Education Conferences
Developing A School Wide Approach To Independent Learning
Conference – Cranleigh School – Tuesday 19th November 2024
How best to develop the capacity of students for independent learning is a challenge faced by many schools. Whilst the aspiration of equipping students to think for themselves is widely shared, turning this vision into reality in the face of ongoing pressure to reduce real education to a routine of spoon-feeding and teaching to the test is a genuine challenge.
Dr John Taylor, who will lead this conference, has been at the forefront of the development of independent learning in schools, with extensive experience as a teacher trainer both in the uk and internationally. John co-directed the development of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) prototype ‘Perspective on Science’ course. He was involved in the development and implementation of the EPQ from its inception and has many years experience in supporting schools and colleges looking to promote student independence and embrace project work. He wrote a guidebook for teachers looking to develop ‘independent learning’ as part of the Bloomsbury ‘Teach Yourself: Train Others’ CPD Library.
AIMS
This day conference will be of interest to all those who are concerned to develop independent learning on a school-wide basis. Questions that will be explored include:
- What are the starting points for developing independent learning?
- What techniques are successful at developing research skills?
- How can we develop the capacity of students to think for themselves?
- How can project work be embedded alongside GCSE and A levels, through EPQ, HPQ, FPQ and other programmes?
- How can we best utilise IT resources to support project work
PROGRAMME
09:45 Registration, including Tea and Coffee
10:15 Welcome, overview of the course and aims of the day
10:30 A philosophical approach to independent learning
- Foundations of independent learning
- Starting points for independence
- Introducing research skills
- Teaching skills in reason and argument
- Managing classroom conversation
11:30 Coffee
11:40 The power of project work
- Teaching for independence
- Project work alongside GCSE and A Levels: staffing and timetabling
- Tips and pitfalls for project mentors
- Using ICT to support independent learning
13:00 Lunch
14:00 Independent Learning across the whole curriculum
- Shaping a vision for independent learning
- School-wide development planning
- Staff professional development
- Independent learning audit
- Challenges and opportunities
15:00 Plenary Discussion
15:15 Close
BOOKING INFORMATION
Ticket prices are £300.00 plus VAT @ 20% = £360.00 per person. Tickets can be purchased using one of the following methods:
On-line via this link – https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/booking/select/RdiEJKhzXNnT
Alternatively if you would like to book and pay via invoice please complete the booking form https://www.cranleigh.org/whats-on/upcoming-events/developing-a-school-wide-approach-to-independent-learning-conference/ and send it to conferences@cranleigh.org.
Please note that this course is managed entirely by Cranleigh School; it is not an awarding body training event and no awarding body is responsible for its content.
For further details please contact our Commercial Manager, Mrs Michelle Chilcott, on 01483 542081 or via email: conferences@cranleigh.org.
Cranleigh School are pleased to offer other training opportunities and have listed below some that are available.
First Aid at Work
Course Duration: The course is delivered over a three day period
HSE compliance standards vary depending on the level of risk. For hazardous workplaces, the 3 Day First Aid at Work is required. The aim of this course is to train candidates to manage an accident scene in the workplace, effectively communicate and delegate until the Emergency services arrive. The course will teach the skills needed to deal with a casualty who is unconscious, not breathing, injured (as a result of an accident at work) and/or suffering from a medical condition. The course also includes what to do after an accident or incident at work, reporting procedures, disposal of clinical waste and ensuring that your first aid kit complies with the standards set by the HSE.
- Understanding the role of a First Aider
- The need for reporting accidents
- Caring for an unconscious casualty
- Performing CPR
- Blood loss and shock
- Burns and scalds
- Disorders of the airway
- Poisoning
- Bone injuries
- Major medical conditions (including the administration of aspirin and epinephrine)
- Theory & Practical Elements Included.
Emergency First Aid at Work
Course Duration: 6 Hour Course usually delivered over one day
This is the UK’s most popular first aid course and suitable for most low-risk workplaces. Emergency First Aid at Work provides delegates with an extensive first aid skillset so that they can identify incidents and manage them appropriately, whether the patient is conscious or unconscious. The course is designed to be beneficial to all employees, fulfilling recommendations underlined by the HSE and ensuring that all workplaces have a designated first aider to protect against accidents.
| First Aid Priorities | Managing Incidents | Basic Life Support |
| Examination of a Casualty | Unconsciousness | Control of Bleeding |
| Burns and Scalds | Regulations | First Aid Kits |
| Recording and Reporting | Theory & Practical Elements Included |
MANUAL HANDLING
Course Duration: Half day – 3 hours
Incorrect manual handling is one of the most common causes of injury at work, accounting for over a third of all workplace injuries.
Manual handling training is about teaching your employees how to move heavy items safely and is a legal requirement in any situation where your staff are required to do any lifting, lowering, pulling or pushing that carries any level risk. Our three-hour certificated course provides sufficient understanding and knowledge of Manual Handling in the work place, the risks involved and the control measures available covering
| Relevant Legislation | Causes of Injuries | Assessing the risks | Principals of safe lifting |