Work Based Learning Qualifications (WBLQUAL) examines how Employers, Learners and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) can benefit from working together to provide quality and affordable training to employees.
This presentation was presented at The Institution of Education and Policy Research Symposium by Rosemary Borup (Staffordshire University) in November 2012. More information can be found at www.wblqual.com.
Good Stuff Happens in 1:1 Meetings: Why you need them and how to do them well
Presentation of WBLQUAL Project: An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work-based Learning for the EU
1. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Erasmus Project 2010- 2012
“WBLQUAL”
An Approach to Qualifications
through Negotiated Work Based
Learning for the EU
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
2. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
How it started...
• A simple idea
– We work with some employers to deliver WBL,
wouldn’t it be nice to deliver more!
• Expressed as a simple question....
• “ How can Universities make their ‘offerings’
more attractive to Employers and WBLs"
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
3. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Thinking around the problem..
• Who are the stakeholders?
• What do we know?
• What do we think we know?
• Do we have any evidence?
• What research do we need?
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
4. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Keep the Benefits Clear...
• Stakeholders?
– Employers
– Employees
– Universities
– Local Economies
– Wider Economies
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
5. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Write a draft overview – being
ambitious about the benefits
• Keep this in mind – and revise as you
develop ...
• Divide into AIMs and
• OBJECTIVES
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
6. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Is there evidence of need?
• Use external sources
– Leitch Report
– Staffordshire CC Research Group
– Graphs, numbers and statistics!
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
7. Who is funding, and what are their
priorities
• LLP
– Lifelong Learning
– Non- traditional students
– Employment related
– Sustainable
Other hits?
Is your idea a match?
8. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Finding Partners
• Lead?
• Partner?
• Visits
• Database
• Selection
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
9. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Workpackages
• How many
• What partners
• Sequence
• Deliverables
• Monitoring
• Who leads
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
10. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Writing the bid – Paperwork!
• Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaargh!
• Time
• Experience
• Approval
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
11. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Getting the Go Ahead
• The kick off Meeting
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
12. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Project Management
• Research
• Finances
• Risks
• Problems
• Quality
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
13. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Products
• Deliverables
• ‘Bonus’ – spinoffs?
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
14. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Dissemination
• IMPACT
• Sustainability?
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
15. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Follow on...
• Next Project?
• Same partners?
• Experience
• From Dissemination Event?
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
16. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Essential Support!
• James....
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
17. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Administrative Requirements and
Project Management
1.Financial Monitoring
2.Project Management
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
18. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Financial Monitoring
• Must be aware of project budget
• Pre-financing partners
• Regular ORACLE reports from Finance
• Accurate recording of costs
• Staff timesheets and evidencing expenditure
• Partner returns
• Reporting back to the funder
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
19. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
Project Management
• Deliverable deadlines
• Academic Collaboration Agreements
• Communication
• Day-to-day tasks
• Workshops
• Managing Changes
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
20. This project is co-funded by
the European Union
What have we learnt?
• Validation of tri-partite approach
• Barriers and enablers
• Economic sector viability
• Follow up
WBLQUAL
An Approach to Qualifications through Negotiated Work Based Learning for the European Union
Project n. 510022-LLP-1-2010-1-UK-ERASMUS-ECUE
www.wblqual.com
This publication reflects the views of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
