Topic 2
2.1 Adapting to change - writing exercise
Question - What are some of the general qualities and skills that you think people need in today's rapidly growing workforce (e.g. an ability to use initiative and make decisions?)Possible answers include:
- an ability to adapt to change; flexibility and adaptability
- an ability to communicate effectively with others
- problem-solving skills
- an ability to transfer skills from one area or situation to another
- an ability to work as part of a team
- an ability to learn new knowledge and skills
- a commitment to quality.
2.2 Lifelong learning - writing exercise
Question - What are some of the strategies that you use to adapt to the shifting circumstances and demands in your workplace?Possible answers include:
- establishment of networks with other colleagues to share information
- use of supervision/staff appraisal process to identify and address your professional development needs.
Topic 3
3.1 What is work-based learning? - task
Question - What are some of the benefits of work-based learning?Possible answers include:
- allows for flexibility
- acknowledges the learner as active and responsible
- can accommodate selective and strategic learning
- learning is directly relevant to the work
- can promote a culture of learning
- can accommodate employees' learning styles and objectives
- allows for practice and consolidation of skills
- can promote the transfer of training (in formal courses)
- learning relates to 'real life' projects.