Embedding Literacy and Numeracy Module/Content and Learning

The module Embedding Literacy and Numeracy, is a level 5 elective within the Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Learning and Teaching - level 7 (GCTLT), delivered by the Educational Development Centre (EDC) at Otago Polytechnic, Aotearoa New Zealand. To find out more about the programme read the programme information sheet.

This module is a flexible, self-paced, portfolio based course which is designed to help you consolidate your existing knowledge and extend your teaching practice. You can join at any time. On successful completion of this course you will be able to further assist your learners to develop their literacy and numeracy skills within the context of the programme you teach. The course is based around the Learning Progressions for Adult Literacy and Numeracy. The module focusses on three key factors for effective teaching and learning practice; Knowing the demands, Knowing the learner and Knowing what to do. The links to these pages are found above.

As this is a practical course, it is important that you are able to work with adult learners. The assessment requirements ask you to apply your learning to authentic programme demands.