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Frequently asked questions
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FUNDING
GENERAL
NATIONAL TESTS and DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT
PROMOTION/MARKETING/GET ON
TEACHERS AND PROVIDERS
WORKPLACE
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FUNDING
Has a directory of how to apply for funding been produced? How do I get a copy?
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Yes the guide to funding adult literacy and numeracy learning programmes 2002-2003 has now been published. The document can be downloaded from the “Planning & Funding” section, or a hard copy can be ordered from DfES publications on 0845 60 222 60 by quoting reference SFNFG 02 03.
Where can I find information on obtaining funding to deliver training/courses?
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A funding guide can be found on this website in the “Planning and Funding” section.
A hard copy of the guide can be obtained from DfES publications on 0845 60 222 60 quoting reference SFNFG 02 03.
Further information can be obtained from the Learning and Skills Council.
Their contact details can be found on the following website www.lsc.gov.uk
Why has the weighting for funding of Basic Skills been reduced from £1.5 to £1.4 million?
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The scale of weighting factors have been reduced overall, so that in relative terms £1.4 on the new scale is much nearer the top than £1.5 was on the old scale. It is the new value of the national base rate that will actually dictate any increase in the amount of funding received.
GENERAL
Are there any figures on the number of adults with basic skills needs in the UK?
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There are no details for the UK as a whole. The figures for England are as follows:Up to 7 million adults in England have literacy skills below those expected of an average 11 year old. Even more have a problem with numeracy.
Can someone from the Unit come and speak to my organisation?
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Please write to the Unit outlining the event/organisation, date, venue, theme, background details of the organisation/event, make up of audience and any other details that you think will be useful. We cannot guarantee that someone can attend, however we will give your request careful consideration.
I am a new user, how can I navigate the website?
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There is a brief introduction available by clicking on the “Using the Site” display. Many of the Icons displayed will link you to their relevant areas, just by clicking on them. If you cannot find what you are looking for click on the “Contact Us” display and e-mail the Unit Enquiry Box.
Where can I obtain copies of Skills for life?
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The strategy document and the executive summary can be ordered on line from DfES publications. Click on key documents, Under skills for Life click on “to request a copy”, enter your details and submit your order. Alternatively call 0845 60 222 60 and quote SFLLN for the full strategy document and SFLLNES for the executive summary. Both documents can be downloaded from the “Key documents” section of the website.
NATIONAL TESTS and DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT
Where can I find details of diagnostic assessment tools?
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Please call the Basic Skills Agency on 020 7405 4017 for details.
Where can I get more information regarding the national tests?
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Information regarding the national tests can be found under the “National Test” and "Teaching & Learning" section. Further information is available from the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) on 020 7509 5556. Alternatively, if you have regular contact with an awarding body on a literacy and numeracy course, they should be able to tell you about their course anonymously.
PROMOTION/MARKETING/GET ON
Are there any events due to take place in the near future?
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Events are updated as we become aware of them and details are available by clicking on the “Events” icon.
Can I use your logo on my own materials?
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The Get On logo is available for you to use on your own promotional materials and we would very much encourage you to do so. Click onto the “Get On” button to access further information and downloadable images. The read.write.plus logo is not available to be used on your own materials, unless you’ve been quality assured by the Adult Basic Skills Strategy Unit.
How can I obtain a copy of the free video?
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The free video is available by calling learndirect on 0800 100 900
Information regarding your publicity campaign was sent to the wrong person. How can I ensure that the right person receives this type of information in the future?
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Please e-mail us with your details. Click on the “contact us” button.
We are a training organisation, how can we support the Get on campaign?
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You can support the campaign in a number of ways.
· Make sure that everyone within your organisation who has an interest in this issue is aware of the campaign and your commitment to it.
· If appropriate, register your course and contact information with the learndirect database, if you have not already done so. Simply telephone the usual learndirect number (0800 100 900) and an adviser will be able to take your details.
· The ‘Get On’ campaign office has a range of campaign promotional materials that can be used to strengthen your own marketing activity by linking it to the national campaign. The campaign office can be contacted on 020 7455 3130.
· There are downloadable images form the Get On section of this site.
· If you have a website, you may want to link it to the campaign website at www.dfes.gov.uk/get-on, to enable your visitors to find out more about the campaign.
What materials are available for the Get On campaign?
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Clicking on the “Get On” button on the home page for information on materials available to you. Alternatively you can call our campaign office on 020 7455 3130.
What referral arrangements are there for callers from Scotland/Northern Ireland/Wales?
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All callers from these nations are referred to learndirect in the appropriate area.
TEACHERS AND PROVIDERS
Can I register a course on the database?
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Please contact learndirect who are collating this information – 0800 100 900
Is there a database of basic skills courses?
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Learndirect hold a database of course providers that have registered details with them. If you want information about a course in your area or would like to register your organisation’s course details, please call Learndirect on 0800 100 900.
Where can I find out about how to qualify as an adult literacy, numeracy or ESOL teacher?
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Please visit the 'Quality and Training' area of this website. You can also contact the Further Education National Training Organisation (FENTO) on their helpline 020 7332 9535, or your local Further Education College who should be able to help.
WORKPLACE
What is a workplace basic skills adviser? How can they help me?
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Advisers are based across England in the 47 Learning and Skills Councils. They will visit you free of charge at your workplace at a mutually convenient time. They will help you identify and arrange the next steps you need to take to tackle basic skills needs in your workplace, including advice on which local training best meets your needs.
Advice could include:
- helping employers’ understand the level of basic skills need in their workforce.
- helping employers make decisions about what teaching provision locally best meets your needs.
- advice about taking the National Tests in Adult Literacy and Numeracy.
- Call learndirect free on 0800 100 900 to arrange a visit from an adviser.
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