Paradigm shift: the emergence of formal distributed learning graduate programs in Canada

In this paper the author suggests that workplace learners in a knowledge-based society are increasingly aware that learning is no longer a separate activity that occurs in classroom settings, but needs to occur in the workplace environment. She focuses on professional workers who are motivated to enhance their capabilities and hence their employability by seeking non-traditional formal graduate opportunities in universities. Three case studies are reviewed and new directions are identified. Finally, areas for consideration in an emerging conceptual framework for formal graduate learning opportunities are offered.

The complete volume, with papers from sections 1-5 listed, is indexed at TD/TNC 71.26; the complete volume, with papers from sections 6-10 listed, is indexed at TD/TNC 71.27; selected individual papers are indexed from TD/TNC 71.28 to TD/TNC 71.75.

In this paper the author suggests that workplace learners in a knowledge-based society are increasingly aware that learning is no longer a separate activity that occurs in classroom settings, but needs to occur in the workplace environment. She focuses on professional workers who are motivated to enhance their capabilities and hence their employability by seeking non-traditional formal graduate opportunities in universities. Three case studies are reviewed and new directions are identified. Finally, areas for consideration in an emerging conceptual framework for formal graduate learning ...  [+] Show more