Personalized Placement Learning Plan

Co-operative Education

Streetsville Secondary School

72 Joymar Drive, Mississauga L5M 1G3

Phone: 905-826-1195 Fax: 905-826-8700

STUDENT INFORMATION
Student:John DoeDate:
Related Course (s):Information Technology Applications In Business
Course Code (s):BTA 3O
Type of Course(s):Open
Credit Value(s):2
Ontario Curriculum: Grades 11 & 12 Business Studies
PLACEMENT INFORMATION
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Placement:
Address:Mississauga
Placement Supervisor: Phone:
Fax:E-Mail:
SCHOOL INFORMATION
Teacher: Telephone: 905-826-1195
Fax:905-826-8700E-Mail:
ONTARIO YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
Apprenticeship Training Standard Reference:
Training Standard attached 
Registration Number: Registration/Starting Date:
Training Consultant:Telephone:
COPIES
 Student  Placement Supervisor  Co-operative Education Teacher
Special Education Related Course Parents, if student under 18 years

LEARNING STRATEGIES

The Learning Strategies of Co-operative Education (in class and at the placement) may include any of the following:

  • Observation
  • One-to-one mentoring
  • Collaboration/cooperative learning
  • Demonstration
  • Discussion/conferencing
  • Reading
  • Computer-assisted learning
  • Journal writing
  • Research
  • Report/Presentation
  • Performance
  • Independent study

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

The cooperative education student will experience ongoing assessment and evaluation. The results of the assessment and evaluation will reflect their achievement of the co-op and related course(s) expectations as outlined in subsequent sections of this Personalized Placement Learning Plan.

Assessment/Evaluation Strategies: A variety of strategies will be employed to gather evidence of their achievement. These strategies will include careful, critical observation, anecdotal records, journals, student/teacher/employer conferencing, assignments, and independent learning project and a minimum of two performance appraisals.

Assessment/Evaluation Tools: A variety of assessment/evaluation tools will be used to score the student's work including rubrics, achievement chart, checklists, and marking schemes. Evidence of student achievement will include input from several sources including the teacher, student and employer.

Assessment/Evaluation Categories: A student's proficiency level will be based on the criteria described in the various categories/competencies of the related course achievement chart including Knowledge/Understanding, Thinking/Inquiry, Application, and Communication.

This student has an Individual Education Plan:  Yes  No

Necessary Accommodations/Modifications: (in consultation with the student's IEP)

EXPECTATIONS and PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Co-operative Education Expectations
Job Readiness
J3 – demonstrated the ability to communicate their interest in a work opportunity effectively
Health and Safety
H1 – an understanding of workplace health and safety rules
Rights and Responsibilities
R1 – issues relating to confidentiality and the right to privacy, as outlined in the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
R2 – work ethics and the responsible use of information technology
R6 – appropriate methods of dealing with the reporting concerns or problems at the placement / Reflective Learning
RL1 – relate the placement experience to the curriculum expectations of the related course and to the expectations related to cooperative education, using a variety of strategies, activities, and tools
RL2 – reflect on and analyze their placement experiences
RL3 – reinforce the job-skills theory acquired in the classroom and the skills, techniques, and principles learned at the placement
Workplace Opportunities
W5 – demonstrate the ability to produce an effective exit resume
Integration Independent Study Project
IS – demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the placement experience and the curriculum expectations of the related course

Related Course Expectations

BTA 3O - Information Technology Applications In Business
Strand: The Impact of Information Technology on Business
IIV.02 · describe an information technology work environment
II1.01 – explain the functions of the hardware components, including peripheral devices, of a computer workstation (e.g., mouse, screen, scanner, printer, keyboard, speakers, compact disk drive, floppy disk drive, hard disk drive);
II1.02 – describe appropriate workplace settings (e.g., home office, school, small enterprise, multinational company) for the use of stand-alone, LAN, and WAN environments
II2.04 – demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills and knowledge (e.g. “netiquette” awareness, respect for confidentiality and privacy of information) when interacting with colleagues and peers in the work environment
II3.01 – describe ethical business practices related to the use of information technology (e.g., “netiquette”, syntax, privacy, security, protocol) / Strand: Software Application&Information Management
SI1.01 – demonstrate the use of common business software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet, database, website production, presentation, , and flowchart software)
SI1.05 – demonstrate the skills and abilities they will need to use common business software applications
SI2.03 – organize their work, taking into consideration priorities, quality of the documents, time management
Strand: Electronic Research and Communication
ER2.02 – follow copyright and licensing rules and regulations when accessing information electronically
ER3.01 – demonstrate an understanding of the uses and benefits to business of a variety of electronic communication tools (e.g., fax, e mail, voice mail, bulletin boards, intranets, the Internet, extranets)
ER3.05 – communicate with others by using electronic tools
Strand: Preparation for Employment
PE2.03 – demonstrate information technology skills in preparing samples of their work
PEV.02 – assess their information technology skills and competencies

