negotiating with learners
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A presentation produced by me on the subject of negotiation with learners. This has been used on the DTLLS course.TRANSCRIPT
Negotiating With Learners
David Gibbs
Aim
To discuss the elements involved in negotiating with learners.
Analyse the Learner Journey in relation to
negotiation Identify initial assessment methods and
criteria for assessment List methods of negotiation State how goals and targets are negotiated
Objectives
“Teachers in the lifelong learning sector negotiate and record appropriate learning goals and strategies with learners.” (LLUK, 2006, p11).
Lifelong Learning UK. (2006), New overarching professional standards for teachers, tutors and trainers in the lifelong learning sector. London: LLUK.
The Learner Journey
Final review records
achievement of targets and
long term goals
Initial enquiries,enrolment,
Interview, initial assessment
Exam entries, final portfolio
etc
Setting goals and targets
Teaching and learning activities
are planned to meet learner
needs and their qualification.
Regular progress reviews allow the learner and tutor
to review progress and achievement
Goals and targets are reset
as a result of the Progress
Review and any changing priorities
Learners receive information about
progression opportunities for study and work
Initial Assessment - Methods
Tests Questionnaires Interviews References Application forms Records of achievement
Initial Assessment - Methods
Petty, G. (2009), Teaching Today a Practical Guide. 4th edition. Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes Limited
Initial Assessment - Criteria
Qualifications, skills Learner aspirations Learning styles Additional needs Qualifications gained (prior learning) Attitudes
Initial Assessment - Criteria
Petty, G. (2009), Teaching Today a Practical Guide. 4th edition. Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes Limited
Methods of Negotiation
1 to 1 Group discussion E-mail Telephone Web ie. Moodle Publications, newsletters
Methods of Negotiation
Negotiating Goals & Targets
ILP Progress reviews Resetting goals and targets Review of achievement Advice on progress
Negotiating Goals & Targets
Analyse the Learner Journey in relation to
negotiation Identify initial assessment methodology and
criteria for assessment List methods of negotiation State how goals and targets are negotiated
Objectives
“The teacher performing the full teacher role will have a responsibility to negotiate individual learning goals with learners.” (LLUK, 2007, p12).
Lifelong Learning UK. (2007), Guidance on teacher roles and initial teaching qualifications. Version 3. London: LLUK.
Lifelong Learning UK. (2006), New overarching professional
standards for teachers, tutors and trainers in the lifelong learning sector. London: LLUK.
Petty, G. (2009), Teaching Today a Practical Guide. 4th edition. Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes Limited
Lifelong Learning UK. (2007), Guidance on teacher roles and initial teaching qualifications. Version 3. London: LLUK.
References
Wilson, L. (2009), Practical Teaching: A Guide to PTLLS and
DTLLS. Andover: Cengage Learning EMEA Walkin, L. (1990), Teaching and Learning in Further and Adult
Education. Cheltenham: Stanley Thornes (Publishers) Limited Gravells, A. (2008), Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning
Sector. 3rd edition. Exeter: Learning Matters Limited Minton, D. (2005), Teaching Skills in Further and Adult Education.
3rd edition. London: Thomson Learning Wallace, S. (2007), Teaching, Tutoring and Training in the
Lifelong Learning Sector. 3rd edition. Exeter: Learning Matters Limited
Bibliography