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Set up and sustain learning areas

Set up and sustain learning areas

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCEDS041
State Code
ODK37
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/07/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/11/2021
Field of Education
070199 - Teacher Education, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
30/11/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to create, maintain and monitor individual and/or small group learning environments. This may include a learning activity area in a classroom, library or home-based learning environment, or a virtual learning environment.The unit applies to education support workers who operate under the guidance and supervision of a teacher or other educational professional. They work mainly with students in classroom settings in primary or secondary schools, as defined by State/Territory legislation.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to provide education support to students.
  • 1.1. Prepare activities and daily requirements in advance to support individual student needs.
  • 1.2. Establish and accurately document daily routines for students.
  • 1.3. Clarify and confirm understanding of teacher requirements and ensure consistent interpretation and application.
  • 1.4. Review progress regularly and identify future requirements.
2. Organise learning resources.
  • 2.1. Organise learning resources that are suitable for the student and the education support worker.
  • 2.2. Establish systems and processes to access learning resources according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 2.3. Instruct students on how to use the resource organisation system.
3. Create a positive learning space.
  • 3.1. Construct a learning space within resource constraints under the guidance of the teacher or supervisor.
  • 3.2. Select and prepare equipment and materials suitable for learning activities in collaboration with the teacher or supervisor.
  • 3.3. Identify and respond to age requirements and mix, based on individual situation needs.
  • 3.4. Facilitate learning using techniques that make the environment positive and stimulating.
4. Manage a learning timetable.
  • 4.1. Implement learning activities as directed by teachers.
  • 4.2. Coordinate content of learning activities to maintain an appropriate timetable structure.
  • 4.3. Respond to interruptions and contingencies with minimum disruption to learning.
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