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Good Teaching in the Workplace: What It Really Looks Like for Trainers and Assessors

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In 2010, Richard W. Leblanc outlined ten characteristics of good teaching. While originally framed in an academic context, the principles translate powerfully into workplace learning, apprenticeships, and vocational assessment. Many Assessors and Tutors don’t think of themselves as teachers – if you think about what a teacher is – someone who facilitates learning, helps others […]

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Coaching vs Mentoring in Work-Based Learning: Are You Using the Right Approach?

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Introduction In work-based learning, assessors and trainers wear many hats. One minute you’re checking evidence, the next you’re motivating a disengaged learner or helping someone navigate a challenge at work. Two approaches often used in these moments are coaching and mentoring – but they’re frequently confused or used interchangeably. While both are valuable, using the

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What is Universal Design for Learning and how can it help us in Adult and Workplace Education?

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We know that everyone learns in different ways, and there have been many theories around this from VARK (Fleming, 1987) to MBTI (Myers -Briggs, 1962). In recent years there has been a lot of debate about whether it is appropriate and correct to fit people rigidly into these boxes.   You may like these theories as

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Discover how embracing neurodiversity can transform learning and assessment with practical strategies for inclusive education.

Practical Tips for Teaching & Assessing Adult Neurodiverse Learners

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When working with neurodiverse learners, we should embrace the idea that every brain is unique, with its own way of thinking and learning? That’s the heart of neurodiversity—recognising that our differences make us stronger. For trainers and educators, understanding neurodiversity can change the way we educate, assess and communicate with learners. Want to learn how

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How to be More Assertive – A Guide for Trainers & Assessors

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When we are assertive, we… Sounds easy doesn’t it? However, many of us struggle with being assertive due  to a lack of self confidence, being unsure how to communicate our message effectively or a fear of upsetting others. Learning how to be assertive can help us to build confidence in how we communicate with others.

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Using Hooks in Your Training Sessions: Engaging Your Audience from Start to Finish

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Are you worried that your training sessions are falling flat? Do you struggle to keep your audience engaged and interested throughout your presentation? If so, it might be time to incorporate some hooks into your training! This article is all about hooks! Have you ever started watching a film only to find yourself glued to

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A Beginners Guide to Types of Assessment: Initial Assessment

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If you’re new to teaching, training or assessment you may be wondering about the different types of assessment and when is the most appropriate time to use them. In the first of a three part blog series, we explore Initial Assessment. A guide to Formative and Summative Assessment to follow. Types of Assessment: Initial Assessment

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4 Practical Tips for Planning Work Based Assessments

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Planning and preparing for work-based assessments is essential to making them a success. This article contains practical tips you can use when planning and undertaking assessments. Work-based Learners are assessed to determine whether they have sufficient skills and knowledge to be deemed competent against industry or occupational standards.  The assessor’s role is to use a

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