Introduction Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) allow students to receive educational credit for informal learning experiences. To what extent does PLAR provide an incentive for students to enrol in adult learning programs‚ whether on campus or off campus? Although this is not an easy question to answer‚ this paper offers an argument for the benefits of PLAR and why a national initiative promoting this concept would be valuable. This paper discusses the formation and implementation
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TDA 3.7 Support assessment for learning Assessment task – TDA 3.7 Support assessment for learning Task links to learning outcome 1‚ assessment criteria 1.1‚ 1.2‚ 1.3‚ 1.4 and 1.5. 1.1 compare the roles of the teacher and the learning support practitioner in assessment of learners’ achievement. The roles of Teachers and Learning Support Practitioners (LSP’s) are similar in that they are both continuingly monitoring the progress and achievements of the learner. Teachers need to
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how cognitive‚ functional and emotional changes associated with dementia can affect eating‚ drinking and nutrition? Cognitive: depending on the type of dementia a person has they may have trouble in recognising the food in front of them or not understand that the food provided is for them‚ they may even view the food in front of them as food. This can be caused by their minds not recognising what is in front of them. Functional: depending on the type of dementia a person has they may struggle to
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The types of assessment a tutor could use in lifelong learning may include: initial‚ diagnostic‚ independent assessment‚ formative‚ summative‚ internal‚ external‚ formal and informal assessment methods. Tummons (2007) states “Assessment is a way to find out if learning has taken place.” Gravells (2012)‚ describes the assessment cycle in the following terms; “the initial assessment‚ assessment planning‚ assessment activity‚ assessment decision and feedback and finally‚ review of progress”. The
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1.3 Evaluate own role and responsibilities in lifelong learning Any roles come with own responsibilities. We have to act within professional codes which involve knowledge of the Code of Professional Practice (2008). This was introduced by the Institute for Learning‚ to cover the activities of teachers in the Lifelong Sector. The code is based on seven behaviours: Professional integrity‚ Respect‚ Reasonable care‚ Professional practice Criminal offence disclosure Responsibility during institute
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Enabling Learning through Assessment To enable learning is to equip and facilitate the learner with all the necessary skills required to understand and retain knowledge. One way in which the teacher can ensure that learning has taken place is through the medium of assessment – to evaluate what the learner has taken on board. Assessment methods help form a vital stage of a learner’s journey helping them to draw on skills they have acquired‚ and aids in the consolidation of the knowledge learnt
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Guided learning hours: Unit expiry date: Unit accreditation number: Understand the diversity of individuals with dementia and the importance of inclusion DEM 310 3 3 23 31/03/2015 Y/601/3544 Unit purpose and aim This unit is aimed at those who provide care or support to individuals with dementia in a wide range of settings. The unit covers the concepts of equality‚ diversity and inclusion that are fundamental to person centred care practice. Learning Outcomes The learner will: 1 Understand the concept
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Delivering Lifelong Learning (DLLS) Theory Assignment Outcome 1b: Appropriate methods of communication Feedback I used feedback to checking learning took place among learners. The feedback asked various questions regarding the sessions and how it was delivered. Therefore by doing so I can use also feedback from learners to reflect on my teaching styles inform better teaching and learning practice. Presentation With the changing nature of teaching and learning the use of power point presentation
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and contrast the roles of the teacher and the learning support practitioner in assessment of learner’s achievements. The roles of Teachers and learning support practitioners are similar in that they are both continuingly monitoring the progress and achievements of the learner. Teachers need to be aware of every child’s progress within their setting. Gathering evidence and developing a full picture of each child is important‚ in order to understand their individual needs and supply accurate feedback
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What is the role and responsibility of a teacher in the lifelong learning sector? The roles and responsibilities of a teacher in the field of lifelong learning sector that covers all publicly funded post-16 education outside universities are extremely varied and diverse. When examined closely the diverse roles of a teacher‚ trainer‚ assessor or tutor‚ seem to be associated a multitude/body of expectations. Ideally the teacher should have the ability to combine roles and responsibilities in a
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