Project-based learning to promote learner autonomy in training hospitality education at a Technical and Vocational Education and Training College
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Du Plessis, Elize
Green, Shawn Lourens
Issue Date
2023
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Article
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en
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hospitality education , further education , learner autonomy , project-based learning , SDG 4 Quality Education , Student Support and Co-Curricular activities
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Project-based learning (PjBL) is a teaching and learning approach that involves students actively working on real-world projects, to develop knowledge and skills. This method has been shown to be effective in promoting learner autonomy (LA) and skills development in language learning studies. There is, however, a dearth of research on the use of PjBL in hospitality education, especially in a technical and vocational education and training (TVET) environment. Using a case study research strategy, this study aimed to investigate whether PjBL could be used to promote autonomy and develop employable skills in students in hospitality education. A convergent mixed methods approach was used to develop a framework for PjBL in promoting LA in a TVET environment. The study included a closed-structured questionnaire with responses from 144 (n=144) students from two hospitality programmes, as well as a semi-structured interview with 18 student participants. The findings indicate that PjBL is an effective teaching and learning approach in hospitality education that can promote LA, lead to a deeper understanding of the subject matter, while facilitating the development of a variety of important skills and competencies. Students can apply their knowledge and skills in meaningful ways through hands-on, real-world activities, which can foster a greater sense of autonomy and responsibility for their own learning. Moreover, this study emphasises the significance of incorporating PjBL into hospitality education programmes, to prepare students for success in a rapidly changing world.
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ï‚‘ Green, S.L. & Du Plessis, E.C. 2023. Project-based learning to promote learner autonomy in training hospitality education at a Technical and Vocational Education and Training College. International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research (IJLTER). 22(7):136-155. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijlter.22.7.8
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International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research (IJLTER)
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1694-2493