1. Embedding- the trialling of different models Christina Gera and Marg Cartner Wintec, SLS. ATLAANZ, Napier, November 2013

2. Embedding practice pre-2013 SLS Wintec Embedded workshops – for some courses beginning of semesters, for some before assignments were due, orientations, School of Trades – Learning Advisor embedded in classes with the intention of encouraging students to attend one-to-one sessions with SLS LA (literacy & numeracy assistance)..

3. Our approach To be proactive – rather than reactive To build student academic capability To continue building relationships with tutors

4. Strategic move 2013 – 18 programmes of concern Programmes identified: – Overall – Maori/Pacifika – International students Rationale: to embed into classes where we can make the biggest difference Contacting staff – Choose staff already know – Programmes of concern were a starting point – Mainly a bottom-up approach

5. 18 programmes of concern – different models of embedding Attending lectures Attending tutorials to participation Giving literacy/academic literacy workshops in class time Embedding Moodle approach

6. 18 programmes of concern – more than one approach per course Bachelor of Dip Technology (Science) Embedded in lectures – to identify issues Study skills workshop – 2hrs outside of class time Met with HOD and discussed difficulties EAL students were having Attended staff meeting to discuss issues EAL students having Invited to attend a tutorial class to assist EAL learners (lots in this class)

7. 18 programmes of concern – more than one approach per course Our learning advisor received requests to help with biology essay. Passed information onto lecturer who addressed this in class Our LA gained permission for EAL learners to take self made vocab list into test LA took biology tutorials for EAL students LA did a teaching observation of one of the classes and feed back suggestions to lecturer

8. Moved on Continuing to build new relationships with staff so can be embedded in programmes 8 areas across Wintec - workshops and tutorials attendance/participation Compulsory group appointments for Masters & Postgraduate international students – Student led group tutoring model being developed in some courses – Staff capability included in approach

9. Where to from here? Building student academic capability Building relationships with tutors is the key Choosing tutors who support embedding concept become your champions Having ‘buy in’ from all levels bottom up & top down Being flexible, open Offering specific workshops to meet student requests

10. Student Perspective Initial concerns not meeting student 1:1 needs Wintec Student Satisfaction rates for SLS 2011 90.5% satisfaction 2012 91.4%“ 2013 92.9%“ Retention Those who didn’t use SLS 78% completion Those who did use SLS 78% completion

11. Questions? Thank you Christina and Marg