Wider Key Skills
Improving own Learning
and Performance
IOLP - Example Scenarios
learning to use a software package
developing presentational skills –
oral/written
improving organisational skills –
time/academic
developing a sporting skill/fitness/strength
developing expertise in an outside interest
learning to drive
learning a language
developing musical skills
developing financial skills
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Required Evidence
Levels 1 & 2
2 examples
each has 2 simple targets
can be met within a few weeks
Level 3
1 example
3 targets
All Levels
Overall, at least 2 different learning styles
Target Setting
Level 1
targets set by appropriate person
Level 2
targets set jointly by candidate and appropriate person
Level 3
targets set by candidate using acquired information
all three levels require a baseline
initial diagnosis is needed
LP1.1 - Targets and Planning
Evidence must show candidate:
LP 1.1.1
 understands clearly stated given targets
LP 2.1.1
 gives information to help set targets
LP 3.1.1
 seeks information from various appropriate sources
on strategies to help him/her set targets
 identifies influencing factors e.g. motivation, legal,
opportunities, finance etc. which may affect plans
LP1.2 - Targets and Planning
Evidence must show candidate:
LP 1.1.2 / LP 2.1.2
 has clear action points in manageable steps
with realistic timescale written in for each
target
LP 3.1.2
 has produced a structured plan for all three
targets with clear, logical action points
LP1.3 - Targets and Planning
Evidence must show candidate:
LP 1.1.3 / LP 2.1.3
 names who can help him/her
 reviews - says who, where and when
LP 3.1.3
 has a detailed timescale with sound time
management
 has plans for reviewing progress
 has weighed up possible difficulties and made
sound proposals for overcoming them
LP 1 – Important Points
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planning cannot be done
retrospectively
plans can be revisited and revised
the higher the level, the greater the
degree of autonomy, but all levels need
support
all three criteria must be supported by
full evidence
activities must be fit for purpose
Evidence of target setting
action plan(s)
 notes on information sources
 records of discussions
 observation records
 can take various forms
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e.g. tape, written, graphic
LP2.1 – Implementing the Plan
Evidence must show candidate has:
LP 1.2.1
 addressed each action point on time
LP 2.2.1
 kept a log of actions, confirmed by others
 noted completion dates
 revised plans OR been asked – “What if?”
LP 3.2.1
 As for 2.2.1 + evidence of effective use of time
LP2.2 - Implementing the Plan
Evidence must show candidate has:
LP 1.2.2
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used 2+ suggested different ways of learning
e.g. by listening, by experimenting, by copying
LP 2.2.2
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chosen 2+ different ways of learning
worked, at times, without close supervision
LP 3.2.2
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chosen 2+ different ways of learning
worked independently at times
identified alternative approaches
LP2.3 - Implementing the Plan
Evidence must show candidate has:
LP 1.2.3
 Consulted, been given and used the support of
others in each example
LP 2.2.3
 Identified clearly when he/she needs support
 Used to good effect any help and support given
LP 3.2.3
 Reflected upon what he/she has achieved
 Sought feedback and support
LP 2 – Important Points
action points must be addressed
 time must be managed well
 must be evidence of different styles
of learning
 must understand how to use
appropriate support
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Evidence of implementing the plan
detailed and confirmed learning log
 photographs
 witness statements
 assessor observation records
 assessor questioning records
 evidence of outcomes
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LP3.1 - Reviewing progress and achievements
Evidence must show candidate has:
LP 1.3.1
 listed what has been learned
 said how it was learned
 said how the process went – well and less well
LP 2.3.1
 identified clearly what has been learned
 shown how that learning has been applied
LP 3.3.1
 reflected upon the quality of what has been learned
and what has affected the outcome of the learning
 detailed how that learning has been applied
LP3.2 - Reviewing progress and achievements
Evidence must show candidate has:
in a review, identified and provided
evidence of all achievements for
each example in line with the action
plan(s)
LP3.3 - Reviewing progress and achievements
Evidence must show candidate has:
LP 1.3.3
 checked with appropriate person and understood what
he/she needs to do to improve
LP 2.3.3
 said which way of learning best suits him/her
 considered what he/she needs to do to improve
LP 3.3.3
 negotiated further improvement with appropriate
people
 listed names
 recorded own and adviser’s views
LP 3 – Important Points
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candidate must take an active part in all
reviews
detailed records of all reviews should be
available
sensitive assessor questioning can generate
important evidence
questioning should not be leading
agreement cannot be reached in isolation
Evidence of Reviewing
records of reviews
 audio/video tape
 assessor records
 candidate records
 copies of certificates
 witness statements
 photographs
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IOLP - Activity
What evidence can you find to support the
following evidence component criteria?
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Level 1 Portfolio
1.1.2
and
1.3.3
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Level 2 Portfolio
2.1.2
and
2.2.1
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Level 3 Portfolio
3.2.3
and
3.3.1