Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Further Education Colleges
How effective are teaching, training and learning?

In effective self-assessment, teaching, training and learning are evaluated by the extent to which learners...

2.15apply effort to succeed with their work, work productively and make effective use of their time.

Success in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision in the FE college context means learners...

2.15.1are set relevant and motivating tasks which are clearly related to their personal interests and aspirations.
2.15.2are always stretched and challenged to improve their performance.
2.15.3are fully engaged in group activities during classwork sessions.
2.15.4are supported, encouraged and praised.
2.15.5recognise and understand clear and consistent boundaries for behaviour which are firmly reinforced by all staff.

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