett Institute, Northeastern University, Boston, MA 02115

J. Chem. Educ., 1996, 73 (5), p 438

DOI: 10.1021/ed073p438

Publication Date (Web): May 1, 1996

Section:

History, Education, and Documentation

Abstract

Discussion of innovations in science education and academic-industrial partnerships intensifies in weak or changing economies when jobs are harder to find. Experiential and cooperative education programs have always helped students to find jobs. We still offer science education as groundwork of many career alternatives, but provide too few opportunities for students to experience them. With tough times in store for the forseeable future, it is imperative that more science students have the chance to hone their skills in experiential, cooperative education, and study abroad activities. This needs hard work by faculty and employers to identify student opportunities, monitor progress, and provide program continuity, but the benefits are self-evident.