Learning opportunities outside of the classroom can now be documented
College of the Rockies leadership recognize that learning and personal growth are not limited to classrooms. With that in mind, the College has introduced a co-curricular record, documenting the experiences students take part in outside of the traditional classroom setting which complement their academic learning and help to develop employment, leadership, teamwork, and other skills essential for their careers.
“Every learning opportunity is important. Co-Curricular experiences contribute to students’ skill development, personal growth, and professional advancement while enhancing their academic journey,” said Robin Hicks, Vice President Academic. “Their co-curricular record documents both paid and volunteer experiences and the skills students developed through them.”
Through co-curricular experiences, students will have access to opportunities that match their diverse personal interests, though the College also encourages students to discover interests or passions they didn’t know they had.
“We want to validate all of our students’ learning experiences and efforts and have developed a comprehensive list of activities including on-campus paid positions, volunteer roles, leadership opportunities, and self-development programs.,” Hicks added. “Through their participation in these activities, students can enhance skills such as effective communication; leadership development; collaboration and teamwork; creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship; health and wellbeing; social responsibility and civic engagement; professionalism; personal development; sustainability and globalization; digital literacy; research and analysis as well as contributing to and advancing Truth and Reconciliation.”
Students will complete a reflection at the conclusion of their co-curricular activity, including up to three competencies they gained in the process. Once their participation is validated by the individual responsible for the activity, it will be added to their Experience Record. This record is prepared and recognized by College of the Rockies in a similar manner to academic transcripts and other formal documents which can then be used by students as they seek employment and other opportunities.
Learn more about co-curricular opportunities at: cotr.ca/co-curricular-record/
About College of the Rockies
For nearly 50 years, College of the Rockies has provided post-secondary education that meets the needs and aspirations of the people, industries, and businesses of our region. All our campuses are located on the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa people, which is also home to the Kinbasket people. We value our relationships with the four Ktunaxa bands, the Shuswap band, and the Kootenay Regional Office of the Métis Nation, BC. Each year, thousands of full-time and part-time students join us in a full range of programs, including skilled trades, university arts and sciences, adult upgrading, early childhood education, health and human services, business, office administration, tourism, hospitality, recreation, fire services, continuing education, and contract training. Through smaller class sizes, highly personalized instruction and dedicated support services, our students are primed to succeed in the job market, or in the next stage of their academic journey.
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