Doing Action Research in the Secure Estate
This guide is for anyone working in the secure estate (e.g., a prison or probation team) who is interested in action research.
This guide is for anyone working in the secure estate (e.g., a prison or probation team) who is interested in action research.
This project looked at how task-based learning (TBL) might effect an immersive, productive and motivating experience for learners and promote the most in-demand common work skills such as problem-solving, collaborating and analysing.
Goal setting for adult learners using an online learning tool.
Using participatory approaches in community based English coversation groups.
This project investigated the barriers preventing vocational trainers from embedding digital skills in their course delivery.
The aim of this project was to demonstrate to their learners that their English skills could not only be improved, but that they were transferable to vocational areas.
A case study of the development of employer partnerships with industry, industry immersion for business teaching staff, and effective preparation of learners for external assessments.
A case study exploring a project that aimed to reduce skills gaps within the hair and beauty industry by adopting innovative teaching, learning and assessment approaches.
A case study describing a project experimenting with digital techniques to enhance student practical skills in preparation for employment and work experience.
As part of the OTLA National Technical Skills Programme, Gateshead College undertook a feasibility study to see if they could create an incubation studio that could support a transitional stage for students progressing from college game development and digital courses into the creative digital sector, specifically focused on the Games/Virtual & Augmented reality industries.