Meaning and rationale Placing concepts in context

Resumen

Education Business Partnerships (EBPs) present students with a wonderful opportunity for seeing concepts in a relevant contextual setting and so, although there are various interpretations of EBP activities, the focus here is on the workplace as a site for learning in the initial training of teachers. Two examples are given which have led to the development of teaching resource materials for use with secondary students, followed by a discussion of the factors which influence the establishment, successful implementation and evaluation of EBP activities. Finally, we reflect on the way we have approached such activities and on the reaction of student teachers, experienced teachers and business partners with whom we have collaborated.