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This is Learning Innovation: The Teaching and Learning Podcast—also known as LITL-Pod.
In the spirit of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Niitsitapi’ksimpstaan (Real Thinking), we play host to a spectrum of guests from the Teaching and Learning community. As we highlight and explore innovation in education, we hope to kindle warm conversations, expand perspectives and foster lasting partnerships today, tomorrow and beyond!
The future of learning starts now.
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Tuesday Jan 06, 2026
Tuesday Jan 06, 2026
"We know WIL has this really magical ability to create a stronger connection between students and this community." ~ Perry Stein, City of Lethbridge Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships Manager
Dr. Natalie Barfuss (business instructor at Lethbridge Polytechnic) and Perry Stein (Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships Manager at the City of Lethbridge) share the overwhelming benefits of WIL for students and their communities.
Work-integrated learning (WIL) helps students develop skills like teamwork, collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking. These real-world skills help students step out more confidently into their careers. Because WIL allows students a glimpse into the community, these experiences can even kindle an interest in staying around Lethbridge after graduation.
Natalie also shares how instructors can dip their toes in WIL experiences. Hint—it's easier than you think!
During the show, Perry, Natalie, and Donna (host) mention:
- ☀️SUMMER BONUS☀️ E58: LITL-Pod LIVE – Preparing learners and shaping community through Work-Integrated Learning (WIL)
- Lethbridge Polytechnic
- University of Lethbridge
- University of Calgary
- NorQuest College WIL Symposium
- CASA
- Downtown BRZ
- Universal Design for Learning
- Goal-setting theory
- City Scholars
- CEWIL
- Southgrow
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