Assessing Learning Module 25 Training Advisers

Training Scheme Principles Considers needs of learner Modular Flexibility Accessible Recognises prior learning LOVE Uses Scout methods National scheme External recognition

Modular Scheme

The Seven Steps Identify learning and development needs Agree and record a Personal Learning Plan Monitor progress at regular intervals Provide constructive feedback Support and encourage Validate the learning Identify new needs and repeat the process

The Role of TA in creating a PLP Identify appropriate modules for the role Familiar with content of modules Establish which parts learner can already do Establish what learning the learner will need to complete Establish which methods will be best for learners Complete Personal Learning Plan

Seven Steps Identify learning and development needs Agree and record a Personal Learning Plan Monitor progress at regular intervals Provide constructive feedback Support and encourage Validate the learning Identify new needs and repeat the process

Monitor and Support Monitor progress regularly Provide constructive feedback Support and encourage the learner Be flexible to changing conditions

Seven Steps Identify learning and development needs Agree and record a Personal Learning Plan Monitor progress at regular intervals Provide constructive feedback Support and encourage Validate the learning Identify new needs and repeat the process

Validation Validation is about confirming that someone is able to do what they are supposed to be able to do “That they are fit for purpose” It is about confirming that the required learning has taken place by checking what the learner has done with it in practice.

Validation Do’s Encourage learner to take responsibility Compare evidence against the validation guidelines Sign off validation if evidence demonstrates understanding of required learning Value the learners effort and work Suggest positive ways forward

Validation Do’s Use open questions to probe Ask another TA or LTM if unsure Keep a written record Keep the learner aware

Validation Don’ts Sign off validation if not convinced evidence is not current not happy criteria met Be afraid to ask for further evidence / training Be afraid to say “no”

Grievances Two possible areas: Learner and TA unable to agree on which modules are required. Participant disagrees with a validation decision