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About the work of the Association of Ringing Teachers

About the work of the Association of Ringing Teachers. February 2013. Association of Ringing Teachers. The management and accreditation body for the Integrated Teacher Training Scheme and Learning The Ropes

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About the work of the Association of Ringing Teachers

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  1. About the work of theAssociation of Ringing Teachers February 2013

  2. Association of Ringing Teachers • The management and accreditation body for the Integrated Teacher Training Scheme and Learning The Ropes • Supported by the Ringing Foundation and endorsed by the Central Council of Church Bell Ringers • Any questions? Refer to www.ringingteachers.co.uk and use our FAQ form to ask a question or refer to the developing FAQ page…

  3. Some Sobering Thoughts… • In 2009 40% of all ringers were over 60 • In 1988 it was only 13% • Captains in the 20 – 40 age group were the most successful recruiters • 79% of captains/trainers in 2009 were over 50 • 12% of ringers were between 20 & 40 in 2009 • It was 29% in 1988 • We loose half of all ringers every 10 years

  4. No. of Ringers by Age and Gender • We need to recruit, retain and get to a high standard many hundreds of new ringers every year – just to stay still.

  5. Other Issues • The 21st Century environment presents challenges… • The world has changed much in the last 30 years - other activities have moved with the times and met the challenges – ringing has not. • There are many other easily accessible activities • Other activities have established training schemes • More mobility in society • H&S & safeguarding pressures/expectations • No recognisable standards • A expectation of rapid achievement • Our Image, Training methods, Practices, Organisations & Environments have not yet adapted to these issues.

  6. Some solutions • Following work carried out by the Ringing Foundation to understand these issues, the Association of Ringing Teachers (ART) has been formed to provide a structured scheme to train teachers and maintain standards with a structured learning scheme to support new ringers

  7. Integrated Teacher Training Scheme (ITTS) • A training scheme for teachers – new and existing. • Made of up two Modules… • ITTS Module 1: Teaching Bell Handling • ITTS Module 2: Teaching Elementary Change Ringing • Based on research at universities across the world into coaching & learning practical skills • Each Module begins with a day course followed by a period of practical skills development with mentor followed by accreditation. • Online support from ‘Moodle’ – an online learning website with useful resources and assessments

  8. Learning the Ropes (LTR) • Astructured learning scheme for new ringers • Same approach as many other skills e.g. Music, Karate, Dance etc. • Five ‘Levels’ from first handling to basic change ringing • Learner has information via Moodle and a ‘Personal Progress Logbook’ of achievement. • Recognition of achievement through certificates that awarded for each of the five Levels.

  9. Learning the Ropes Syllabus

  10. Association of Ringing Teachers MissionTo improve the learning experience of new ringers PurposeTo develop and support the delivery, integrity and standards in the teaching, instruction and education of the art of change ringing

  11. ART Structure RF CCCBR ART Management Committee Admin (Moodle & Web) Members Full & Associate Tutors Mentors Teachers ART Develops and Delivers - ITTS Courses 2 Modules & Practical Learning the Ropes 5 levels On line Information Books, Newsletter DVD, other materials Future Educational development Help and advice on delivering effective learning Membership Support Structure. Standards & Benefits Quality Control

  12. ART MEMBERSHIP FULL Voting Completed both ITTS Modules ASSOCIATE Non - votingCompleted a single ITTS Module Structural provision Educational provision • A code of practice for members to set a standard of behaviours • Safeguarding policies/codes, support and training • Accreditation – gives credibility • Liability Insurance • Health & Safety policy & guidance • Moodle support for information • ART WORKS Newsletter • Direct Communication with members • Quality Control • ITTS Courses on Handling and teaching Change ringing • Learning the Ropes curriculum with logbooks & award system • Structured learning – including beyond Learning the Ropes • DVD • A structured Accreditation process supported by quality monitoring • Newsletters • CPD & Seminars • Information and materials viaMoodle • Recruitment Advice • Support for Young Ringers and School/other groups ART Membership Benefits

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