Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Prisons
How effective are teaching, training and learning?

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

2.5use methods and styles of teaching and training that are consistent with the aims of their programmes and learners’ personal objectives.

Success in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision in the prisons context means teachers...

2.5.1match teaching methods to individual learning needs.
2.5.2enable learners to experience a wide range of teaching and learning styles.
2.5.3use well-designed materials that are mapped to national standards and curricula, and that are relevant to the interests, experiences and levels of ability of the learners.
2.5.4provide appropriate support for learners undertaking vocational training, linked to resettlement needs.

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