Association of Colleges

08 February 2012

09:00 - 16:00

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Government are currently consulting on a literacy and numeracy provision as part of this consultation. This consultation closes in October 2011.

A BIS review of literacy and numeracy provision is also under way, drawing on the expertise of practitioners, a range of other stakeholders and other reviews such as those by the National Institute of Adult and Continuing Education (NIACE) and Ofsted. In addition, a review of research and evaluation literature has been undertaken which brings together what is currently known about improving adults' literacy and numeracy skills, including international evidence, and identifies where evidence-gaps exist which will be considered as part of the review. BIS will report the findings of its review in autumn 2011.

How the issue affects Colleges:

• What are the key features of underperformance in literacy and numeracy?
• How will the government respond to the Boswell Inquiry on literacy? What does this mean for policy?
• How can provider's best tackle these challenges and secure further improvement?
• Making better use of data to assess the recruitment and performance of different learner groups
• Improving initial assessment of those in need
• Best practice strategies on numeracy and literacy i.e. how to have a clear management strategy; this conference should identify best practice for providers
• Observation of teaching and training - tutors receiving feedback on their teaching, increasing tutors' technical skills
• Improving self assessment reports
• Exploiting technology to advance learner's needs in numeracy
• Developing practical and vocational teaching applications for learners
• Monitoring take-up for those who need literacy and numeracy skills

Who should attend this event?

• Skills for Life (teachers/lecturers)
• ESOL
• Literacy and numeracy

For further ifnormation please visit the registration website.

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