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Learning for Life and Work Unit 1: Rationale and Overview

Learning for Life and Work Unit 1: Rationale and Overview. Learning Intentions. Understand the place and rationale for Learning for Life and Work in the Revised Curriculum Consider the challenges facing young people

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Learning for Life and Work Unit 1: Rationale and Overview

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  1. Learning for Life and WorkUnit 1:Rationale and Overview © PMB 2007

  2. Learning Intentions • Understand the place and rationale for Learning for Life and Work in the Revised Curriculum • Consider the challenges facing young people • Consider how we can help young people face these challenges through Learning for Life and Work © PMB 2007

  3. How Is LLW Structured? © PMB 2007

  4. LLW and The Big Picture Supports the Revised Curriculum’s aim: ‘to empower young people to achieve their potential and to make informed and responsible choices and decisions throughout their lives.’ Supports the Revised Curriculum’s objectives: • to develop the young person as an individual; • to develop the young person as a contributor to society; and • to develop the young person as a contributor to the economy and environment. © PMB 2007

  5. LLW’s Objectives • To help pupils develop as individuals and members of society • To deliver the skills and capabilities needed for adult life and work • To help pupils cope with the changing global economy • To help pupils learn how to make informed choices © PMB 2007

  6. Why Introduce LLW? Young Person’s Plea: ‘How is what I am learning at school today going to be helpful to me now or in the future?’ Young people want to study issues that are: • relevant; • allow time for self; • use active approaches; and • encourage questioning in a safe environment. © PMB 2007

  7. Why Introduce LLW? Society’s Challenge We need to prepare our young people for adult life in a challenging society. Young people must: • meet the responsibilities of parenting with changing family patterns; • sustain independent living; • accept and respond constructively to learning as a lifelong process; © PMB 2007

  8. Why Introduce LLW? Society’s Challenge cont. • meet the challenges and opportunities that cultural diversity and inclusion present; and • be prepared for work in an increasingly sophisticated economy. © PMB 2007

  9. Why Introduce LLW? Employer’s Challenge Employers are concerned with young people’s knowledge and: • how they interact with others; • how they acquire and manage information; and • how they apply knowledge to solve problems and manage situations. © PMB 2007

  10. Why Introduce LLW? Employer’s Challenge • Ability to manage information • Thinking, problem-solving, decision-making skills • Flexibility • Resourcefulness • Self-management • Communication skills • Ability to work as part of a team • Willingness to learn new skills • Tolerance of change © PMB 2007

  11. Activity 1 How the Revised Curriculum Develops Young People © PMB 2007

  12. Individual Economy /Environment Society © PMB 2007

  13. In groups, discuss what do young people need to develop as: • an individual; • a contributor to society; and • a contributor to the economy and environment. © PMB 2007

  14. Curriculum Objectives To develop the young person as a contributor to the economy & environment To develop the young person as an individual To develop the young person as a contributor to society Key Elements Personal understanding Mutual understanding Personal health Moral character Spiritual awareness Citizenship Cultural understanding Media awareness Ethical awareness Employability Economic awareness Education for sustainable development © PMB 2007

  15. Activity 2 The Challenges and Issues Facing Young People Today © PMB 2007

  16. Summary Our Challenge • make a meaningful connection with our pupils • help our pupils improve academic performance • help our pupils make informed choices • deter our pupils from engaging in risky behaviours, including the use of alcohol and illegal drugs, early sexual activity and violence © PMB 2007

  17. Summary Our Challenge cont. • help our pupils to develop as individuals and members of society • provide our pupils with the adaptability, knowledge, understanding and skills to cope with life and work in the 21st century • help our pupils to recognise the importance of equality, tolerance and human rights in their society • play an active role in building a stronger, more stable society in Northern Ireland © PMB 2007

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