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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for distance-based learning
   • Access, read and interpret a learning strategy and learning program, to determine learning objectives and outcomes to be met
   • Develop knowledge of group, individual learner styles and learner characteristics to support effective planning for distance-based learning
   • Select and evaluate learning resources for appropriateness, and contextualise them for distance-based learning where required
   • Develop distance delivery-management plan, using knowledge of learning principles and research to-date
   • Identify and organise support mechanisms, and means of communicating with learners
2. Manage distance-based learners
   • Confirm expectations and requirements through direct contact, and clarify any issues or questions
   • Establish distance-based learning relationships between the trainer/facilitator and learners
   • Progressively distribute learning resources and learning materials according to the plan and to learner needs
3. Monitor learner progress
   • Document learner progress to ensure that outcomes are being achieved and individual learner needs are being met
   • Develop and implement strategies to address learner difficulties, and techniques for maintaining motivation and commitment
   • Provide support and guidance outside the formal communication process, where appropriate
   • Maintain, store and secure learner records, according to organisational and legal requirements
4. Review distance-based learning process
   • Gather feedback to review own management of the distance-based learning process
   • Analyse feedback to determine success of the distance-based learning in meeting learner needs and expectations
   • Reflect on own performance as a coordinator/facilitator, and document improvement plans
   • Identify and document options for improving the distance-based learning process, and discuss with relevant personnel for future action

Performance Evidence

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, including:

organising and facilitating distance learning on at least two separate occasions, showing:

how learner needs were established

documentation detailing how the learning programs were planned, coordinated, facilitated and monitored

how training package units, or accredited course modules, were used as benchmarks for learning.

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge to effectively complete the task outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:

adult learning principles

learner styles

the content and requirements of the learning strategy, and learning program, to be used in distance delivery

best practice in online and distance engagement of learners

the characteristics and needs of individual distance learners

the technology used to support distancebased learning

techniques for maintaining the motivation and commitment of distance learners

support mechanisms available to distance learners.

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