Designing Workplace Learning Programs

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2008:

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This subject is an introduction to the theory and concepts underpinning the design of workplace education and training programs. Topics include: constructs of 'learning', 'training', 'development' and 'education'; constructs of workplace learning including self-paced and self-directed learning, on-the-job/off-the-job and contract learning; designing and developing curriculum including competency-based curriculum and flexible delivery approaches; designing and developing learning strategies that meet individual needs and organisational goals; and introduction to the theory and practice of program evaluation and workplace assessment.

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

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