N.B. These aims and outcomes are negotiable, but as they
stand indicate the programme for the day. Global languages include French, German,
Spanish and Italian.
Learning Objectives
To familiarise participants with the structure and
function of the programme
To use the facilities of the Discovery Management System with the Languages
units
To consider integration into the curriculum
Learning Outcomes
Awareness of
the appearance and construction of the different
sections of the learning programme
the variety of exercises in these modules
the assessment procedures integral to the programme
the educational philosophy behind the construction
of the programme and exercises within it
linked classroom resources - eg study guides
Access into
the delivery mechanism
reporting facilities - feedback to student and
teacher
Ability to
select appropriate units for constructing workplans
and profiles for use by specific target groups
design appropriate custom reports
print and interpret both standard and customised
progress reports
use the programme for individual or small group
action planning and review
Course Duration
1/2 a day
- where it has been preceded by a half day on the use
of the Discovery Management System
1 day
- to include the use of the Discovery Management System
Maximum number of participants
Up to six people.
Resources
Computers with the software loaded, ideally one
machine per person
Headphones and microphones
The materials provided with the software
Linked Training
The use of the Discovery Management System in delivering OILS
Flexible and resource based learning , and associated
courses