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Bridging The Gap: An Exploratory Study On Classroom-Workplace Collaborations, Katelynn Dixon
Bridging The Gap: An Exploratory Study On Classroom-Workplace Collaborations, Katelynn Dixon
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“Bridging the gap” between theory and practice has historically been challenging. There is a definite lag between textbook knowledge and “real-world” application. For decades colleges have been adopting different Executive-In-Residence (EIR) models to help with this concern. Various EIR models include bringing industry professionals into the classes as guest speakers, hosting a series of one-on-one meetings, and conducting seminars and workshops. There is little to no research on EIRs in the Hospitality and Tourism field. In today’s modern time, the hospitality industry is a forerunner in the service industry, thus making this research extremely beneficial to the body of knowledge …