Support Learning Activities Be able to contribute to planning learning activities Explain how a learning support practitioner may contribute to the planning, delivery and review of learning activities. 5 1.1 Planning, teaching and evaluating follow a cycle which gives structure to the learning process. The diagram below shows this: Evaluating Evaluating Planning Planning Teaching Teaching There are three different types of planning for teachers, short, medium and long term. Depending on the teaching assistant’s role, as a teaching assistant we are more likely to attend a medium or short term planning meeting so that everyone is aware of the area of learning that will be focused on, while the planning takes place. Evaluate
In this respect, the ultimate aim is to enable learners to understand how to take responsibility for their own development. Teachers can do this by planning and preparing teaching and learning activities that take account of the needs and well-being of individual learners as well as groups of learners. Some key aspects of a role as a teacher may be: carrying out initial and/or diagnostic assessments; clear communication with your learners, other professionals and stakeholders; promoting appropriate behaviour and respect for others; identifying and meeting individual learners’ needs; being aware of the support mechanisms available; being organised; being reflective, which means learning from successes as well as mistakes. What are my responsibilities as a teacher? As a teacher, my primary responsibility is to ensure that learners are enrolled onto the correct course, in terms of meeting their needs, abilities and aspirations.
Understanding the principles & practices of assessment Unit 1 1:1 Explain the function of assessment in learning and development The main function of an assessment is to ascertain if learning has taken place and that the learner has obtained the required knowledge, skills and understanding. Assessment needs to be a constant process which should take place every time you see the learner, either by watching what they are doing, asking questions or carrying out short coaching or training sessions. It should also focus on improving, re-enforcing learning and measuring achievement showing how the learner is developing and areas they need to improve on. Assessment can be formal which is when you use assessments, assignments, tests and workplace observation to assess learning and informal which can be by asking a few questions. When assessing learning it is important to have an understanding of initial assessment, formative assessment and summative assessment.
1.3 Explain the characteristics of assessment for learning 1.4 Explain the importance and benefits of assessment for learning 1.5 Explain how assessment for learning can contribute to planning for future learning carried out by: a) the teacher b) the learners c) the learning support practitioner A description from the Assessment Reform Group “Assessment for Learning is the process of seeking and interpreting evidence for use by learners and their teachers to decide where the learners are in their learning, where they need to go and how best to get there” (2002) Characteristics of Assessment for Learning Assessment for learning is part of the teaching and learning process. It is essential for achieving a quality and productive teaching and learning experience. Providing the students with their WALT’s – We are learning today and WILF’s – What I’m looking for….. is a strategy that allows teachers to share the learning goals with students. Sharing learning goals with pupils will enable the student to get involved in their progress. By explaining to students what the learning objectives are provides an aim.
Respect values and other different religion and cultures. Other duties and responsibilities include in supporting and collaborating with the class teacher, join in making action plans, and under the guidance of the class teacher assist the learner with one-to-one attention. Together with the class teacher, the Learning Support Assistant should develop and implement the Individual Educational Programme by making lesson plans, help to prepare and write the Individual Educational Programme for the learner and assist in the preparation of educational material and all the components of the instructional and educational process in class. Observe and assess the performance and behaviour of the learner and document. It is important to attend to the Individual Educational programme and Individual Transition Plan meetings.
UNIT 2 - Support learning activities 1.1 Describe how a learning support practitioner may contribute to the planning, delivery and review of learning activities. As a teaching assistant you will contribute with the teachers to planning, delivery and review of learning activities. As a teaching assistant time should be made to discuss and review pupils’ work with teachers, this can be formal or informal. Planning, teaching and evaluation follow a cycle which gives structure to the learning process. EVALUATING TEACHING - Supporting the teacher in delivering the plan with a child or group of children.
Also submit a brief justification of the approaches you intend to use, in relation to the learning needs of your peer-group. This justification could refer back to work previously submitted for PTLLS Assignments 4,5 and 6. 7) Delivering your micro-teach PTLLS: Using inclusive learning and teaching approaches in lifelong learning 2.1 Demonstrate inclusive learning and teaching approaches to engage and motivate learners 2.2 Demonstrate the use of appropriate resources to support inclusive learning and teaching 2.3 Use assessment methods to support learning and teaching 2.4 Communicate with learners to meet their needs and aid their understanding 2.5 Provide constructive feedback to learners PTLLS: Understanding inclusive learning and teaching in lifelong learning 2.4 Review how to provide opportunities for learners to practice their literacy, language, numeracy and ICT skills With the exception of UILTLL 2.4, the above criteria all imply skills that you will need to demonstrate during your (brief) micro-teach. You will be required to reflect critically on (self-assess) your own performance using the Micro-teach Observation form in Annex A and your tutor/assessor will also use this same document for summative assessment and feedback. You will notice that this observation form is cross-referenced to the criteria listed above and
Their role is to facilitate independent learning, access to the curriculum and promote inclusion. They help with a variety of functions during lessons to support teachers and help students spetially with numeracy and
2. Facilitation of Learning Use knowledge of the student’s stage of learning to select appropriate learning opportunities to meet their individual needs. Facilitate selection of appropriate learning strategies to integrate learning from practice and academic experiences. Support students in critically reflecting upon their learning experiences in order to enhance future learning. 3.
1) Establish rules for the Group that create an atmosphere for learning and address issues before they develop. 2) Help the group to understand standards and expectations. 3) Help to develop teacher/pupil relations based on respect. 4) Encourages interactive participation for greater understanding and exploration. 5) Assists teacher to determine group pace and plan modular stage for course completion.