In this episode, Charlie Jett discusses the importance of

work-based learning for disadvantaged youth as well for the health and
well-being of the US economy.

He discusses different kinds of work-based learning programs

such as tours, job shadowing, mentorships, internships, registered
apprenticeships, cooperative education, service learning and field studies.

He stresses the importance of work-based learning forcollege-bound students as well as those students who are bypassing college andgoing directly into the work force.