LMI Learning module – Overview © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

Structure of LMI Learning module The learning materials can be used in any way you choose, but, to help you, they are presented in three sections of increasing complexity, designed for different levels of practice. © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

LMI learning module aim The aim of the LMI Learning module is to provide opportunities for all professionals working in the careers information, advice and guidance field to enhance their ability to research, understand and use Labour Market Information (LMI) in their practice. © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

Tools to support your LMI learning Self-assessment Reflect on where you are in terms of your confidence and knowledge when using LMI in practice Help central LMI web library to support LMI learning and practice LMI Exchange Online discussion forum to talk about issues with LMI LMI in Action A range of activities to put LMI learning into practice © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

Features of the LMI learning module Each section of module has clear learning objectives that are set out at the start and tested at the end Materials are presented in a variety of ways Links to ‘Further information’ are provided for those wishing to explore an area in-depth Focus on the role of equal opportunities in LMI Built in evaluations and ‘LMI Tell us’ for feedback Clear icons are used to indicate different learning activities © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

What will the LMI Learning module do for you? Understand what LMI is, and why we need it Help identify reliable and robust sources of LMI Support understanding on how to assess and choose between LMI sources Encourage reflection on the effective use of LMI in practice Support skill development in giving information and understanding the principles of good practice Develop confidence in using LMI © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

LMI Basics Provides an introduction to labour market information and intelligence, by helping you to: Reflect on the importance of LMI in practice Identify, explore and understand key sources Consider effective ways of delivering LMI Think about the role of LMI in equal opportunities © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

LMI Moving on Extends your knowledge and confidence in using LMI, by helping you to: Be confident about key trends in LMI Understand what constitutes useful LMI for different people Consider issues around collecting and appraising LMI Promote equality of opportunity © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

LMI Digging deeper Supports and promotes the development of higher level skills and knowledge in using LMI in practice, by helping you to: Consider underpinning theory and implications for practice of delivering LMI Feel confident with professional updating and exploiting ICT Develop higher level research skills Support others to promote equal opportunities © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

OCR Endorsement The LMI module has been endorsed by OCR for use with units from the following OCR specifications: OCR Level 4 Diploma in Career Information and Advice (04512) Level 4 Unit 11 Source, evaluate and use labour market information with clients Level 4 Unit 16 Obtain and organise career- related information to support clients OCR Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development (10215) Level 6 Unit 6 Use career and labour market information with clients Level 6 Unit 15 Source, evaluate and use labour market intelligence with clients The LMI learning module has been recommended as support for the delivery of the unit and for the development of learners' knowledge, understanding and skills. © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

Interested? Why not work through our LMI Learning module sample content and get a flavour of some of the resources available and the types of activities you may undertake. grf/lmimodule/sample © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick

LMI Learning module © Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick