Facilitate learning and development for individuals — Ascentis Occupational Qualification Teaching & Education Revision

    This element equips trainers with the ability to plan, deliver, and review personalised one-to-one learning sessions. It emphasises adapting methods to ind

    Topic Synopsis

    This element equips trainers with the ability to plan, deliver, and review personalised one-to-one learning sessions. It emphasises adapting methods to individual needs, building rapport, and using effective communication to facilitate skill acquisition. Crucially, it also addresses how to support learners in applying new competences in practical settings and in developing reflective practice for ongoing professional growth.

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    Facilitate learning and development for individuals

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    This element equips trainers with the ability to plan, deliver, and review personalised one-to-one learning sessions. It emphasises adapting methods to individual needs, building rapport, and using effective communication to facilitate skill acquisition. Crucially, it also addresses how to support learners in applying new competences in practical settings and in developing reflective practice for ongoing professional growth.

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    Assessment criteria

    Ascentis Level 3 Award in Education and Training
    Ascentis Level 2 Certificate in Learning Support

    Topic Overview

    The Ascentis Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an introductory teaching qualification designed for those who are new to teaching or training, or who wish to enter the field. It covers the fundamental roles, responsibilities, and relationships in education, inclusive teaching and learning approaches, and assessment principles. This award is ideal for individuals working in further education, adult and community learning, or workplace training, providing a solid foundation for further professional development.

    The qualification is structured around three mandatory units: Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training; Understanding and Using Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches in Education and Training; and Understanding Assessment in Education and Training. Each unit equips learners with practical skills and theoretical knowledge to create effective, inclusive learning environments. The course emphasizes the importance of equality, diversity, and safeguarding, ensuring that educators can meet the needs of all learners.

    Mastering this award is crucial for anyone aiming to teach in the UK's post-16 education sector. It not only fulfills the initial teacher training requirements for many institutions but also lays the groundwork for higher-level qualifications like the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. By completing this award, students demonstrate their commitment to professional standards and their ability to deliver high-quality education.

    Key Concepts

    Core ideas you must understand for this topic

    • →Roles and responsibilities: Understand the legal and ethical duties of a teacher, including promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, and adhering to safeguarding policies.
    • →Inclusive teaching and learning: Use a variety of teaching methods (e.g., group work, visual aids, differentiated tasks) to cater to different learning styles and needs.
    • →Assessment for learning: Differentiate between formative (ongoing) and summative (final) assessment, and use feedback to support learner progress.
    • →The teaching and learning cycle: Follow the stages of identifying needs, planning, delivering, assessing, and evaluating to ensure effective education.
    • →Legislation and codes of practice: Know key documents like the Equality Act 2010, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the IFL (Institute for Learning) Code of Professional Practice.

    Learning Objectives

    What you need to know and understand

    • Understand principles and practices of one to one learning and development, Be able to facilitate one to one learning and development, Be able assist individual learners in applying new knowledge and skills in practical contexts, Be able to assist individual learners in reflecting on their learning and/or development
    • Understand principles and practices of one to one learning and development, Be able to facilitate one to one learning and development, Be able assist individual learners in applying new knowledge and skills in practical contexts, Be able to assist individual learners in reflecting on their learning and/or development

    Assessment Criteria

    Key criteria assessors look for in your portfolio

    • Award credit for demonstrating a clear initial assessment that identifies the learner's starting point, goals, and preferred learning styles.
    • Evidence must show the use of active listening and skilled questioning to check understanding and encourage deeper thinking.
    • Look for structured session plans that include specific adaptations for the individual, not a standard group lesson plan.
    • Candidates should produce records of feedback that are constructive, timely, and lead to agreed action points.
    • For the application of learning, assessors should expect concrete examples of how the candidate supported the learner to transfer skills into their real work or life context.
    • Reflective discussions must be documented, showing use of a recognised model (e.g., Gibbs or Kolb) and evidence of the learner’s own insights.
    • Award credit for evidence that demonstrates clear planning of a one-to-one session, including learning objectives tailored to the individual’s needs and preferences.
    • Look for recorded observations or witness testimonies showing the learner using appropriate questioning techniques to encourage the individual to problem-solve independently.
    • Credit should be given when the learner provides examples of how they supported the individual to apply a newly learned skill in a practical setting, with specific details of the context.
    • Evidence of assisting reflection, such as using a structured reflection tool or recording a discussion where the individual evaluates their own progress, should be rewarded.

