Work based learning study amongst stakeholders

One of the papers in this morning's proceedings session focused on technology-supported work based learning from the university of Northumbria. The authors did a multiple case study of MSc and BSc programs delivered online to full-time employees.
The main findings that I picked up from interviews and questionnaires amongst the main stakeholders:

• Teachers are more negative about VLE and other technologies than students.
• Employer expectations of HE institution do not fit, and vice versa.
• Role of mentors at employer side is crucial.
• Get all stakeholders involved in the initial negociation about the learning contract.

Worthwhile reading, although it could use some more reference to existing research on online / distance delivery.