Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
National Probation Service
How effective are teaching, training and learning?

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

2.6 ensure that learners use learning resources that are appropriate for effective independent study.

Success in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision in the context of offenders on community supervision means teachers...

2.6.1 give learners access to a good range of high-quality, up-to-date materials that reflects their needs and interests.
2.6.2 encourage learners to continue their learning in literacy, numeracy and ESOL outside the formal teaching sessions.
2.6.3 offer access to individual support, where appropriate.
2.6.4 where feasible, store and display resources in a place where learners have access to them outside formal teaching sessions, in accordance with NPS requirements.
2.6.5 encourage, where feasible, regular use of library and ICT resources.
2.6.6 use learning materials, resources and teaching styles that meet the individual needs of learners on community supervision.
2.6.7 use materials that support the needs of learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
2.6.8 adopt learning materials that promote positive images of diversity.
2.6.9 use ICT and other interactive learning resources effectively.
2.6.10 hold teaching sessions at appropriate times and places for learners.

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