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The  \nndings and conclusions contained within are those of the authors and do not necessarily re􀀝ect positions or policies of the foundation.  \nAbout the Aurora Institute  \nThe Aurora Institute’s mission is to drive the transformation of education systems and accelerate the advancement of breakthrough policies and practices to ensure high-quality learning for all. Aurora is shaping the future of teaching and learning through its work in policy advocacy, research, eld-building, and convening. With a national and global view of education innovation, we work on systems change in K-12 education, promote best practices, examine policy barriers, and make recommendations for change to yield improved outcomes for students. Aurora envisions a world in which all people are empowered to attain the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to achieve success, contribute to their communities, and advance society.  \nPatrick, S., Alderman, K., & Gagnon, L. (2023) . Expanding student access to work-based learning: Federal policy recommendations. Arlington, VA: Aurora Institute.  \nContent in this report is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International license. Front page photo credit: Allison Shelley/The Verbatim Agency for EDUImages  \nAllison Shelley/The Verbatim Agency for EDUImages  \nAllison Shelley/The Verbatim Agency for EDUImages  \nTable of Contents  \nIntroduction ................................................................................................................................................ 6  \nWhat Is Work-Based Learning? .................................................................................................................................................... 6  \nA Vision of Aligning PK-12, Post-Secondary, Career and Technical Education, and the Workforce..............7  \nSynthesizing Research to Inform Policy ................................................................................................... 9  \nComponents of High-Quality Work-Based Learning Programs.................................................................................... 9  \nChallenges in Implementing Work-Based Learning Programs ......................................................................................11  \nWork-Based Learning Examples ................................................................................................................................................. 12  \nRecommendations for Federal Policy Makers.........................................................................................14  \nConclusion..................................................................................................................................................16  \nReferences..................................................................................................................................................18  \nAurora Institute | 5  \nIntroduction  \nEvery learner deserves an education system that ensures they have access to powerful, future-oriented learning experiences, ful lling and lucrative careers, and thriving lives. 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