Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Voluntary and Community Sector
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 voluntary and community sector context means...

3.3.1programmes are adapted to the individual needs and interests of all learners.
3.3.2learners receive the practical support they need to access their learning programmes, for example the provision of childcare.
3.3.3the additional support needs of learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities are identified and met.
3.3.4all learning materials promote equality and diversity.
3.3.5teachers and learner supporters use spoken and written language that is appropriate to the understanding of the learner.

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