Trades Training
Collection details
Information and resources related to embedding literacy and numeracy into trades training programmes.
The resources cover topics such as:
- embedding numeracy in joinery industry resources
- the importance of making accurate measurements
- contextualising writing and numeracy training
- preparing learners for employment
- embedding literacy through the use of carpentry diaries.
Key Points to Note:
- These presentations provide insights and assistance for tutors in embedding literacy and numeracy in their courses.
- Embedding literacy and numeracy in vocational courses will support the development of learners' literacy and numeracy skills in the workplace.
- The resources available here to download include videos and PowerPoint slides from some of the presentations.
A clip about embedding numeracy into a construction course.
(YouTube, 6:07, 360p)
- 30 October 2012
A clip about embedding numeracy into a construction course.
(YouTube, 5:21, 240p)
- 30 October 2012
A clip about embedding numeracy into a construction course.
(YouTube, 3:36, 240p)
- 30 October 2012
A clip about embedding numeracy into a trades course.
(YouTube, 4:58, 240p)
- 31 October 2012
A clip about embedding numeracy into a trades course.
(YouTube, 6:18, 240p)
- 31 October 2012
A presentation about embedding numeracy into a trades course, given by Warren Shepheard, from the National Centre of Literacy and Numeracy for Adults, at the New Zealand Literacy Forum, 2011.
(PDF, 345 KB, 14-pages)
- 31 October 2012
A clip about embedding numeracy in joinery industry resources.
(YouTube, 6:01, 240p)
- 31 October 2012
A clip about embedding numeracy in joinery industry resources.
(YouTube, 5:13, 240p)
- 31 October 2012
This clip is about developing prisoner learners’ literacy and numeracy skills and its contribution towards learners' achievement of National Certificates in Horticulture and Agriculture Level 2.
(YouTube, 8:29, 480p)
- 12 March 2014
This clip is about the application of contextualised writing and numeracy training to the National Certificate in Building, Construction and Allied Trades (BCATs) Level 2.
(YouTube, 4:51, 480p)
- 12 March 2014
This clip is about preparing prisoner learners for post-release employment in the construction industry, including the achievement of National Certificates in Pre-Trade Painting Level 2.
(YouTube, 4:46, 480p)
- 12 March 2014
This clip is about introducing the importance of accurate measurement to learners in the construction of their own certificate frames for the National Certificate in Building, Construction and Allied Trades Level 2.
(YouTube, 1:36, 480p)
- 12 March 2014
A clip about an explicit and deliberate programme of integrating literacy and numeracy into every aspect of a carpentry course.
(YouTube, 4:37, 240p)
- 30 October 2012
A clip about a workplace literacy programme focused on understanding lean manufacturing principles and practices in the timber processing industry.
(YouTube, 9:01, 240p)
- 4 December 2012
A clip about how learners’ literacy and numeracy practices at work and at home have changed as a result of a workplace literacy programme.
(YouTube, 3:13, 240p)
- 29 October 2012
A clip about two successful elements of Thames Timber’s workplace literacy programme.
(YouTube, 3:34, 240p)
- 26 October 2012
A clip about teaching probable manufacturing value using wooden manipulatives.
(YouTube, 3:22, 240p)
- 26 October 2012
A presentation about embedding literacy through the use of carpentry diaries, given by Matthew McCullough, Hector Rurehe, Len Matautia, and Emma McLaughlin, from Weltec, at the National Centre for Literacy and Numeracy for Adults Symposium, 2016.
(PDF, 14 MB, 17-pages)
- 8 August 2016
This report explores the online learning journey of Te Pūkenga-BCITO apprentices, which commenced in 2021 through the MyBCITO Learning Management System (LMS). It highlights apprentices' transition to the digital realm for communication with advisors, engaging in quizzes, and accessing written resources.
- 28 November 2023
This card introduces a common error that learners make and provides ideas for teaching strategies that may help educators design highly effective learning sessions that develop learners’ understanding.
- 3 June 2024
This report identifies successful practices for effective implementation of tuakana teina within a vocational training context. It offers suggested ‘takeaways’ that prospective training providers and organisations may wish to consider as an aid and support in their own efforts with supporting Māori learners in trade training.
- 18 September 2024
The final report from the project, 'How to make a successful pre-trades course for Pacific learners', which gives the overview, literature review and findings.
- 9 December 2014
A three-year project, jointly commissioned by the Ministry for Women and Ako Aotearoa, to increase the participation and success of women in construction and engineering related trades where they are traditionally under-represented.
Project
The language in the trades
Research shows texts read by the trades students are as demanding as university-level academic texts. Find out how to teach the language of the trades.