Exploring the rules of engagement via exemplars enhancing….pptx

Working with exemplars A workshop for Education staff developed by Kay Sambell , Sue Robson, Lynne McKenna, Elise Alexander and Linda Graham as part of the ESCalate -funded project ‘ Exploring the Rules of Engagement via Exemplars: enhancing staff and student dialogue about assessment and learning practice. ’ 2 The diverse nature of Education students ?‘ My students are paraprofessionals with extensive hands-on experience, which is not always matched by their academic skills. They will often have been out of formal education for a considerable period of time, and university for them is often about developing their academic skills to a level that matches their practical experience. They are bining part-time university study with full-time employment. Some may have been sent by Local Authorities as part of the workforce development agenda. Others see the course as a developmental progression. ’(Module Leader, BA Hons Applied Parenting and Family Studies.) 3 ?‘ My e from a range of ‘ non- traditional ’ backgrounds, and are often the first in their family to attend university. Many are 18 year-ing straight from school or college. They have usually studied either A levels or NVQ programmes, and are used to high levels of teacher feedback, direction and support. ’(Module Leader, BA Hons Childhood Studies) 4 ?‘ My students are all mature students who are often career-changers e from backgrounds as diverse as architecture, Law and Psychology. They are all educated to degree level, but have followed very different types of study. ’(Module Tutor, Primary PGCE) 5 Issues addressed by the project ? Students increasingly need more support and guidance to make effective transitions to assignment writing in higher education. ? Contextual factors – Large class sizes – Physical environments (tiered lecture halls, inflexible furniture...) – Student expectations and preconceptions – Factors specific to your context? 6 What do you want your st