module 2 implementing foundation learning january 2011
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Today’s Learning Outcomes
• To consider development of suitable delivery models
• To identify challenges to delivery • To see how PSD can be delivered in vocational units
• To look at a delivery plan for a group of learners • To recognise your commitment to continued professional development
Key Considerations (a centre’s perspective)
Planning for Foundation Learning
Leadership & Management
PersonalisedLearning
Reaching & Engaging Priority Learners
Initial Advice & Guidance
(IAG)
Coherent Delivery of Learning Programmes
Recognition of
Achievement & Progression
Support for Learners
Partnerships &
Stakeholders
Edexcel SolutionsOur specifications
All of our Entry and Level 1 specifications contain guidance on teaching and assessment, as well as an outline learning plan and website resources for each unit. Functional skills mapping highlights opportunities to reinforce the skills within both PSD and vocational learning.
Functional Skills initial assessment toolIf you are delivering Edexcel Functional Skills, this initial screening tool will help to contribute to identifying learners’ levels
Training & EventsDuring 2011 we are running implementation and network events. Details can be found on www.edexcel.com/foundationlearning
Published materialsA range available to download or order from the website
Delivery models & approaches
bf‘like for like’
Example: replacing skills for working life with a vocational certificate and a PSD award
‘accrediting previously non- accredited activities’
Example: tutorials or work placement
‘blocks of learning’
Example: blocks of 6 weeks of learning focussing on the learner journey
‘themed approach’
Example: Activity based learning in groups involving investigation and presentation
Guidance on Funding
http://skillsfundingagency.bis.gov.uk/providers/programmes/alr/
http://www.ypla.gov.uk/
Delivery plan (an Entry 1 programme)Unit Level Credi
ts
Developing Communication Skills
E1 3
Developing ICT Skills E1 4
Early Mathematics: Developing Number Skills
E1 2
Travel within the Community: Going Places
E1 3
Developing Independent Living Skills: Being Healthy
E1 2
Total 14
Delivery plan (a Level 1 programme)Subject Level Credi
tsGLH
Edexcel BTEC Certificate in Performing Arts
1 13 130
Edexcel Entry Level Award in Personal and Social Development
E3 6 60
Edexcel BTEC Entry Level Award in WorkSkills
E3 3 20
Functional Skills English
1 5 45
Functional Skills Maths
E3 5 45
Functional Skills ICT 1 5 45
Total 37 345
http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/
Sharing good practice
Performing ArtsUnit 1: Introduction to the Performing Arts (Entry 3)
PSDUnit 3: working as part of a group (Level 1)
Functional Skills English
• Speaking, listening and Communication• Reading• Writing
Functional Skills ICT
• Using ICT systems• finding and selecting information• Developing, presenting and communicating information
Learning Outcome 1Know about performance venues
Learning Outcome 1Understand how to contribute to working as part of a group in appropriate ways
Learning Outcome 3Know about non-performing roles in performance venues
Learning Outcome 2Demonstrate how to work as an effective group member
Learning Outcome 4Be able to report on a performance
Learning Outcome 3Review the group’s progress and their contribution to it
Thank you for your time
For further information and guidance please refer to our other training modules or contact the team on 0207 190 5099Or by email