Learning Opportunities at the Placement

The student will have the opportunity to learn about:
  • Industry-specific software - printing invoices from SAP; creating spreadsheets in Excel to track invoices; downloading statements from SAP to Excel; using web-based GETPAID for collections; document edition in Word; using other customized software
  • Computer hardware used in an office workstation
  • Organizing work assigned by supervisors and by various collectors
  • A variety of office equipment - faxing documents to outside companies; emailing (Outlook) invoices to collectors; using microfiche to print invoices; scanning documentation into PDF file; photocopying cheques; using intranet (GETPAID)
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  • Business Communications using Information Technology - using email and voice mail to communicate with customers and co-workers
  • Retrieving messages and responding to calls on the Collections Hotline
  • Confidentiality - shredding confidential documents, completing Security Audit, responding appropriately with co-workers in the department
  • Ethical business practices related to IT
  • Interpersonal skills in an office environment
  • The relationship between placement experience and curriculum expectations
  • Adherence to company health & safety practices

SPECIFIC PLACEMENT EXPECTATIONS

Student:John DoeEmployer:

Supervisor:

Supervisor:

  • Please circle the most appropriate number to identify the level of performance for each responsibility or task listed below
  • Edit any responsibilities/tasks as necessary
  • Add any new tasks or responsibilities which the student may be doing now or in the future

Levels of Achievement:

1–Below Expectations 2–Approaching Expectations 3–Meets Expectations 4–Above Expectations

Specific Tasks

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Level of Achievement

  • Downloading from SAP to Excel to track invoices
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Photocopying, scanning, faxing documents
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Shredding confidential documents
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Using web-based GETPAID program
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Closing credit card accounts
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Scanning documentation into PDF format
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Using Collection Hotline
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Communicating via email (Outlook) and telephone (voice mail)
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Collecting and distributing mail throughout department
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Demonstrating time management skills – completion of work, prioritizing tasks
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Communicating professionally and appropriately with customers and co-workers
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
  • Attending department meetings
/ N/A 1 2 3 4
N/A 1 2 3 4
N/A 1 2 3 4
N/A 1 2 3 4

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Supervisor's Signature Date

ANECDOTAL PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL

and LEARNING SKILLS EVALUATION

Student:John DoeEmployer:

Supervisor:

Evaluation 1 - Date:

Supervisor's Comments: (strengths, areas for improvement) / Student's Comments:
Supervisor's Signature: / Student's Signature:

Evaluation 2 - Date:

Supervisor's Comments: (strengths, areas for improvement) / Student's Comments:
Supervisor's Signature: / Student's Signature:
Learning Skills – Performance in the Workplace
N-Needs Improvement S-Satisfactory G-Good E-Excellent / Evaluation 1 / Evaluation 2
Works Independently
  • Thinks critically to assess situations and make job-related decisions
  • Able to work on his/her own with minimal supervision
  • Works an acceptable amount of time on a problem before seeking help

Teamwork
  • Communicates effectively in the workplace
  • Respects opinions of others
  • Demonstrates a positive pleasant attitude
  • Works effectively in a team environment

Organization
  • Able to prioritize tasks, responsibilities and time effectively to achieve goals
  • Completes necessary paperwork in a timely fashion

Work Habits
  • Punctual
  • Attends regularly – when necessary, reports absences promptly
  • Completes tasks thoroughly and promptly
  • Accepts suggestions and criticisms and maintains confidence
  • Demonstrates willingness and capability to learn/complete work

Initiative
  • Resourceful in making decisions/judgements
  • Generates positive strategies, suggestions or new ideas
  • Accepts challenges and acts voluntarily
  • Self evaluates work and progress

Personalized Placement Learning Plan – Streetsville Secondary School