Many of us have been in isolation from COVID-19 for a while now; particularly following the closure of schools last week. For those of us that are fortunate to still be working, but remotely, this provides a challenge in itself. Keeping focused whilst being surrounded by all of the distractions of our home life (including […]
Assessors, like everyone else, can get a little stressed sometimes. More than that, the repetition and pressure in the role can lead to a lack of motivation and disinterest in the role. Common stressors for NVQ Assessors include: Lack of rapport with learners Pressure to meet targets Long hours Working across multiple sites Missing your […]
Whilst education is something that we’re a big fan of here at Brooks and Kirk, we do understand how stressful it can be. No matter what age you are, what you’re studying, or even where you’re studying, the stress of it can catch up with all of us. So, we thought we’d let you in on our […]
As an assessor, you need to be open and receptive to feedback. Why? Because it’s a big part of the job! Throughout the assessment process, you’ll hear feedback from colleagues, students, and Internal Quality Assurers. And for you to succeed in your role, it’s vital you’re able to take that feedback on board. Feedback from […]
Katie Gray Adult Education, E-Learning, NVQ Qualifications 0
Many people hold the misconception that learning is for the young. Some people think the idea of ‘adult education’ only applies to people who didn’t get their qualifications the first time around. This is a load of rubbish. Adults engage in learning all the time and for a range of reasons. Some adults educate themselves […]
Katie Gray Apprenticeships, E-Learning, NVQ Qualifications 0
You’re a small business who’s invested in taking on an apprentice – only to find that ESFA regulations give them one day off a week for off-the-job training! The financial impact this 20% off-the-job (OTJ) training rule has on small businesses is one of the reasons why it’s such a hotly debated topic in the […]
Katie Gray Adult Education, E-Learning 0
Ooh, we get excited when we talk about education! Especially when we’re talking about adult education. The older you are, the more focused, determined and excited you tend to be about shaping your own path and taking control of your career. And looking at the future of adult education, it’s only getting more exciting – […]
When it comes to childhood education, there are a lot of boxes to tick. Curriculum, wellbeing, benchmarks, exams… But is this tightly woven and strictly regulated structure of learning doing the most important job of all? Is it preparing students for the world of work? Getting Ready for Work – The Situation in 2016 A […]
Katie Gray Adult Education, E-Learning 0
Lifelong education… what do we mean by that? Well, just what it says! Education that continues throughout your life. As opposed to mandatory education like at school, lifelong learning is self-motivated and continuous. It’s for those who are always upskilling and looking to develop professionally. It’s for the ambitious go-getters who love a challenge. As […]
Katie Gray Adult Education, E-Learning, NVQ Qualifications 0
Higher Education vs. Further Education… What’s the difference? And which one (if either!) is for me? When it comes to what we do after school, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Some of those with an entrepreneurial spirit will dive straight into the workforce and climb their way up the ladder or somehow manage to fund and […]
