This
year HALO introduced a ‘Literacy and Numeracy Programme’ working in partnership
with the North Ayrshire Council Adult Literacy Team. The purpose of the
programme is to allow the group to experience a broad range or general
education which helps enhance and improve learning and achievement. Some of the
areas that we have been focusing on are the Receptive modes of literacy which
are Reading and
Listening and the Productive modes of literacy which are Writing and Talking as
well as focusing on numeracy skills in every day life. Throughout the sessions
the group have developed their knowledge and understanding of the purpose of
learning new skills through different experiences and challenges linking
literacy and numeracy in everyday context to home, work, community and the
wider world.
One
of the highlights of the programme was an invitation we received to be guests
on a Live Radio Show 3TFM. The group got an insight into the behind the scenes
action that takes place in a live radio station. The group had a great time participating as
members of the studio audience and contributors to the programme. The HALO
group were presented with an audio disc each of the evenings broadcast to keep
and treasure. The visit to the radio station was very memorable and will have a
lasting impression on the group.
Here
is our Literacy in Everyday Life Modules:
- Music
- Receptive Modes
- Productive Modes
- ICT (Information and Communication
Technology)
- Community
- Creativity
- My Centre
- Being Part of a Group
- Popular Culture
- Radio
- Numeracy and Mathematics
- Media
Here
are our Simple Golden Rules:
The learner is at the Heart of the Process
Take into account the Learners Past Experiences and Future Aspirations and Goals
Always Consider Alternative Outcomes for Learners during Planning and Learning Experiences
Improve Learners Skills and/or Learn New Ones
To Build a Positive Climate of Peer Support, Respect and Trust
Have a Fun Learning Experience where Everyone Succeeds.
