Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Prisons
How well do programmes and activities meet the needs and interests of learners?

In effective self-assessment, how far learners' needs and interests are met is evaluated by the extent to which...

3.3the curriculum or programmes of work are socially inclusive, ensuring equality of access and opportunities for learners.

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

3.3.1learners have the opportunity to study for national qualifications in literacy, numeracy and ESOL wherever they are located in the prison.
3.3.2learners of literacy, numeracy and ESOL are given the entitlement to learning that mirrors their experience and aspirations.
3.3.3the content of courses and programmes is carefully considered to reflect the diverse past experience of learners and their varied resettlement needs.
3.3.4learning activities incorporate materials that reflect the cultural and social diversity of the learners.

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