1.1   Explain what is meant by active listening

1.2   Identify at least three blocks to active listening

1.3   Participate effectively in a listening exercise

1.4   Demonstrate how to give effective feedback

2.1   Follow a logical development of ideas

2.2   Use varied vocabulary appropriately

2.3   Use a variety of sentence structures

2.4   Write coherently and fluently, e.g.avoid undue repetition

2.5   Use strategies to convey the message effectively, e.g. detailed

        description, analytical observations, comparisons

2.6   Convey feelings, ideas and experiences in pieces of writing, using         appropriate formats and grammar

2.7   Use images effectively to support writing

2.8   Use tools appropriate to presentation (e.g. word processor, e-mail)

3.   Understand the importance of       publicity for a community group

3.1   Describe at least 2 key benefits of publicity for a community group

3.2   Describe two ways in which the issues and events of a group can be         publicised

4.   Demonstrate an understanding of

      the policies and procedures within

      which he/she will work

4.1   Explain how the following policies and procedures are relevant to their

        work:-

               a) Health and Safety,

               b) Child Protection,

               c) Equal Opportunities,

               d) Confidentiality

4.2   Describe a situation for each policy which would give cause for

        concern

4.3   Identify the sources of help when a policy issue arises

5.   Appreciate the need for good       

     organisation and planning of an       activity

5.1   Plan an appropriate activity within the placement situation

5.2   Demonstrate good organisation in the carrying out activity

6.   Understand the importance and       

      methods of keeping records

6.1   Explain reasons for keeping records

6.2   Describe the methods of keeping 2 records

6.3   Produce records for activities carried out in the placement

7.   Recognise how to organise own

      time

8.   Recognise the benefits of action

      planning 

9.   Understand health and safety

      procedures in schools

9.1   Describe at least five health & safety issues in the school environment

9.2   Discuss at least three ways of working safely within the school

        environment

10.  Demonstrate an understanding of

       the aims of community work