A key goal of developing learner agency is to become good at learning! This requires supporting learners to develop their own personal learning strategies.  

What are learning strategies? They are research-based learning strategies that learners can use to dramatically improve their own learning. Not only this, but they can also continue to find strategies that work well for them and hone these strategies over a lifetime.    

This workshop presents several starting strategies and how these can be integrated into delivery. It also includes links to supporting resources. 

Workshop level 

This is a Level 1 (introductory) workshop. No prior knowledge is required.  

Who is this workshop for? 

This workshop is for anyone working in education with an interest in supporting learners to succeed.

Topics covered

• Research-based learning strategies. 
• Practical tips and strategies for supporting learners to develop their personal learning. strategies. 

Learning outcomes 

By the end of this workshop you will be able to: 

• describe a number of research-based learning strategies 
• discuss how learning strategies can be integrated into delivery 
• apply strategies to help learners develop their personal learning strategies. 

Facilitator

Dr Damon Whitten – a specialist provider of professional development to the tertiary sector, with a background in adult literacy and numeracy.

Free self-directed content 

In addition to the live workshop, participants will have access to self-directed content available through the Ako Aotearoa Developing Learner Agency Educator Pathway on Pathways Awarua. This complementary content will allow you to explore the topic in greater depth at your own pace and in your own time, reinforcing the practical skills and knowledge gained during the workshop.  

Ako Aotearoa badges

Participants can earn an Ako Aotearoa digital badge as evidence of participation and completion of workshop requirements.

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