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Lack of learner-centred pedagogy
Delivery methods are insufficiently flexible for adult learners’ realities.
STRATEGIC DIAGNOSTIC QUESTION
Are programmes flexible and modular?
Checks whether pedagogy is adapted to adult learners’ needs. Flexible, modular, and blended delivery makes participation more accessible for adults balancing work or family responsibilities.
RECOMMENDATION
Improve methods
If yes, continue improving learner-centred methods. Flexible, modular, and blended delivery makes participation more accessible for adults balancing work or family responsibilities.
RECOMMENDATION
Apply RESCALE learning model
Use Labs to implement the RESCALE learner-centred pedagogy model. Flexible, modular, and blended delivery makes participation more accessible for adults balancing work or family responsibilities.
Key Policy Actions
Modular, blended delivery
Offer modular and blended learning pathways with flexible pacing. Flexible, modular, and blended delivery makes participation more accessible for adults balancing work or family responsibilities.
Key Policy Tools
Provider contracts
Contracting and quality rules promoting flexible provision. Flexible, modular, and blended delivery makes participation more accessible for adults balancing work or family responsibilities.
EXAMPLE TYPE
Lab courses are modular and blended so adults can combine learning with work or family duties.
Shows flexibility that improves accessibility for adults. Flexible, modular, and blended delivery makes participation more accessible for adults balancing work or family responsibilities.