embedding equality & diversity, ecm and tutorials

Embedding E&D, ECM and Planning for Tutorials : 

Embedding E&D, ECM and Planning for Tutorials New Teacher Induction Session 5

Outcomes for Session : 

Outcomes for Session All of us will be able to: Practice developing our awareness of E&D & ECM. Appreciate relevant legal, inspection and college context for equality and diversity. Explore where these can be effectively embedded into our lessons and tutorials. Some of us will also be able to: Begin evaluating where E&D and ECM can be evidenced within our teaching and/or curriculum teams.

Challenging Perceptions : 

Challenging Perceptions

Equality Legislation : 

Equality Legislation What 7 aspects of our identity are currently protected from discrimination? Race Disability Gender Gender Identity Age Sexual Orientation Religion & Belief

Equality Legislation : 

Equality Legislation New Equality Act 2010 (from 1st October) will call these aspects ‘protected characteristics’ and identifies a further 2 areas. What do you think these might be? Marriage / civil partnerships Pregnancy / maternity Plus, Public Sector Equality Duty (April 2011).

Ofsted Inspection of Equality : 

Ofsted Inspection of Equality When Ofsted refers to equality and diversity, it includes these seven equality strands used by the Equality & Human Rights Commission. AND, it also includes social aspects such as poverty and deprivation. Aspiration & Ambition – No one is left behind So that makes 10!

Quiz Time : 

Quiz Time In Small Groups

Cases going through the Disability Rights Commission. : 

Cases going through the Disability Rights Commission. 2 court cases; Issue of Risk Assessment. Three “section five’s” against FE providers. Over 300 cases settled through conciliation, many in favour of the learner, generally involving: Formal letter of apology from a senior manager. Action plan detailing what action will be taken to prevent a reoccurrence to another learner. Compensation payments.

Further Case Examples : 

Further Case Examples Process for encouraging disclosure, respecting confidentiality. Communication mechanisms to pass information onto others. Learners deterred from courses, despite meeting entry criteria. Attitudes / inflexibility / insensitivity of staff. Inaccessibility of buildings.

Slide 10: 

The underpinning principle of the Disability Equality Duty is the social model of disability… We must actively PROMOTE the first three characteristics – Race, Disability & Gender. And all 10 by April 2011.

Ofsted Inspection of Equality : 

Ofsted Inspection of Equality Imagine Ofsted are coming in next week. Consider: How effective has our induction been? What will our learners remember about E&D in 6 weeks time? How effectively does Oaklands actively promote equality and diversity, tackle discrimination and narrow the achievement gap?

Putting Today in Context! : 

Putting Today in Context! The challenges for Oaklands – to embed E&D across the organisation so that this is central and fundamental to all we do. Embedding E&D within curriculum planning and teaching and learning is an integral part of this challenge.

A Curriculum for Diversity? : 

A Curriculum for Diversity? At the macro level this has implications for: Induction, Tutorial modules, Supporting staff to become confident to tackle inappropriate language and behaviours, Organisational vision and values in relation to E&D and how these are built into the college charter and equal opportunities policy, and communicated to all, and Embedding E&D with self assessment and quality improvement activities such as lesson observation, learner feedback and data analysis.

Embedding E&D within Observations : 

Embedding E&D within Observations What do you consider are the characteristics of good equality and diversity practice that observers should look for during YOUR classes? Consider M.A.S.T.E.R?

Embedding E&D – Chair Model : 

Embedding E&D – Chair Model Celebratory Holistic and preparatory Anti-discriminatory Inclusive and personalised Responsive Are there ‘missed opportunities’ for embedding equality and diversity in YOUR curriculum?

Embedding E&D within curriculum planning. : 

Embedding E&D within curriculum planning. Sometimes embedding E&D during curriculum planning is simply having a ‘mindset’ of E&D when planning.

A Curriculum for Diversity : 

A Curriculum for Diversity Our identity is made up of a wide range of factors – some are visible, others less obvious. The challenge for Oaklands is to discover how the 7/8ths beneath the surface affect learning… We also have a challenge not to stereotype learners according to the culture or community to which they belong.

Challenging Perceptions : 

Challenging Perceptions

Lesson Planning and SOW : 

Lesson Planning and SOW In pairs, share the lesson plan that you have provided in the resource packs. In turns, as teachers, highlight the following: Where can you identify where this tutor is already catering for their learner’s differences. Where is this tutor already highlighting E&D issues? Where could you use this evidence elsewhere?

And now : 

And now Still in pairs, highlight the following potential “Poor Practice”: Where could this tutor cater more for their learner’s differences. Where could this tutor embed or bring in further examples of E&D issues into this subject. Could your team do something similar?

ECM - the key features? : 

ECM - the key features? ECM relates to a set of outcomes that learners themselves believe are most important to them: Being healthy. Staying safe. Enjoying and achieving. Making a positive contribution. Achieving economic well-being.

When do we implement ECM? : 

When do we implement ECM? All the time. Often without realising. Using the list of priorities from the previous slide, in pairs list as many examples of your own ECM implementation…

What does it all boil down to? : 

What does it all boil down to? Caring for your learners’ needs. Empowering your learners. Preparing your learners for their future.

Considering Tutorials : 

Considering Tutorials In pairs, list as many answers as you can in 90 seconds: Why do learners need tutorials? What skills do learners need to develop? Have you seen the tutorial checklist and calendars? http://learn.oaklands.ac.uk/mod/resource/view.php?id=53488

Task : 

Task Using your learners as a guide, spend a few minutes planning an activity for tutorial that covers ONE of the following skills: Embedding E&D. UCAS applications. Writing my C.V. Dealing with bullying in the college, or Attitudes towards racism.

Review : 

Review What have you learned today that has helped you reflect on your current practices? What will you change tomorrow? What issues or concerns do you still have, and what are you going to do next?