4.3 Explain how peer and self-assessment can be used effectively to promote learner involvement and personal responsibility in the assessment of learning. 4.4 Explain how assessment arrangements can be adapted to meet the needs of individual learners. 5.1 Explain how to judge whether evidence is Sufficient, Authentic and Current. 5.2 Explain how to ensure that assessment decisions are made against specified criteria, Valid, Reliable and Fair. 6.1 Evaluate the importance of quality assurance in the assessment process.
How and where can you access information, resources and support for your learning and development? 501.1 ac 3 What are the organisational policies and procedures for different sources and systems of support for professional development • Formal support • Informal support • Supervision • Appraisal • Mentoring • Within the organisation • Beyond the organisation Compare the benefit of using a range of sources. 502.1 ac 4 Explain factors to consider when selecting opportunities and activities for keeping knowledge and practice up to date 502.4 ac 1 Compare models of reflective practice Kolbs learning cycle and reflective template Concrete experience * What happened * How did you feel * How did you react Reflective observation * What went well * What did not go well * Did anything unexpected occur * How do you feel now Abstract (understanding) * How does theory inform you * How does research inform you * Conclusions Active experimentation * What other options did you have * What night
3. Be able to evaluate own performance Use of feedback to evaluate own performance and inform development: feedback from others can develop own knowledge, skills and understanding and may include: identifying areas for improvement, increasing my capacity for problem solving, helping me to understand others` perspectives. 4. Be able to agree a personal development plan Sources of support: formal, informal, supervision, appraisal, within the organisation, beyond organisation Work with others to review and prioritise own learning: individual,
Unit Title: Promote professional development Sector unit number SHC 52 Level: 4 Credit value: 4 Guided learning hours: 33 Unit Reference Number: L/602/2578 Unit purpose and aim The purpose of this unit is to assess the learner’s knowledge, understanding and skills required to promote the professional duty to maintain the currency of knowledge and skills and the need to continually reflect on and improve practice. Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The Learner will: The Learner can: 1 Understand principles of professional development 1.1 Explain the importance of continually improving knowledge and practice 1.2 Analyse potential barriers to professional development 1.3 Compare the use of different sources and systems of support for professional development 1.4 Explain factors to consider when selecting opportunities and activities for keeping knowledge and practice up to date Sources and systems of support may include: • Formal support • Informal support • Supervision • Appraisal • Mentoring • Within the organisation • Beyond the organisation 2 Be able to prioritise goals and targets for own professional development 2.1 Evaluate own knowledge and performance against standards and benchmarks 2.2 Prioritise development goals and targets to meet expected standards Standards and benchmarks may include: • Codes of practice • Regulations • Minimum/essential standards • National occupational standards © OCR 2010 Exemplification 1 Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria 3 Be able to prepare a professional development plan 3.1 Select learning opportunities to meet development objectives and reflect personal learning style 3.2 Produce a plan for own professional development, using an appropriate source of support 3.3 Establish a process to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan 4 Be able to improve performance through reflective practice
The first two steps serve to identify what I want to train and develop in the senior managers. The next step will be to divide the training into components that are easy to handle. 4. The training program should be aligned with organizational objectives so it is meaningful to the senior managers. According to Blanchard and Thacker (2007), this is necessary to show how important learning is for the success of the company as a whole.
Distinction To achieve a distinction the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass and merit criteria, the learner is able to: The learner will: 1 Understand the learning process The learner can: P1 Explain key influences on personal learning processes of individuals M1 explain the importance of improving skills for learning to support learning processes 2 Be able to plan for and P2 Assess own knowledge, monitor own professional skills, practice, values, development beliefs and career aspirations at start of programme P3 Produce an action plan for self-development and the achievement of own personal goals 3 Be able to reflect on own development over time D1 evaluate changes P4 Produce evidence of own M2 analyse the importance made to action of meeting action plan progress against action plan in response to targets in supporting own plan over the duration of ongoing reflection of progression the programme development, targets and goals P5 Reflect on own personal and professional development M3 explain how knowledge D2 analyse own gained within the development and learning environment progression over time has influenced own professional development 4 Know service provision in the health or social care
Unit Title: Sector unit number Level: Credit value: Guided learning hours: Unit Reference Number: Promote professional development SHC 52 4 4 33 L/602/2578 Unit purpose and aim The purpose of this unit is to assess the learner’s knowledge, understanding and skills required to promote the professional duty to maintain the currency of knowledge and skills and the need to continually reflect on and improve practice. Learning Outcomes The Learner will: 1 Understand principles of professional development Assessment Criteria The Learner can: 1.1 Explain the importance of continually improving knowledge and practice 1.2 Analyse potential barriers to professional development 1.3 Compare the use of different sources and systems of support for professional development 1.4 Explain factors to consider when selecting opportunities and activities for keeping knowledge and practice up to date 2.1 Evaluate own knowledge and performance against standards and benchmarks 2.2 Prioritise development goals and targets to meet expected standards Sources and systems of support may include: • Formal support • Informal support • Supervision • Appraisal • Mentoring • Within the organisation • Beyond the organisation Exemplification 2 Be able to prioritise goals and targets for own professional development Standards and benchmarks may include: • Codes of practice • Regulations • Minimum/essential standards • National occupational standards © OCR 2010 1 Learning Outcomes 3 Be able to prepare a professional development plan Assessment Criteria 3.1 Select learning opportunities to meet development objectives and reflect personal learning style 3.2 Produce a plan for own professional development, using an appropriate source of support 3.3 Establish a process to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan 4.1 Compare models of reflective practice 4.2 Explain the importance of
In this task I will be writing about the methods of continuing personal development and training that is relevant to my career path. Continuing Personal Development (CPD) CPD refers t the process which involves tracking and documenting the skills, knowledge and experience that an individual gains both formally and informally as they progress through work. It is a record of what an individual experiences, learns and then applies to their work. CPD helps an individual manage personal development on an on-going basis. It helps the individual reflect on what they have learnt.
Learning Outcomes The learner will: Assessment Criteria The learner can: 1. Be able to analyse personal leadership and management skills to support achievement of organisational objectives 1.1 Analyse the impact of organisational objectives, values and culture on the leadership and management role 1.2 Evaluate the leadership and management skills required to support achievement of organisational objectives 1.3 Assess personal leadership and management skills and identify personal development required to support achievement of organisational objectives 2. Be able to manage development of personal leadership and management skills to support achievement of organisational objectives 2.1 Assess opportunities for development of leadership and management skills 2.2 Construct a personal development plan to develop leadership and management skills 2.3 Manage personal development of leadership and management skills 3. Be able to evaluate the effectiveness of personal development plans to develop management and leadership skills 3.1 Review personal development plan against original objectives 3.2 Evaluate the effectiveness of personal development of leadership and management skills 3.3 Analyse areas for further development and update personal development plan Learner Declaration: I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully acknowledged Student Signature: Date: Assignment Context Your existing qualifications, past employment and personal experiences and current level of study mean that you intend to apply for leadership and management positions in organisations. In preparation for this you wish to enhance your prospects for success by further development of your leadership and management skills.
Professional Knowledge and Abilities GEN 200 March 24, 2011 Introduction Several professional organizations and associations that can help people achieve professional success. To be most effective, an individual should select an organization or association that relates to a personal interest or goal. Once one researches their organization of choice, one can use what the organization does or stands for to increase professional knowledge and abilities. By utilizing the knowledge and abilities contributed by a professional organization, one can have a successful career path. Professional Organization Since I am interested in human behavior, I selected the American Psychological Association (APA) to gain professional knowledge and abilities from.