The document summarizes discussions and events from the Association of Colleges London Region Members' Bulletin. It discusses:
1) A meeting of principals where they agreed to review vulnerable specialist courses and share data.
2) A meeting with the Greater London Authority economic advisors where the impact of funding changes on colleges was discussed.
3) An upcoming meeting on serious youth violence and the role of colleges.
The bulletin summarizes several events and meetings from the past month regarding further education in London:
- The Heads of Student Services Network meeting covered topics like careers guidance and support for early school leavers.
- The AoC London Regional Committee received updates from the Skills Funding Agency and Education Funding Agency.
- The committee also discussed upcoming events like the AGM in June and received regular updates.
- Other news included a presentation from a Twilight actress to Uxbridge College film students and information on upcoming conferences.
This bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region provides updates on recent and upcoming meetings of AoC networks, skills competitions, and other events. It announces International Women's Day and provides details of a consultation with the London Enterprise Panel on its jobs and growth strategy. Upcoming events highlighted include the Regional Forum for college principals and a workshop on the Common Accord for supply chain management. Contact information is provided for those wanting more information.
The document provides information about upcoming events for members of the Association of Colleges London Region, including a regional forum on October 12th with speakers from AoC and Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College. It also summarizes a meeting regarding the development of an FE Guide by the Greater London Authority and feedback from WorldSkills London 2011 preparations.
The bulletin provides information on upcoming events for members of the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region. It summarizes a meeting of the AoC London Regional Committee that received reports on the work of various national and regional bodies. Representatives from the Skills Funding Agency and Education Funding Agency also provided updates on funding policies. The bulletin then lists various upcoming networking events and conferences organized by AoC for London college staff, including events on leadership, reputation management, and cloud technology. It concludes with information on recent and future meetings attended by AoC London regional representatives.
This conference was hosted by the Centre for Post 14 Research and Innovation on the 08 November 2011. It focused on young people in London and the challenging, for some potentially hostile, environment in which they find themselves. It looked at what can be done and what is being done as London demonstrates, yet again, its resilience.
The conference provided a platform for a dialogue taken forward both by the Institute of Education and by London Councils, as policy makers and practitioners come together to develop a strategy, in London, to rescue young people from the crisis that many of them now face.
The document summarizes feedback from two recent meetings - a Principals' Forum discussing a community scorecard for London and ESOL funding, and an AoC London Region Marketing Committee meeting discussing upcoming marketing events. It also provides updates on opportunities for colleges to get involved with WorldSkills London 2011 through showcasing, exhibitions, volunteering, and more.
The document provides updates from a meeting with the Mayor's advisor on culture and youth, Munira Mirza. It discusses the proposed FE Guide, London Enterprise Panel, youth unemployment patterns, and the Mayor's role in pre-16 education. It also announces upcoming events, honors for college staff, and information on apprenticeships and the work programme.
The document summarizes the AoC London Region Members' Bulletin from July 1, 2011. It discusses events that were held on June 21 including the AGM, Regional Forum, and Summer Party. It also provides updates on committee members and leadership, presentations from the forum, resources available on the website, campaigns regarding ESOL funding and student safety, WorldSkills competition, volunteering opportunities, and success stories from Barking and Dagenham College students who received positions at Norton Rose LLP.
The bulletin summarizes several events and meetings from the past month regarding further education in London:
- The Heads of Student Services Network meeting covered topics like careers guidance and support for early school leavers.
- The AoC London Regional Committee received updates from the Skills Funding Agency and Education Funding Agency.
- The committee also discussed upcoming events like the AGM in June and received regular updates.
- Other news included a presentation from a Twilight actress to Uxbridge College film students and information on upcoming conferences.
This bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region provides updates on recent and upcoming meetings of AoC networks, skills competitions, and other events. It announces International Women's Day and provides details of a consultation with the London Enterprise Panel on its jobs and growth strategy. Upcoming events highlighted include the Regional Forum for college principals and a workshop on the Common Accord for supply chain management. Contact information is provided for those wanting more information.
The document provides information about upcoming events for members of the Association of Colleges London Region, including a regional forum on October 12th with speakers from AoC and Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College. It also summarizes a meeting regarding the development of an FE Guide by the Greater London Authority and feedback from WorldSkills London 2011 preparations.
