Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with TAE Training and Education Training Package Version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and facilitate a distance-based learning process.
It applies to trainers, facilitators, teachers, and training and assessment consultants who work under limited supervision, and are responsible for guiding distance-based learning.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Delivery and facilitation
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for distance-based learning |
1.1 Access, read and interpret a learning strategy and learning program, to determine learning objectives and outcomes to be met 1.2 Develop knowledge of group, individual learner styles and learner characteristics to support effective planning for distance-based learning 1.3 Select and evaluate learning resources for appropriateness, and contextualise them for distance-based learning where required 1.4 Develop distance delivery-management plan, using knowledge of learning principles and research to-date 1.5 Identify and organise support mechanisms, and means of communicating with learners |
2. Manage distance-based learners |
2.1 Confirm expectations and requirements through direct contact, and clarify any issues or questions 2.2 Establish distance-based learning relationships between the trainer/facilitator and learners 2.3 Progressively distribute learning resources and learning materials according to the plan and to learner needs |
3. Monitor learner progress |
3.1 Document learner progress to ensure that outcomes are being achieved and individual learner needs are being met 3.2 Develop and implement strategies to address learner difficulties, and techniques for maintaining motivation and commitment 3.3 Provide support and guidance outside the formal communication process, where appropriate 3.4 Maintain, store and secure learner records, according to organisational and legal requirements |
4. Review distance-based learning process |
4.1 Gather feedback to review own management of the distance-based learning process 4.2 Analyse feedback to determine success of the distance-based learning in meeting learner needs and expectations 4.3 Reflect on own performance as a coordinator/facilitator, and document improvement plans 4.4 Identify and document options for improving the distance-based learning process, and discuss with relevant personnel for future action |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Learning |
4.3 |
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Reading |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 3.1, 4.2, 4.4 |
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Writing |
1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.4, 4.3, 4.4 |
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Oral Communication |
2.1, 2.2, 3.3, 4.4 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.2, 3.4 |
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Interact with others |
4.1 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2-1.5, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.4, 4.1-4.4 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
TAEDEL403 Coordinate and facilitate distance-based learning |
TAEDEL403A Coordinate and facilitate distance-based learning |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=35337905-785d-4f93-8777-e9991ad4c6c3