Follows is a list of the types of development that may be achieved in education versus those achieved in professional practice.
Education Development
(Learning, achievements, skills & progression)
- Private study and reading
- Attending conferences and seminars
- Preparing papers and presentations
- Collaborative work with peers
- Conversation and discussions with others
- Courses and distance learning
- Researching the solution to problems
- Working with organisations (work experience/placement experience)
- Meeting deadlines
- Obtaining different qualifications
- Being punctual (attendance awards)
- Higher education provides more independance
Professional Practice Development
(Learning, achievements, skills & progression)
- Attending conferences and seminars
- Preparing papers and presentations
- Collaborative work with colleagues
- Conversation and discussions with others
- Researching the solution to problems
- Working with others outside the organisation
- Meeting deadlines
- Progression to higher-up role (promotions)
- Employee of the month
- On the job training
- Team building days/exercises
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