The bulletin provides information on upcoming events for members of the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region. It summarizes a meeting of the AoC London Regional Committee that received reports on the work of various national and regional bodies. Representatives from the Skills Funding Agency and Education Funding Agency also provided updates on funding policies. The bulletin then lists various upcoming networking events and conferences organized by AoC for London college staff, including events on leadership, reputation management, and cloud technology. It concludes with information on recent and future meetings attended by AoC London regional representatives.
This conference was hosted by the Centre for Post 14 Research and Innovation on the 08 November 2011. It focused on young people in London and the challenging, for some potentially hostile, environment in which they find themselves. It looked at what can be done and what is being done as London demonstrates, yet again, its resilience.
The conference provided a platform for a dialogue taken forward both by the Institute of Education and by London Councils, as policy makers and practitioners come together to develop a strategy, in London, to rescue young people from the crisis that many of them now face.
The document summarizes feedback from two recent meetings - a Principals' Forum discussing a community scorecard for London and ESOL funding, and an AoC London Region Marketing Committee meeting discussing upcoming marketing events. It also provides updates on opportunities for colleges to get involved with WorldSkills London 2011 through showcasing, exhibitions, volunteering, and more.
The document provides updates from a meeting with the Mayor's advisor on culture and youth, Munira Mirza. It discusses the proposed FE Guide, London Enterprise Panel, youth unemployment patterns, and the Mayor's role in pre-16 education. It also announces upcoming events, honors for college staff, and information on apprenticeships and the work programme.
The document summarizes the AoC London Region Members' Bulletin from July 1, 2011. It discusses events that were held on June 21 including the AGM, Regional Forum, and Summer Party. It also provides updates on committee members and leadership, presentations from the forum, resources available on the website, campaigns regarding ESOL funding and student safety, WorldSkills competition, volunteering opportunities, and success stories from Barking and Dagenham College students who received positions at Norton Rose LLP.
This document is a newsletter from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region dated May 18, 2012. It includes:
- A farewell letter from the outgoing Regional Director, Kate Anderson, who is leaving after 3 years in the role.
- Summaries of recent events including a principals' forum on the new Ofsted inspection framework and a sports conference.
- Announcements of upcoming events like the AoC London AGM and details on sports, apprenticeships, and other industry news.
The document provides information from the AoC London Region Members' Bulletin dated 14 October 2011. It discusses the following key points:
1) London Chairs and Principals heard a policy update from the AoC Chief Executive and a presentation on international work at a regional forum. They also provided feedback on a draft London Colleges manifesto for the upcoming mayoral election.
2) The Chief Executive of the Skills Funding Agency will meet with key London stakeholders to discuss issues, and the AoC London Regional Director will raise any points members want addressed.
3) WorldSkills London 2011 was a success with many medals won and records broken. London Colleges contributed through competitions, exhibitions
The bulletin provides updates on upcoming events organized by AoC London Region, including a conference on student engagement, a reception for principals and MPs, and a skills competition. It also announces speakers for leadership forums on college funding and the future of qualifications. Finally, it shares a student success story from Havering College and updates on policy documents from the LDA and GLA.
The document is an 8 page bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region providing updates on various events and meetings. The main topics covered are:
- A recent London Regional WorldSkills Champions meeting focused on increasing participation in skills competitions.
- An update on the WorldSkills UK competitions and the search for training managers for Team UK at WorldSkills Leipzig 2013.
- Deadlines for applications to participate in events at The Skills Show in November.
- Information on upcoming AoC seminars and the deadline for entries to the National Training Awards.
- An update on a Hackney Community College student who will carry the Olympic torch, recognizing his
The document is a bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region providing updates on events and issues relevant to colleges in the region. It announces that over 200 colleges attended an informative seminar on 24+ advanced learning loans. It also advertises upcoming events including a governors' event, a UK-India business delegation, and employment law and skills conferences. Additionally, it provides updates on the Olympics and Paralympics, cloud computing projects, and a student from Barnet and Southgate College whose work was acquired by the Empress of Iran.
In 1991, Morten Flate Paulsen helped found the European Distance Education Network (EDEN) and published its first newsletter while studying at Penn State University. EDEN has grown over the past 20 years from a small mailing list to a large organization with institutional members across Europe. Some key milestones included the launch of EURODL in 1994, the first open classroom conference in 1995, and changing its name to the European Distance and E-Learning Network in 2006. The future of distance education was seen as being on the Internet in 1991, and today the Internet plays a central role in both education and daily life.
