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Module 5b Using resources effectively to embed literacy, language and numeracy. Aim. The aim of this course is for participants to: familiarise themselves with how to access and use a range of resources so that they can plan effective embedded LLN activities that are engaging and meaningful.
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Module 5bUsing resources effectively to embed literacy, language and numeracy
Aim The aim of this course is for participants to: familiarise themselves with how to access and use a range of resources so that they can plan effective embedded LLN activities that are engaging and meaningful.
Learning objectives By the end of the session you will have: learned how to adapt resources so that they are differentiated appropriately for your learners’ needs accessed and used a range of materials for improving learners’ LLN skills within their vocational or other contexts accessed resources effectively to plan one element of a lesson reflected on your own practice and how to improve it
What is embedded learning? vocational skills and knowledge literacy language numeracy skills embedded teaching and learning SfL Core Curriculum
Embedded teaching and learning ‘Embedded teaching and learning combines the development of literacy, language and numeracy with vocational and other skills. The skills acquired provide learners with the confidence, competence and motivation necessary for them to succeed in qualifications, in life and at work.’
Features of embedded learning materials Teacher notes Learner pages Source materials Glossary Integrated Assignments (not in ‘community’ contexts) Check-it tests Mapping charts CD with pdf and Word files Audio CD
Teacher notes • Scene-setting • Materials • Learning outcomes • Introductions and activities to support learning • Task notes • Differentiation • Suggestions for extension activities • Mapping information
Learner pages • Materials are divided into modules. • Each module has a number of themes. • Themes are divided into Focus pages and Task pages.
Embedded Learning Portal The Embedded Learning Materials are available on-line: http://rwp.qia.oxi.net/embeddedlearning On the portal, there are interactive LLN activities differentiated to learners’ levels. There are links to other Skills for Life sites such as: http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise
Adapting resources for learners Ideas for adapting resources for: a learner who requires active methods of learning a learner with poor reading skills (Entry 2) a learner who has problems with short term memory
Differentiation Learners differ because of their: learning history, background, interests, goals learning style skills – see assessment results and ILPs. Teachers can respond by adjusting: lesson content, activities, resources time allowed outcomes expected help given.
Embedded Learning Portal http://rwp.qia.oxi.net/embeddedlearning
Using the search tools http://rwp.qia.oxi.net/embeddedlearning
BBC Skillswise http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise
Using the Move On website http://www.move-on.org.uk
Using the Excellence Gateway All the Teaching and Learning Programme materials are available from: http://excellence.qia.org.uk
Maths4Life Thinking Through Mathematics materials, see http://www.ncetm.org.uk/resources/8848 for more information and how to order.
What have you learned? Can you: use the Embedded Learning Materials effectively? access and use a range of resources to embed LLN? adapt resources so that they are differentiated? access resources effectively for lesson planning? Now: reflect on your practice and action plan how to improve it.
Contacts • Add contact details here: • Presenter Email Address • Presenter Telephone (optional) Skills for Life Support Programme Office Contacts: CfBT Education Trust Tel: 0118 902 1920 Email: sflenquiries@cfbt.com www.excellencegateway.org.uk/sflsp