    Assessment Guidance

    Guidance for achieving higher grades

    • 💡In your portfolio, map each piece of evidence explicitly to the relevant assessment criterion to demonstrate coverage.
    • 💡When planning a session, always mention how you will evaluate its effectiveness, not just what you will do.
    • 💡Include witness statements or observation records from a qualified colleague to verify your one-to-one facilitation skills.
    • 💡For the application outcome, capture evidence of the learner actually performing the new skill in their own setting, not just discussing it.
    • 💡Use a reflective cycle consistently in your own and the learner’s reflections; name the model and show how you moved through the stages.
    • 💡In your portfolio, always connect your practical evidence to the relevant learning theories or models—this shows depth of understanding and meets higher assessment criteria.
    • 💡For reflective practice, use specific examples and direct quotes from the individual you supported to demonstrate genuine engagement, not just generic statements.
    • 💡When answering questions about roles and responsibilities, always link your points to specific legislation (e.g., Equality Act 2010) and professional codes (e.g., IFL Code). This shows depth of understanding.
    • 💡For inclusive teaching questions, provide concrete examples of differentiation, such as using visual aids for visual learners or providing handouts for those with dyslexia. Avoid generic statements.
    • 💡In assessment questions, clearly distinguish between formative and summative assessment, and explain how each supports learning. Use real classroom scenarios to illustrate your points.

    Common Mistakes

    Common errors to avoid in your coursework

    • Treating one-to-one learning as a mini-lecture rather than an interactive, learner-centred dialogue.
    • Failing to establish clear boundaries, confidentiality agreements, and session ground rules at the outset.
    • Over-reliance on verbal explanations without incorporating visual, tactile, or practical activities suited to the individual.
    • Neglecting to set SMART goals with the learner, leading to vague or unmeasurable outcomes.
    • Assuming that reflection happens naturally, without providing structured tools or prompting critical analysis.
    • Confusing general support (e.g., pastoral care) with the specific facilitation of learning and skill development.
    • Confusing facilitating with instructing or directing, instead of encouraging the individual to take an active role in their learning.
    • Failing to document the learner’s starting point and progress, leading to lack of evidence of individualised facilitation.
    • Neglecting to link theoretical principles (e.g., Kolb’s learning cycle, Vygotsky’s ZPD) to actual practice when explaining methods.
    • Misconception: 'Teaching is just about delivering content.' Correction: Effective teaching involves planning, assessing, and adapting to learners' needs, not just presenting information.
    • Misconception: 'Inclusive teaching means treating all learners the same.' Correction: Inclusion requires differentiating instruction to meet individual needs, which may involve different approaches for different learners.
    • Misconception: 'Assessment is only about exams and grades.' Correction: Assessment includes ongoing formative methods like observations, questioning, and self-assessment to guide learning.

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    Before You Start

    Prior knowledge that will help with this topic

    • •There are no formal prerequisites for this award, but a good standard of English and maths is recommended. Some experience in a teaching or training environment can be helpful but is not required.

    Key Terminology

    Essential terms to know

    • Understand principles and practices of one to one learning and development, Be able to facilitate one to one learning and development, Be able assist individual learners in applying new knowledge and skills in practical contexts, Be able to assist individual learners in reflecting on their learning and/or development
    • Understand principles and practices of one to one learning and development, Be able to facilitate one to one learning and development, Be able assist individual learners in applying new knowledge and skills in practical contexts, Be able to assist individual learners in reflecting on their learning and/or development

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