This document is an application form for the Beacon Awards, which recognizes initiatives at colleges that promote exemplary teaching and learning. The form requests information about the applicant, their college, the award for which they are applying, and the initiative being submitted. It specifies that the application must be no more than 3,000 words and address criteria including the initiative's aims, how it meets the sponsor's criteria, management, outcomes for learners, and benefits for other colleges. Applicants must submit one copy of Part 1 and five copies each of Parts 2 and 3, including supporting evidence, by July 2nd.
VTCT is a specialist awarding organization that has offered world-class vocational qualifications in the UK service sector since 1962, including in areas like hairdressing, beauty therapy, complementary therapies, sports and active leisure, hospitality and catering, business, and more. VTCT qualifications are regulated across the UK and awarded by over 800 approved training centers and colleges internationally. VTCT takes a specialist approach, providing a comprehensive range of qualifications in each subject area along with customer service, training, and online resources to support learners.
This document is a prospectus for the 2014/2015 AoC Beacon Awards. It outlines 14 award categories that recognize excellence in teaching, learning, leadership, partnerships, and innovation in further education. Winning colleges receive monetary grants between £3,000-£5,000 to continue developing their initiatives. The awards aim to promote sharing of best practices across the further education sector.
OCR is a not-for-profit organization focused on enhancing education through assessment that has supported the AoC Beacon Awards for 21 years. As a leading UK awarding body, OCR engages over 4 million learners in over 8,000 centers to help them achieve their full potential and is one of the top three providers of vocational qualifications. OCR provides an extensive portfolio of skills qualifications beyond A Levels and GCSEs, including apprenticeships, to promote progression and employability through collaboration with industry and education partners.
The AoC Beacon Awards Programme recognises and promotes collaboration between further education colleges, businesses, and other organizations. The awards highlight innovative teaching practices, support for learners, commitment to diversity, and other contributions colleges make. Winning colleges receive development grants of £3,000-£5,000 to advance their initiatives and share exemplary practices with the sector. A steering group provides guidance for administering the awards program.
This document provides information about the AoC Beacon Awards for 2014/2015, which recognize excellence in further education. It outlines 14 award categories sponsored by various organizations and the criteria for applications. Colleges are invited to apply for awards between July and October 2014 by submitting information about initiatives that promote exemplary teaching and learning. Winning colleges will be announced in November 2014 and receive monetary grants to further develop their initiatives.
The document is a bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region providing updates on several items:
1) It summarizes presentations from a recent regional provider briefing and notes an upcoming principals' forum on funding and allocations.
2) It announces an upcoming regional forum in March to discuss the Code of Governance.
3) It provides updates from meetings with the Learning and Skills Improvement Service and JobCentre Plus on support for colleges and links to employment programs.
The bulletin provides information on the following:
1) An upcoming Principals' Forum to discuss funding and a proposal to establish a group to review post-16 vocational provision in London.
2) An invitation to an AoC regional forum on governance and collaboration opportunities, with speakers from BIS, AoC, and on the Code of Governance.
3) An update on an LSIS regional fund and a request for priorities from the region.
4) Information about engaging with WorldSkills London 2011 and upcoming skills competition deadlines.
5) A student success story about millinery students from Kensington and Chelsea College partnering with a fashion designer.
The document summarizes updates from various AoC London Region meetings and events:
1) The main items discussed at the recent Regional Committee meeting were updates from funding agencies, a partnership proposal between AoC and a skills observatory, and engaging governors in meetings.
2) At the Vice Principals' Curriculum and Quality Network meeting, attendees received policy and funding updates and were asked to revitalize the region's approach to skills competitions.
3) Hackney Community College performing arts students were selected to perform at the Olympic Opening Ceremony in front of an estimated audience of 3.5 billion people.
The document is a bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region providing updates on recent and upcoming events. Recent events discussed include meetings of the VP Curriculum and Quality Network, Regional Committee Principals, and an event with the Institute of Education on youth transitions. Upcoming events announced include various AoC London network meetings, an equality and diversity event, and Adult Learners' Week. The bulletin also provides other news such as awards won by students and calls for involvement in initiatives and surveys.
