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LLN Thursday 19 th May. Paul Hampton. Background History Bridging Units –. Early idea conceived in 2008/2009 and looked to provide bite – sized learning for SME’s , College’s, Professional bodies, known as “bridging units”. Bridging Units –.
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LLN Thursday 19th May Paul Hampton
Background HistoryBridging Units – Early idea conceived in 2008/2009 and looked to provide bite – sized learning for SME’s , College’s, Professional bodies, known as “bridging units”.
Bridging Units – Initially creating real interest (in industry) but for required more in-depth detail. Intelligence gathering took place > LLN events > Professional body events > Industrial liaison events The idea of “bridging units”. Continued to expand and was taken to the market. … but 4 key issues raised…..
What are bridging units? • What is the difference between attending University in the traditional way? • How long does it take? • What does it cost? • Can I try a “taster unit before progressing on to the full course?
Why is this different? • This provides access to a 24/7 learning environment. • You are supported throughout the process from registration through to completion. • Provides engagement to fellow learners through Group blog, individual blog, all supported by your dedicated and specialist on-line tutor. • You study at times and places to suit the organisation but progress as a cohort via interactive media • Typically in 10 weeks you will cover 50 hours of learning, but this can be varied to suit the organisation and individual learner availability but equates to the equivalent of 5 higher educational credits.
Provides a bridge to higher education • All Units fit within the modular degree structure and can be accumulated to attain awards • Because the Units are within the modularised degree structure students can transfer between modes of study • In time they can diversify into a mix of study for work and study for leisure • They are run throughout the year so the learner can have a step-on step-off experience • They can and will be constantly adapted and modified for new market sectors or differing organisations, reflecting both educational requirements and organisational culture / values.
Typically Unit – Technical Portfolio (4CN005) Unit 1 Introduction to Quality Unit 2 Professional Ethics Unit 3 Introduction to Contract documentation Unit 4 Work based learning So a suite of bridging units may include – specific skills relating to the step up into higher education
PebblePad A virtual learning environment developed to host personal Webfolio's http://pebblepad.wlv.ac.uk/login.aspx?referer=http%3a%2f%2fpebblepad.wlv.ac.uk%2fpebblepad.aspx http://pebblepad.wlv.ac.uk/pebblepad.aspx Engagement with on-line media and face to face seminars web-ex – skype all of which will enhance your learning. Live link to learners
Live link Interaction with learners currently on the programme. Mr Robert Francis Q&A
Charges The cost of each 5 credit unit is currently under review with a decision to be announced shortly. On completion of each unit (pass/fail) based on activities set throughout the week’s , you will receive a certificate. On completion of the 4th unit in the suite, you will be required to undertake a written assignment, but will be issued with a certificate from the University and be awarded a grade, and 20 credits of HE.
Conclusion Paul Hampton Tel 01902 322256 Email p.hampton@wlv.ac.uk SKYPE Paul. Hampton 11 And many thanks for listening