PW Skills + MBUs Two-Teacher Learning Model: Combining Industry Expertise with On-Campus Mentorship

The proposed PW Skills–MBU partnership addresses these elements through a two-teacher learning model that combines live instruction from PW Skills industry experts with the presence of an assistant faculty member on campus.

The approach is designed to bring industry-oriented teaching into MBU's physical learning environment, creating a connection between expert-led digital instruction and in-person academic support.

Two Complementary Roles in Every Class

The proposed model assigns distinct but complementary responsibilities to the two educators.

PW Skills industry experts: Live instruction and practical knowledge

PW Skills would deliver live digital sessions led by industry experts. These sessions would form the instructional component of the programme, supported by structured curricula and contemporary learning content.

Session recordings would be made available through the PW Skills learning management system (LMS), allowing students to revisit material and reinforce their understanding.

On-campus assistant faculty: Mentorship and classroom support

An assistant faculty member, trained within the PW Skills ecosystem, would be physically present during classes.

The mentor's role would include helping students resolve doubts, supporting classroom accountability and providing an in-person point of contact during learning sessions.

By combining these roles, the proposed model aims to connect specialised instruction with a consistent on-campus learning experience. 

A Campus-Based Experience with Digital Learning Resources

Under the proposal, students would attend sessions in reserved classrooms at MBU. The model therefore combines live digital instruction with an in-person classroom environment rather than relying exclusively on remote learning.

The LMS would provide access to session recordings and support the learning process beyond the live class. Assessments, engagement information and management reporting would help provide visibility into programme delivery.

This combination is intended to support a more structured learning experience: students participate in live instruction, receive on-campus assistance and have digital resources available for revision.

Preparing Faculty to Support the Programme

The partnership scope includes planned training for assistant faculty to help them work within the PW Skills learning ecosystem.

The proposed activities include onboarding, a three-day on-site training programme, a seven-day crash course planned for late November, and hiring support if required.

These activities are intended to establish the necessary familiarity with programme delivery and the associated learning systems.

The specific implementation timeline and training arrangements would need to be aligned with the institutions' academic and operational requirements.

Technology and Governance as Part of the Learning Experience

The planned delivery ecosystem includes the PW Skills LMS and LineupX for assessments, management information systems and governance reporting.

The reporting framework is expected to include:

• Class progress reports.

• Attendance and engagement information.

• Mentor ratings.

• Student feedback and Net Promoter Score (NPS).

These mechanisms are intended to help the participating institutions monitor programme participation, capture student experiences and maintain visibility into delivery.

The broader engagement framework also includes academic support, technology and infrastructure, student development, career and placement readiness, and reporting and governance.

Connecting Expert Teaching with Individual Support

The two-teacher model reflects the partnership's broader objective: combining PW Skills' practical, industry-oriented learning approach with MBU's campus-based academic environment.

Industry experts would bring specialised instruction to the classroom, while on-campus mentors would provide a consistent support structure for students.

Together with the proposed curriculum, learning platform and reporting systems, this approach aims to create a coordinated learning experience that supports both skill development and classroom engagement.