This bulletin from AoC London Region provides updates from several recent meetings and events:
- Feedback from a Heads of Student Services meeting where the new funding arrangements were discussed.
- Information on responding to a consultation on education and training for 16-19 year olds.
- Upcoming workshops on youth violence and a funding meeting for sixth form colleges.
- Details on nominating representatives for the AoC London Regional Committee election and opportunities for students to showcase talents in China or participate in internships and creative media programs.
This bulletin from the Association of Colleges London Region provides updates on several topics:
- Feedback was positive on the AoC Annual Conference and a policy session will be held regionally.
- The marketing committee received updates on WorldSkills, recruitment, and an upcoming event.
- Details were provided on WorldSkills competitions including an upcoming information session.
- Three London colleges won awards at the TES FE Awards and shared services projects were highlighted.
- Student success stories from Uxbridge College appearing on Channel 4 were featured.
- Recent meetings that took place were listed including with Orchard Hill College and London Councils.
The bulletin summarizes several recent and upcoming events related to colleges in London:
1) It discusses a successful dinner with MPs to discuss priorities for young people, skills, and employment. A follow up brief was also provided to MPs.
2) It mentions an education board meeting focused on participation rates, youth unemployment responses, and special education funding reforms.
3) Principals met with the Deputy Mayor for Education to discuss issues like apprenticeships and college enrollment in London.
4) Upcoming events are highlighted, including finance, sports, and marketing network meetings, as well as a skills and employment survey seeking college input.
The document provides summaries of several meetings and events:
1) It summarizes feedback from a meeting with Geoff Russell from the Skills Funding Agency and a Regional Committee meeting that received funding updates.
2) It summarizes a College Checklist review meeting to analyze results from a student services checklist.
3) It summarizes a Marketing Managers' network meeting on engaging with local communities and upcoming marketing campaigns.
4) It provides brief summaries of upcoming skills competitions, jobs briefings, and other events.
This document is a newsletter from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region dated May 18, 2012. It includes:
- A farewell letter from the outgoing Regional Director, Kate Anderson, who is leaving after 3 years in the role.
- Summaries of recent events including a principals' forum on the new Ofsted inspection framework and a sports conference.
- Announcements of upcoming events like the AoC London AGM and details on sports, apprenticeships, and other industry news.
The document provides information from the AoC London Region Members' Bulletin dated 14 October 2011. It discusses the following key points:
1) London Chairs and Principals heard a policy update from the AoC Chief Executive and a presentation on international work at a regional forum. They also provided feedback on a draft London Colleges manifesto for the upcoming mayoral election.
2) The Chief Executive of the Skills Funding Agency will meet with key London stakeholders to discuss issues, and the AoC London Regional Director will raise any points members want addressed.
3) WorldSkills London 2011 was a success with many medals won and records broken. London Colleges contributed through competitions, exhibitions
The bulletin provides updates on upcoming events organized by AoC London Region, including a conference on student engagement, a reception for principals and MPs, and a skills competition. It also announces speakers for leadership forums on college funding and the future of qualifications. Finally, it shares a student success story from Havering College and updates on policy documents from the LDA and GLA.
The document is an 8 page bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region providing updates on various events and meetings. The main topics covered are:
- A recent London Regional WorldSkills Champions meeting focused on increasing participation in skills competitions.
- An update on the WorldSkills UK competitions and the search for training managers for Team UK at WorldSkills Leipzig 2013.
- Deadlines for applications to participate in events at The Skills Show in November.
- Information on upcoming AoC seminars and the deadline for entries to the National Training Awards.
- An update on a Hackney Community College student who will carry the Olympic torch, recognizing his
The document is a bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region providing updates on events and issues relevant to colleges in the region. It announces that over 200 colleges attended an informative seminar on 24+ advanced learning loans. It also advertises upcoming events including a governors' event, a UK-India business delegation, and employment law and skills conferences. Additionally, it provides updates on the Olympics and Paralympics, cloud computing projects, and a student from Barnet and Southgate College whose work was acquired by the Empress of Iran.
In 1991, Morten Flate Paulsen helped found the European Distance Education Network (EDEN) and published its first newsletter while studying at Penn State University. EDEN has grown over the past 20 years from a small mailing list to a large organization with institutional members across Europe. Some key milestones included the launch of EURODL in 1994, the first open classroom conference in 1995, and changing its name to the European Distance and E-Learning Network in 2006. The future of distance education was seen as being on the Internet in 1991, and today the Internet plays a central role in both education and daily life.
