AONTAS Strategic Plan (2011-2013) Consultation Questionnaire
VALUE The work of AONTAS is predicated on the value of adult learning The AONTAS membership identified a number of key values of adult and community education to both the individual and society. Value to the individual
Value to society
Personal/self development/confidence
Skilled and creative workforce
Skills development
A healthy and happy society
Achieving one’s potential
Knowledge and care of environment
Health/family/employability
Community engagement, culture and spirit
Nurturing creativity and imagination
Equality and social cohesion
Civic participation
Wealth creation and combating poverty
Spiritual development
Democracy and participation
Mission of AONTAS The mission of AONTAS is to ensure that every adult in Ireland has access to appropriate and affordable learning opportunities throughout their lives, thus enabling them to contribute to and participate in the economic, social, civic and cultural development of Irish society. AONTAS – The National Adult Learning Organisation
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AONTAS Strategic Plan (2011-2013) Consultation Questionnaire Questions 1. Is the current AONTAS mission statement in keeping with the values of adult learning as outlined above? (Please circle appropriate number) 1
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Agree with the mission If not, why? (max 100 words)
In order to achieve the valuable outcomes of adult learning for the individual and for society a quality service is important. AONTAS members identified the following key elements which are required to create a quality adult and community education service.
Quality of teaching and learning through professional development Learner access to accreditation through the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Learner progression onto and through the NFQ Recognition of non-accredited and prior learning Increasing the body of knowledge through research, including monitoring and evaluation, to support the work of the service Effective adult education guidance service
2. Do you agree with the above key elements relating to the quality of adult learning? (Please circle appropriate number) 1
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What do you think is missing? (Max 100 words)
VOICE AONTAS – The National Adult Learning Organisation
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AONTAS Strategic Plan (2011-2013) Consultation Questionnaire The section on voice collates membership responses identifying the advocacy work of AONTAS and membership engagement under the objectives of lobbying, expertise and key message. The strapline AONTAS – The Voice of Adult Learning, has been suggested as an easy way of identifying the key role of AONTAS Questions: 1. Do you agree with the proposed strap-line? (Please circle appropriate number) 1
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If not, any suggestions? (max 5 words)
In relation to advocacy the following key strategies have been identified by membership:1. Lobby work Bringing the issues of both adult learners and providers to the attention of: Government Media Decision makers General public 2. Expertise Become the expert in the field of adult and community education to: Advocate Advise Inform Lobby by being proactive by influencing and responding to policy 3. Getting across the right message about adult and community education. 2. Are there other strategies that AONTAS should employ to increase the voice of adult & community education? (Max 100 words)
3. What one key message regarding adult learning do we want to send? (Max 100 words) AONTAS – The National Adult Learning Organisation
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AONTAS Strategic Plan (2011-2013) Consultation Questionnaire
VISIBILITY The section on visibility outlines the following objectives identified by membership which are required in order to promote the value of adult learning. 1. Develop the Adult Learners Festival as a key event in the adult education calendar 2. Strengthen the media strategy through communicative tools (websites, publications and ecommunication) 3. Represent the voice, and promote the value, of adult and community education through representation at local, national and international levels. 4. Support members to develop their voice through meetings, networks and membership events 5. Develop strong and transparent governance for the organisation 6. Initiate, carry out and disseminate research with a view to improving the quality of the service Questions 1. Do you agree with the above objectives relating to the visibility of adult learning? 1
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Is there anything missing? (max 100 words)
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Any other comments relating to the strategic plan (max 250 words)
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AONTAS Strategic Plan (2011-2013) Consultation Questionnaire
Your Feedback AONTAS invites you to comment on this Strategic Plan Consultation Document. The contribution of AONTAS members is needed to ensure that the next three years of work undertaken by AONTAS engages with, and is informed by, our members. Your feedback is welcomed in the following ways: By e-mail
Complete this form by 23rd July and email it as an attachment to: noreilly@aontas.com
Online
Complete the survey monkey questionnaire online via www.aontas.com Complete this form online via www.aontas.com by 23rd July
By post
Complete the feedback form by 23rd July and send it to: AONTAS Strategic Plan 2nd Floor 83-87 Main Street Ranelagh Dublin 6
If you have any questions or comments on this document please don’t hesitate to contact: Niamh O’Reilly or Berni Brady on 01 4068220 Many thanks for taking the time to participate in shaping the organisation.
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