Training Matters
STAFF TRAINING IS NOT ONE SIZE FITS ALL! ‘All of us do not have equal talent, but all of us should have an equal opportunity to develop our talent.’ John F. Kennedy. Individual difference takes many different forms, and is not always instantly recognisable. In a workplace training environment, individual differences can impact the effectiveness and outcomes of the training being provided, not always initially identifiable. The types of individual differences that may be present can include: • • • • •
Physical Socio-economic Cultural Gender Literacy and numeracy
People have their own perceptions and opinions about difference. These ideas and opinions are formed as a result of each individual person’s background and life experiences. As a trainer and assessor, it is important to remain unbiased and professional, by promoting learning opportunities for all students. We refer to this practice as inclusive learning.
Inclusive learning: • Values and respects difference • Promotes learning • Supports and advises colleagues, learners and clients to encourage new and ongoing participation in learning opportunities • Explores the benefits of learning with colleagues and clients • Recognises and rewards learning and competency achievement in the work and/or learning environment • Provides opportunities to develop your own and others generic skills • Offers multiple pathways to achieve your own and others current and future learning goals The underpinning principles of inclusive learning are: • • • • • • • • •
TERRI CARR Ballinger Training & Consultancy
Providing equal opportunity for participation Fostering and advocating independence Ensuring co-operative approaches to learning Using learner-centered approaches to training Supporting, encouraging and valuing individual contributions Motivating learners Creating opportunities for participation and success Modifying procedures, activities and assessment Acknowledging current strengths and skills as a basis for further learning
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Terri Carr started her business, Ballinger Training and Consultancy, in July 2005. This year, she will celebrate 10 years of owning and running the Registered Training Organisation. Terri spent 15 years previous to starting her business as a Primary School Teacher, in Victoria and Qld. Ballinger Training specialises in business, management, and training and assessment courses, all developed in house, and delivered as both face to face, and as online, self-paced programs.
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Quality online and face to face programs in management, business, work health and safety and training and assessment. RPL offered on all courses. P: 07 5445 1397 terri@ballinger.edu.au www.ballinger.edu.au
RTO Provider Number: 31252
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