This document is an application form for the Beacon Awards, which recognizes initiatives at colleges that promote exemplary teaching and learning. The form requests information about the applicant, their college, the award for which they are applying, and the initiative being submitted. It specifies that the application must be no more than 3,000 words and address criteria including the initiative's aims, how it meets the sponsor's criteria, management, outcomes for learners, and benefits for other colleges. Applicants must submit one copy of Part 1 and five copies each of Parts 2 and 3, including supporting evidence, by July 2nd.
VTCT is a specialist awarding organization that has offered world-class vocational qualifications in the UK service sector since 1962, including in areas like hairdressing, beauty therapy, complementary therapies, sports and active leisure, hospitality and catering, business, and more. VTCT qualifications are regulated across the UK and awarded by over 800 approved training centers and colleges internationally. VTCT takes a specialist approach, providing a comprehensive range of qualifications in each subject area along with customer service, training, and online resources to support learners.
This document is a prospectus for the 2014/2015 AoC Beacon Awards. It outlines 14 award categories that recognize excellence in teaching, learning, leadership, partnerships, and innovation in further education. Winning colleges receive monetary grants between £3,000-£5,000 to continue developing their initiatives. The awards aim to promote sharing of best practices across the further education sector.
OCR is a not-for-profit organization focused on enhancing education through assessment that has supported the AoC Beacon Awards for 21 years. As a leading UK awarding body, OCR engages over 4 million learners in over 8,000 centers to help them achieve their full potential and is one of the top three providers of vocational qualifications. OCR provides an extensive portfolio of skills qualifications beyond A Levels and GCSEs, including apprenticeships, to promote progression and employability through collaboration with industry and education partners.
The AoC Beacon Awards Programme recognises and promotes collaboration between further education colleges, businesses, and other organizations. The awards highlight innovative teaching practices, support for learners, commitment to diversity, and other contributions colleges make. Winning colleges receive development grants of £3,000-£5,000 to advance their initiatives and share exemplary practices with the sector. A steering group provides guidance for administering the awards program.
This document provides information about the AoC Beacon Awards for 2014/2015, which recognize excellence in further education. It outlines 14 award categories sponsored by various organizations and the criteria for applications. Colleges are invited to apply for awards between July and October 2014 by submitting information about initiatives that promote exemplary teaching and learning. Winning colleges will be announced in November 2014 and receive monetary grants to further develop their initiatives.
The document is a bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region providing updates on several items:
1) It summarizes presentations from a recent regional provider briefing and notes an upcoming principals' forum on funding and allocations.
2) It announces an upcoming regional forum in March to discuss the Code of Governance.
3) It provides updates from meetings with the Learning and Skills Improvement Service and JobCentre Plus on support for colleges and links to employment programs.
The bulletin provides information on the following:
1) An upcoming Principals' Forum to discuss funding and a proposal to establish a group to review post-16 vocational provision in London.
2) An invitation to an AoC regional forum on governance and collaboration opportunities, with speakers from BIS, AoC, and on the Code of Governance.
3) An update on an LSIS regional fund and a request for priorities from the region.
4) Information about engaging with WorldSkills London 2011 and upcoming skills competition deadlines.
5) A student success story about millinery students from Kensington and Chelsea College partnering with a fashion designer.
The document summarizes updates from various AoC London Region meetings and events:
1) The main items discussed at the recent Regional Committee meeting were updates from funding agencies, a partnership proposal between AoC and a skills observatory, and engaging governors in meetings.
2) At the Vice Principals' Curriculum and Quality Network meeting, attendees received policy and funding updates and were asked to revitalize the region's approach to skills competitions.
3) Hackney Community College performing arts students were selected to perform at the Olympic Opening Ceremony in front of an estimated audience of 3.5 billion people.
The document is a bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region providing updates on recent and upcoming events. Recent events discussed include meetings of the VP Curriculum and Quality Network, Regional Committee Principals, and an event with the Institute of Education on youth transitions. Upcoming events announced include various AoC London network meetings, an equality and diversity event, and Adult Learners' Week. The bulletin also provides other news such as awards won by students and calls for involvement in initiatives and surveys.
