Learner engagement starts with the lecturer.

It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge. (Albert Einstein)

I had a terrible education. I attended a school for emotionally disturbed teachers. (Woody Allen)

Aptitude Experience Development Supported by the whole institution

Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting the kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is the most important. (Bill Gates)

Engage the learner Support the learner Provide feedback

Engage and Support Learners in the Learning and Development Process (SVQ Learning and Development at SCQF)

Establish and maintain a positive relationship. Provide the learner with information and advice. Enable the learner to engage with their own learning. Assist the learner to access skills, knowledge and experience.

Lecturer as Facilitator

…intelligently directed discovery of the meanings inherent in ordinary experience. (John Dewey, 1938)

The role of the teacher in the classroom has shifted from the primary role of information giver to that of facilitator, guide, and learner. (Jones, Valdez, Nowakowski, & Rasmussen, 1994)

Quality starts with the lecturer. Managed by the whole institution. Requires effective evaluation of learning and teaching. Quality assurance operates at internal and external levels.

SQA’s Quality Framework: a guide for centres Principal aim is to ensure that standards are set and consistently

maintained.

Quality Assurance policy and procedures. The responsibility for quality is embedded within the roles and

duties of staff at every level in the institution. Review and development of College operations and processes. Use of Performance Indicators. It must result in more successful learners. If we don’t succeed, we run the risk of failure. Dan Quayle