Kesp And Know I Tpresentation 28th Of April 2008

Centre for Research and Innovation in Learning and Teaching

Learning from KESP and Know IT

Leo Casey

Director, Centre for Research and Innovation in Learning and Teaching, National College of

Ireland


Know IT and KESP

Blended learning for basic computer skills (Know IT)for Knowledge Economy skills (KESP)

National College of Ireland in strategic partnership with FÁS


Individual

Instructional

Organisational

Connecting Perspectives


Individual Instructional Organisational

Know IT BenThe economic modelSelf-efficacyBeing a part of something not outside or missing out.Is now a good time?Safe space to practice

ComponentsPREP sessionTutorialCD ROMJournal

DesignSelf-directedTask-basedSimulations

AssessmentBased on achievementFlexible/multiple opportunities

Background/InfrastructuralNational Workplace StrategyNational Skills StrategyLifelong learning National Framework for Qualifications

Marketing StrategiesCompanyShopping CentresAdvertisements/national awareness campaigns

KESP CarmelDevelop entry-level management skillsConnecting with experienceReflective thinkingManagement literacy Transformative outcomes

ComponentsTutorialsOn-Line contentAssignments

DesignBlended learning Collaborative assignmentsProblem-based learning

TutorsSuper-tutors

Host OrganisationsLLL policies and supportPresentation of certificatesLocal recognition

FundingNo course fees for low skillsSubsidised feesFlexible structures to reflect individual circumstances


National Workplace Strategy

The key message of the National Workplace Strategy is that the quality of Irish workplaces - and the levels of innovation and change in them - are critical to Ireland’s ongoing transition to a more dynamic, highly skilled and knowledge-based economy

There are five strategic priorities identified:• Commitment to Workplace Innovation• Capacity for Change• Developing Future Skills• Access to Opportunities• Quality of Working Life


Motivation:A National Perspective

Skills supply is dictated in part by the individual returns to investing in those skills and by the general level of awareness of those potential returns.

Economic theory, however, is predicated on the assumption that individuals will always make rational decisions.

In reality, an individual’s decision to undertake investment in education or training is often influenced by non-economic considerations including personal and family circumstances, gender and class background.

P 31, The Expert Group on Future Skills (2007)

5th Report Tomorrow’s Skills Towards a National Skills Strategy

(emphasis added)


Making Computers Part of your Life


Programme StructureKnow IT

Computer Basics

Using email

Using the Web

Using Word


Know IT Main Menu


Learning Content

Interactive screens


Delivery PREP Session

PresentBenefits of Know ITWhat’s involved

RegisterStudents fill out registration formsGive out packs

EngageDemonstrate software navigationEmphasise mouse and keyboard tutorial

PlanTutorial session in 2 to 6 weeksMap courseOutline assessment


Know IT Learning (~30 hours)

Self-report survey

PREP session

Tutor support

Tutorial session

Assessment & completion support


Know IT Assessment

FETAC BF0133

Computer Literacy Foundation

Level 3

1 Credit


Know IT AssessmentPortfolio of 3 Individual Assignments

Word Processor• Enter new text (50-60 words)• Print out

E Mail• Carry out two operations

• e.g. read, compose and reply

Internet• Carry out two operations

• e.g. go to www.place.ie , find information


Motivation:An Individual Perspective


Ben

•Ben is 48 years old and lives with his two brothers

•Ben is a docklands worker he’s been driving containers in and around the port for most of his adult life.

•One day Ben sees an advertisement in the newspaper inviting people to a free, government backed, course on basic computer skills.

•Ben calls the number and, by arrangement, he visits the local college the next day and signs-up for the course.

•Why did Ben make the call?