This bulletin from AoC London Region provides updates from several recent meetings and events:
- Feedback from a Heads of Student Services meeting where the new funding arrangements were discussed.
- Information on responding to a consultation on education and training for 16-19 year olds.
- Upcoming workshops on youth violence and a funding meeting for sixth form colleges.
- Details on nominating representatives for the AoC London Regional Committee election and opportunities for students to showcase talents in China or participate in internships and creative media programs.
This bulletin from the Association of Colleges London Region provides updates on several topics:
- Feedback was positive on the AoC Annual Conference and a policy session will be held regionally.
- The marketing committee received updates on WorldSkills, recruitment, and an upcoming event.
- Details were provided on WorldSkills competitions including an upcoming information session.
- Three London colleges won awards at the TES FE Awards and shared services projects were highlighted.
- Student success stories from Uxbridge College appearing on Channel 4 were featured.
- Recent meetings that took place were listed including with Orchard Hill College and London Councils.
The bulletin summarizes several recent and upcoming events related to colleges in London:
1) It discusses a successful dinner with MPs to discuss priorities for young people, skills, and employment. A follow up brief was also provided to MPs.
2) It mentions an education board meeting focused on participation rates, youth unemployment responses, and special education funding reforms.
3) Principals met with the Deputy Mayor for Education to discuss issues like apprenticeships and college enrollment in London.
4) Upcoming events are highlighted, including finance, sports, and marketing network meetings, as well as a skills and employment survey seeking college input.
The document provides summaries of several meetings and events:
1) It summarizes feedback from a meeting with Geoff Russell from the Skills Funding Agency and a Regional Committee meeting that received funding updates.
2) It summarizes a College Checklist review meeting to analyze results from a student services checklist.
3) It summarizes a Marketing Managers' network meeting on engaging with local communities and upcoming marketing campaigns.
4) It provides brief summaries of upcoming skills competitions, jobs briefings, and other events.
The bulletin provides information on recent and upcoming events for AoC London region members, including a workshop on the Common Accord, a meeting on apprenticeships, and upcoming network events. It also announces a competition for low carbon ideas from students and calls for attendees to an event on the role of colleges in a green economy. Updates from member colleges and other organizations are also provided.
The document summarizes an event organized by AoC London Region to connect London colleges with Work Programme providers, in an effort to help colleges fill course places and develop new business opportunities. It also announces the launch of a manifesto from London colleges making five requests of the new Mayor, including establishing a £900 annual bursary for unemployed 16-18 year olds. Finally, it provides updates on various AoC London Region events and initiatives.
This bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region provides information on upcoming events and meetings. It announces a liaison meeting between AoC London and the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. It also advertises free regional events on work experience and skills competitions in 2013. The bulletin lists recent and future meetings for AoC London and contacts for further information.
This bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region provides information on upcoming networking events for members over the next two weeks. It also summarizes recent events held by the AoC London including meetings with government officials and discussions on funding, inspection, and curriculum reforms. Upcoming events include workshops on observing teaching and adult learners' week. The bulletin lists recent and future meetings attended by AoC London region representatives and provides contact information.
The bulletin provides information on upcoming events for AoC London Region members, including briefings, forums, and meetings. It also outlines issues to be discussed, such as the future of provision in London, updates to regional projects, and the review of the RPG. Additionally, it highlights opportunities for students, such as WorldSkills competitions and the Regional World Skills UK Champion in Caring.
The bulletin provides updates on upcoming events organized by AoC London including network meetings on funding issues, marketing, and student services. It also summarizes recent events on skills and employment in London and the vision for the city in 2020. Calls are made to get involved in Adult Learners' Week and a list of recent and upcoming meetings is provided along with contact information.
The bulletin discusses meetings between AoC London Region and the Department for Business and Innovation regarding issues like funding changes and employment programs. It then announces upcoming AoC London Region meetings on higher education coordinators, sports, and finance directors. Finally, it lists other events on student leadership, enterprise societies, and world skills happening in the region and provides contact information.
The document is an AoC London Region Members' Bulletin that provides updates on various events, meetings, policy documents, and other news relevant to members. Key information includes: feedback from an AoC/AELP event on skills provision for the unemployed; details on an LSIS regional conversation; and the redesign of the London Colleges website to help potential students find information more easily. It also provides updates on various college activities, meetings, and upcoming events and deadlines.
