The Competency Curriculum Toolkit: Developing PLTS Through Themed Learning

This book explores the concept of a competency-based curriculum and provides a range of resources for implementing creative learning in schools. It is widely acknowledged that students will need to be flexible, self-motivated learners if they are to thrive in our rapidly changing global community. Do students need to nurture their resilience and commitment to learning? Are schools keen to develop the skills and competencies of learning how to learn, leadership and teamwork needed for their crucial choices? Can we help students become more resilient and self reliant by teaching a project based approach that delivers progress in key personal competencies? Various models for delivery and assessment are considered and schemes of work for projects as well as sample lessons to use in the classroom are provided.

The personal, learning and thinking skills (PLTS) provide a framework for describing the qualities and skills needed for success in learning and life. The PLTS framework has been developed and refined over a number of years in consultation with employers, parents, schools, students and the wider public.

In addition, the book includes a CD-ROM with a range of PowerPoint presentations for training staff and students. This book is an essential toolkit for all those wishing to develop independent learners.