Introduction
This document reviews the role, responsibilities and boundaries of a teacher in terms of the teaching/training cycle.
When reference is made to students this refers to all people of all age ranges within education.
When referring to the role of a teacher, this includes that of a trainer/lecturer within all educational establishments both private and public which for the purposes of this document are organisations.
Reference is made within this document to CPD, which refers to continued professional development.
Review what your role, responsibilities and boundaries as a teacher would be in terms of the teaching/training cycle. The recommended words count 500-700.
The teaching/training cycle (see image 1) is critical for success in the learning environment for the students, teacher and organisation.
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The Teaching Training Cycle
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The Teaching Training Cycle
Starting with identifying student needs and where possible removing barriers to learning. These barriers can manifest in or out of the learning environment and so the teacher must be vigilant when observing learners. Identifying students with literacy or numeracy difficulties and signposting them to learning support where the student will be assisted. The teacher has to be observant when working with learners with disabilities both physical and mental ensuring that they have equal opportunities within the learning environment as all the other students.
Barriers to learning may also be outside of the learning environment, financial and social needs may also need to be addressed and so the teacher needs to be aware of the organisations policies and procedures regarding referring the student to the correct department for further assistance.
Throughout the cycle it is important to keep organised, accurate and up to date records showing actions taken and students’ progress. The organisation’s procedures dictate the records required for students and teacher....