This bulletin from the Association of Colleges London Region provides updates on several initiatives and events. It summarizes the completion of a checklist for colleges on dealing with serious youth violence. It also announces an upcoming event on apprenticeships in London and the selection of two fashion students from Havering College as finalists in a national tailoring competition. The bulletin concludes with a list of future meetings and a calendar of events for colleges.
This bulletin provides information on upcoming events for the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region members and other education news. It announces that the deadline for registrations for the World Skills UK National Competition is that day. It also summarizes a recent AoC London Regional Forum where the AoC Board update was provided and the last meeting of the Principal of Tower Hamlets College was recognized. Finally, it advertises upcoming AoC London Network events and conferences happening in the next few months.
The bulletin provides updates from AoC London including:
1) A reception was held for London MPs and Principals where the Secretary of State for Business spoke positively about London colleges' contributions.
2) AoC London is working with London Councils on a collaborative approach to implementing new policies around high needs students.
3) Two LSIS funding applications from AoC London were successful, including one on learner progression.
4) Upcoming AoC London events and networking opportunities are announced.
This report outlines challenges to widening access to creative arts courses in London. Key findings include:
1) BAME and disabled students from London are underrepresented in arts subjects in higher education compared to their population levels in London.
2) Arts subjects are perceived to lack diversity by BAME students and have poor career prospects according to BAME communities.
3) White students from low participation neighborhoods in London are overrepresented in arts subjects compared to other subjects.
4) Despite declines in arts GCSEs, arts A-levels have increased in London, but arts subjects are seen as less important by teachers who worry about their declining status.
The National Association for Managers of Student Services (NAMSS) is a membership organization established in 1987 that represents managers of student services in post-16 education. NAMSS has over 320 college members and 700 individual members across England, Scotland, Wales, and North Ireland. NAMSS works with government departments and other stakeholders to represent its members and champion learners. NAMSS holds an annual conference and other events to provide professional development for its members. The NAMSS Award for Student Support recognizes colleges that demonstrate successful and innovative student support through effective leadership, a range of support services, learner engagement, and partnership working.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Microlink, AoC Charitable Trust and Achievement f...Association of Colleges
Microlink is Europe's largest supplier of Assistive Technology and Inclusivity solutions, supporting over 180,000 students and numerous FTSE 100 companies over 20 years. Their education services provide teachers resources to create inclusive classrooms allowing students with different learning styles to develop skills and employability. Microlink sponsors the AoC Beacon Awards to recognize exemplary work by colleges in delivering inclusive learning and supporting progression to employment or higher education.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Learning Consortium Award for Improvement in Teac...Association of Colleges
The Learning Consortium Award for Improvement in Teaching and Learning through Peer Coaching recognizes colleges that have effectively used peer coaching to significantly impact learners and learning. Assessors will look for evidence that peer coaching has created a focus on learning outcomes and innovative teaching approaches. Successful applications will demonstrate organizational commitment to developing teaching skills through peer coaching, changes to teaching practice that have enhanced the learning experience and led to quantifiable improvements in learner achievement and satisfaction.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 prospectus - JLT Employee Benefits Award for Health...Association of Colleges
JLT Employee Benefits has been providing healthcare solutions to the education sector since 1981, starting with medical plans for universities and colleges. Their knowledge of the sector's needs combined with products and solutions has grown their reputation. Their healthcare solutions are now integral parts of employee benefits, with most universities and colleges adopting their medical plans. These services go beyond private healthcare to include all aspects of occupational health and employee benefits.
The document provides guidance on applying for the AoC Beacon Awards, which recognize exemplary teaching and learning initiatives. It outlines the application requirements, including that submissions must address specific criteria like benefiting students, promoting equality, and being sustainable. It also provides tips on structuring the application, directions for submitting materials, and answers frequently asked questions. Feedback from previous years emphasizes strengths like partnerships and support for activities, as well as areas for improvement such as providing evidence of innovative practices and learner outcomes.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Jisc Award for the Effective Use of Technology in FEAssociation of Colleges
Jisc is an organization in the UK that provides digital resources and services to post-16 education and research institutions. It aims to advance the use of digital technologies in these sectors through shared services, content procurement, and expertise. Jisc offers a range of digital content like journals, books, and films through bulk purchasing. It also provides hands-on local support to help institutions operate more efficiently and enable independent learning. Jisc runs the fastest and most efficient academic network in the UK, Janet, which saves members over 25% compared to commercial alternatives.
