Daines et al states that we must consider our:
‘Own attitudes towards and knowledge about the variety of people we teach. The way we speak and behave will say something about you, your perceptions and expectations of your students… As a tutor, you have a professional duty to behave in non—biased ways that are acceptable to all. This means recognising that every adult is of equal worth irrespective of ethnicity, gender, ability background or disposition, and working with each person to the best of your ability in order to further his/her achievements’ (2006:43).
My role is divided as a trainer and advisor and demands some changes in my behaviour when dealing with my learners. Even though, I still practice a professional mannerism with both roles. In the classroom I am governed by curriculum and try to follow the session plan as fully as possible whereas, when I am working with the same learner in my advisor role it is more laid back and open discussion where there are no set curriculum to cover. As a teacher I undoubtedly have a great deal of responsibility for the learning of my learners, they often look upon me as a role model and sometimes feel insecure and lack confidence that they are not capable to achieve. I conduct myself with respect for others and promote this behaviour to my learners. In addition, I present myself dressed in an appropriate manner and use appropriate language to promote professionalism depending on the learners and level of teaching, there are occasions where I may be asked to teach at other venues and establishment where a particular dress code is required. My focus is to build my learners self esteem and confidence as this to me is the main element that supports learners to achieve to their full poten...
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...roughout the session. “Good teachers are not born, nor are they made by tutors. They make themselves. Whats more, anyone can teach well. Research shows that there is no personality type that makes a good teacher. Whether you are a shy introvert or an enthusiastic extrovert, you can teach effectively, but only if you know how to learn from your mistakes and your successes”. (Petty 2009 pg.516 2009)
Wallace, S. (2007), Achieving QTLS, ‘Teaching, Tutoring and Training in the Lifelong Learning Sector’, (3rd Edition), Exeter: Learning Matters Ltd.
According to the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) continuing professional development is defined as “the way professionals continue to learn and develop throughout their careers so they keep their skills and knowledge up to date and are able to work safely, legally and effectively.” (HCPC, 2012). Continuing professional development (CPD) is an important factor of health care professionals work and practice as it ensures that they are up to date with relevant policies and procedures, that their quality of work is of a high degree and also to benefit the service users.
It is the tutor’s role within the Life Long Learning sector to support, inspire and guide the learner during their journey - from the beginning through a robust assessment, through the middle while they learn and use the topic, to the end when they are ready to move on to the next stage of their learning – whether this be into a employment, or into further education/training.
This assessment was extremely eye opening and reflective. I had scores high and low in places where they were either expected or unpredictable. First off, I am going to talk about my highest scores that I acquired. Adopting Lifelong Learning was a 67 and Discovering Self-Motivation was a 78. I was not surprised about Adopting Lifelong Learning at all. I grew up quite quickly while jumping from home to home. I had to teach myself a substantial amount of information on my own while I grew up and this knowledge has stuck with me. I think one way to improve this topic would to be to try to learn among with other than trying to do it by myself. I feel like I learn better on my own, but I could benefit from learning more from other people or things,
By respecting their individuality and uniqueness, I will be able to maintain good relationships with the students and be able to understand their individual strengths and weaknesses. Subsequently, I will be responsible for my actions and techniques used while teaching and at the same time hold each student responsible for their actions and statements. In encouraging a respectful environment for each student, learners will be held responsible for actions that seem to violate the accepted norms and learning culture within the
When reading Gorski’s article I liked when he said “But even more daunting, scary, and exhausting is the realization that no matter how liberal and open and accepting I fancy myself to be, I, like everyone else, have prejudices, biases, and assumptions, and these prejudices, biases, and assumptions inform my teaching and my interactions with students as well as the ways in which my students and colleagues experience me” (Gorski, 2001, p. 1). I feel that this is something that is true for me and many others. I would love to think that I am accepting of everyone and open but I know that I do have my own biases and assumptions that I wish I didn’t have. My hope is that I will do my best each day to not let those biases or assumptions get in the way of my teaching and help each of my students to succeed.
Williamson, B. "Learning in Extremis." In Lifelong Learning inside and outside Schools. Collected Papers, vol. 2, edited by P. Alheit et al., pp. 676-697. Roskilde, Denmark: Roskilde University, 2000.
In accordance to DeWalt et al (2004), the ability to acquire knowledge is of utmost importance as successful learning, subsequently prompts prosperity and wellbeing. Furthermore, an individuals’ capacity to acquire knowledge, in turn facilitates lifelong learning (Perkins, 2009). Lifelong learning begins in early life, and the home, educational and societal environments play an integral role in the development of a child’s language and literacy skills (Lingard, Nixon & Ranson, 2008). Furthermore, Thompson (2003) proclaims that a profound awareness of a child’s “virtual school bag” is imperative for efficacious literacy instruction as it encompasses “various cultural and linguistic resources” (The English Teacher Guru, 2012). Within all aspects of the curriculum, literacy is inherently associate with
In the current health care system change has become constant so it has been recognised that lifelong learning is even more imperative for nurses to ensure that they can develop their skills to keep pace with these changes and improve their performance. One of the nursing registration requirements that are outlined in the current Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Conduct (NMC, 2015, p.17) is to “keep your knowledge and skills up to date, taking part in appropriate and regular learning and professional development activities that aim to maintain and develop your competence and improve your performance.” Nurses are required to involve themselves in lifelong learning activities to ensure that they can practice effectively and maintain their
Education is a very important aspect of our lives. It is our education that makes us who we are and determines what we become. Therefore, education is not something to be taken lightly. As a teacher, my goal will be to provide the best possible education for my students. Every student is unique. I must see students for who they are individually and respect their ideas and opinions. Each student has a different learning style. I must take this into consideration because I want to provide a constructive learning opportunity for every student. I believe that every student has the potential to learn.
What is the purpose of Lifelong Learning? Lifelong learning is the concept that learning and opportunities can go beyond that of compulsory education, as well as traditional routes, both academic and vocational. With ever expanding economic growth and globalization, the need for new skills is more prominent and lifelong learning and adult education is seen to have become a governmental response to socio-economic inequality, the financial crisis as well as the growing competition within industry both nationally and internationally. The notion of lifelong learning also presents itself as a “trinity.
People with disabilities face many obstacles throughout their life. There are many things that can be done to ensure that a person with disabilities reaches their full potential. People with disabilities face many issues pertaining to lifelong learning such as; the beginning diagnosis, early intervention, assessments, educational progress and transitional programs.
Witsel (2003) from the Southern Cross University advanced that teaching at tertiary or any level was rather uncomfortable even when the socioeconomic and cultural background of students are compatible with that of their teachers. Consequently, teachers have the added responsibility of motivating, assessing, negotiating, admonishing as well as teaching. The expert contends that these tasks force teachers to go beyond the call of duty by placing themselves in active relationships with students and the professional responsibilities they execute on a daily basis. Therefore, it becomes complicated when students appear in a classroom with various linguistic backgrounds, learning styles and expectations based on their socioeconomic and cultural development (Witsel, 2003).
Learning is a process that involves effort and hard work, but it definitely pays off in the long run. Once a foundation is set on how to become a better student, the student with the foundation is set up for success. A student should be taught methods on how to become better at concepts related to success attained at the college level because it helps the student out so much once he or she knows how to effectively study. While studying might seem tedious and overwhelming at time, it can be proven to be instrumental if a person knows how to effectively do it and get the most out of it. I strongly believe that learning never ends, and a person can continue to learn new things as long as he or she lives. I consider myself to be a lifelong learner,