Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Adult and Community Learning
How effective are leadership and management in raising achievement and supporting all learners?

In effective self-assessment, the effectiveness of leadership and management is evaluated by the extent to which...

5.7there are enough qualified and experienced teaching, training and support staff to match the demands of programmes and the range of learners.

Success in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision in the adult and community learning context means...

5.7.1there are enough tutors to be able give learners the level of individual attention they need.
5.7.2tutors have a good grounding in the teaching methodologies appropriate for different groups of learners and are familiar with the core curricula, levels and standards.
5.7.3support staff and bilingual workers are available where needed.

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