Building literacy and numeracy into training: a synthesis of recent research into the effects of integrating literacy training packages

ALANRC's six state-based research centres investigated the effects of the inclusion of literacy and numeracy standards in National Training Packages and their impact on the quality of learning and work outcomes. The six projects investigated a diversity of industries, training materials and training sites. Overall, the findings reveal that progress in implementing training packages and addressing literacy and numeracy in that context has been uneven. This report synthesises the findings from the six indivdual reports, which include that: - during the implementation of national training packages within Australian industry, language, literacy and numeracy issues have not been given full attention - there is considerable variation in the levels of awareness and understanding of language, literacy and numeracy issues in terms of quality and quantitiy of provision - more quality control is required - enterprise based teachers and trainers are required to respond to diverse and complex demands, and require ongoing support through professional development - there needs to be targeted funding to support workers who are unable to meet training demands because of language, literacy and numeracy needs - funding arrangements need to be more flexible - ANTA resources are under utilised - there is a lack of institutional pathways. A list of recommendations arising from identified key issues are included, as well as the background to the reports and discussion around the common themes and issues.

ALANRC's six state-based research centres investigated the effects of the inclusion of literacy and numeracy standards in National Training Packages and their impact on the quality of learning and work outcomes. The six projects investigated a diversity of industries, training materials and training sites. Overall, the findings reveal that progress in implementing training packages and addressing literacy and numeracy in that context has been uneven. This report synthesises the findings from the six indivdual reports, which include that: - during the implementation of national ...  [+] Show more