The aim of the day was for everyone to have a good time, network with others, and gain knowledge from experts in the sector.
The day went really well with all participants leaving happy and more knowledgeable. It was great to see people who have attended my previous events, and to meet people who use my books and resources. Everyone had a great time, lots of networking took place and the food and refreshments were great too! There were five workshops, which covered the following topics:
Improving Quality
within your role –
Ann Gravells
Providing a quality product and service is
crucial in the competitive market of the FE, skills and training sector. A good quality
reputation for your institution will have a positive impact on your learners. I
shared practical ideas on how to improve the quality of teaching, learning and
assessment.
Achieving your
QTLS – Tricia Odell, Education and Training Foundation
Tricia explained
the key things you need to know regarding applying for QTLS status. From
eligibility criteria to timescales, and how to go about collecting and collating
evidence. Tricia also shared a range of resources to support applicants.
Maintaining
your professionalism – Ann Gravells
There are constant changes and developments
within the FE, skills and training sector which could affect your job role. I outlined
how to enhance your professional profile during times of change, including
using technology to increase your networking opportunities. I also gave ideas
for CPD activities to help you remain up to date with your knowledge and practice.
Managing teaching,
learning and assessment during an observation – Sharron Mansell
Assessment can often be a challenge but one
that is important to get right. Good assessment leads to better learning. Sharron
introduced an interesting and useful theory of learners’ behaviour, and showed how
to focus on formative assessment to develop the learner as a whole. Sharron is the author of the '50' series of practical books.
Prevent Strategy –
Erin Moore,
Department for Education
Erin is one of the DfE’s
Higher and Further Education Regional Prevent Coordinators. She spoke about how
the Prevent duty applies in an FE and training context and the responsibilities
relating to it. She introduced Prevent and your statutory duty. She also talked
through key vulnerabilities to be aware of, how to refer, and the channels
available to do so.
