Supporting your staff into the online space

By: Lindsay Plumpton

Communications Leader

Friday 05 December 2014

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Earlier this year, the Further Education Learning Technology Action Group (FELTAG), made a number of ambitious recommendations to then Skills Minister Matthew Hancock and the sector more broadly regarding the effective use of digital technology in learning, teaching and assessment in Further Education and Skills.

At NCFE, we support new technology within education and believe that digital methods can provide a more flexible, learner-centric approach to education, helping us to fit learning to individual needs. What’s more, it can support and empower staff to further strengthen their teaching.

However, obviously with change comes challenge. For example, the report calls for entire workforces to be brought up to speed on the impact of learning technology. This would involve significant investment in the knowledge, skills and understanding of teaching staff, management, principals, governors and support staff. This learning would then have to be refreshed regularly as part of their continuous professional development. Are your staff prepared for the online shift? Do they have the skills to move effectively into this digital space and how are they being supported?

It’s with this in mind that NCFE has developed the unique Level 4 Award for Technology Enabled Educators (601/4775/1). This certificate is designed to support the continuing professional development of school and college educators, training providers, and commercial trainers to use technology in ways which inspire their learners and to enable them to embed technology effectively into the learning process.

Share with us your thoughts on moving into the digital space – what are your comments and key challenges?

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Lindsay Plumpton

Communications Leader
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David Grailey

Chief Executive
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Andrew Gladstone-Heighton

Policy Leader
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Esme Winch

Managing Director
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Michael Lemin

Policy and Research Manager
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