Ben..

and it’s just that I work around computers that I never went near them, the last what seven years in the last job I was in what I didn’t learn from that from them, what I could have learned, and I’m just ignorant passing by them every day knowing that ‘here could you print me this’ or ‘do this on it’ and all that but I was never there, ‘here I’ll do it meself’ whatever so I never went out and did it, and then looking back at me new job now I’m just away from the office now and all that and I’m away from computers and I’m missing out somewhere along the line…



problem



Missed opportunity



Past self, recalled



Past possible self, recalled



Regret and exclusion


Learning from Know IT1170 registered students with demand for more

Mix of marketing strategies works bestCompany directHigh streetMedia awareness

Many opportunities for partnership and other channels

Success of PREP Session

Tutor as facilitator rather than expertOpportunity for peer mentor approachFlexible tutorials and responsive tutors

Qualification valued but not all interested achieving it Most learners are strategic

Student motivationI just need the skills…I want to be part of it…I went with the group…I’ll do it myself…












TutorsSuper-tutors




Introducing KESP

Knowledge Economy Skills Passport


Aims & Objectives

General knowledge and concepts of the knowledge economy and business environments

The ability to use a range of technical and business skills, tools and know-how

The ability to gather, assemble and display data in structured business scenarios

The ability to communicate, collaborate and present effectively using information and communication technologies

Some theoretical concepts and abstract thinking


KESP Content

What is the

Knowledge Economy Information and Knowledge in the Knowledge Economy

Innovation in the

Knowledge Economy Business Fundamentals of

the Knowledge Economy Intrapreneurship/Entrepreneurship in the Knowledge Economy Enterprise

5 Modules


5 CompetencesSolution Oriented Thinking

Gather information

Communicate

Present

Collaborate


Solution Oriented Thinking

Gather information

Communicate

Present

Collaborate

5 Competences


New Skills for New Work

An Inquiry Cycle


3 Learning ModesTutorials

20 hours

On-line modules60 hours built-in assessment (50% of marks)

Assignmentsset by tutors 50% of the marksmust demonstrate use of the 5 competences

• For example create a SWOT analysis of your business; work with two other colleagues. In presenting your outcome show how you searched for information, communicated and collaborated to produce the document.

Centre for Research and Innovation in Learning and TeachingYou will learn how to:

• Identify, select and apply a range of appropriate technology and business practices to improve the management, administration and communication methods in your organisation

• Use tools such as blogs, wikis and hosted applications to collaborate and share information with colleagues

• Carry out research that will aid your organisation for example in gathering data on new and existing markets and competition

• Assist your organisation in fostering and implementing an entrepreneurial and innovative culture

• Improve your capacity to manage projects

• Develop you leadership skills

• Foster knowledge economy strategies in your workplace


You will get:

HETAC

Level 6

Special Award (10 credits)

Centre for Research and Innovation in Learning and TeachingKESP Learner

Age 32

Production operator for 12 years

Now section supervisor

Intermediate/Junior Certificate

Computer competent

Has 33 more years at work (to retire at 65)

Pat Nolan

Think what has changed in the 33 years since 1975!


Reflective assignment

Maybe, I now have an appreciation, which I didn’t have before; of how the world of business has changed and will continue to change and that we need to change with it.

Maybe, I think differently about my job and the role I play within the organisation. I don’t have any formal qualifications but I’ve got nearly thirty years of experience. Maybe, that has a value.

Maybe, I’ve got more to give. I need to open my mind to the world around me and the opportunities it offers. Maybe, I need to change my attitude.

Maybe, I need to be more open to new experiences and ways of doing things. Maybe, I am!


Learning from KESP375 registered students with demand for more (>60%

completions)

Crucial role of host company

Recognise changes in the role of the tutor

Recognise demands on students and manage expectations through taster sessions

Implement progression paths












TutorsSuper-tutors




Conclusions

To achieve our national skills objectives we need to look at individual, instructional and organisation perspectives

Adults learn what they want to learn and what they think is useful

Adults use their own experience to connect with learning


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Kesp And Know I Tpresentation 28th Of April 2008

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