The document provides guidance on applying for the AoC Beacon Awards, which recognize exemplary teaching and learning initiatives. It outlines the application process and criteria, stating that applications should be submitted in three parts: Part 1 includes college contact details, Part 2 summarizes how the initiative meets criteria in 50-150 words, and Part 3 describes the initiative in no more than 3,000 words, addressing topics like aims, outcomes, and benefits. It emphasizes including evidence from beneficiaries and anonymizing college identities to qualify for consideration.
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Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
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Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
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Chapter 5
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Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
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2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
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4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
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110225 issue 89
1. 25 AoC London Region Members’ Bulletin, Issue 89
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2011
AoC London Region Members’ Bulletin – 25 February 2011
Feedback from Principals’ Forum on 17 February
Ian Ashman, Chair of AoC London Regional Committee, chaired the Principals’ Forum on
17 February which was attended by 13 Principals and 4 Vice Principals. It was a reconvened
Forum to continue the discussion on a proposal shared at the 18 January Principals’ Forum
to establish a College-led provision review group. It was a positive and lively meeting that
resulted in agreement to a scaled down set of activities including reviewing information
about potentially vulnerable specialist provision and determining what to do about it. AoC
London region will take forward the following actions:
Contact the Responsive College Unit (MIDES project) about obtaining relevant data
to share with Colleges about courses with fewer than 50 enrolments
Facilitate Principals sharing their planning information about such courses
Continue discussions with the London Skills and Employment Observatory about
LMI data that will inform Colleges’ provision planning
Investigate with the GLA running some workshops on skills with the Mayoral
advisory team for economic development
Hold an event focussing on ESOL
Hold a network event for Heads of Student Services to explore ways of applying the
new Learner Support Fund
Arrange another Principals’ Forum meeting in April
Feedback from meeting on 15 February with Anthony Browne Advisor
for Economic Development, Mark Kleinman Assistant Director of
Economic and Business Policy and Stephen Evans Director of
Employment and Skills
Some 17 Principals met Anthony Browne, Mark Kleinman and Stephen Evans on 15
February. The meeting covered an update on the London Skills and Employment Board, the
current state of play as regards the pan-London Local Enterprise Partnership, progress on
Apprenticeships, and the impact of funding and policy changes, particularly as regards
inactive benefits and ESOL, on London’s Colleges. The Mayoral advisory team were very
engaged with the discussion and requested a follow-up briefing on the figures quoted by
Principals to take to their meeting with BIS on 18 February. The meeting can be counted as a
real success as it has proved difficult to establish productive working links with the GLA
since the election of Mayor Boris Johnson. The GLA team also requested regular meetings
with Principals; AoC London office will set these up and let Principals know about them.
GLA/Student Safety meeting update
The Greater London Authority held a Safer Learners’ Workshop on 15 February at City Hall.
Delegates from Colleges, schools, Police, local authorities and community and special
interest groups attended. AoC London Region attended along with many representatives
from Colleges.
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The workshop covered the story so far; Project Oracle; Terms of Reference for a pan-London
Safer Learners Partnership; a pan-London Framework and identifying priorities for a pan-
London partnership and supporting local interventions.
The workshop was split into two sections – the latter section involved Colleges discussing
the issues as a sector and providing input into the framework. The discussions highlighted
the lack of consistency between different boroughs and relationships with the police.
AoC London Region will continue to work on Safer Learners issues and will follow-up with
a College-led event.
Please also note that the London Serious Youth Violence Board have organised a meeting to
discuss the role of FE Colleges in tackling Serious Youth Violence on 3 March at the College
of Haringey, Enfield and North East London from 1.30-3.30pm (refreshments from 1-
1.30pm). The seminar will focus on:
The importance of attendance, and monitoring of attendance, as part of the response
to SYV
The challenges around post 16 transition – information sharing with large numbers
of secondary schools.
Space will be limited, so please register with the LSYVB Secretariat at: lsyvb@ymail.com.
Institute of Education survey into music education in London
Concerns about the provision of music education in London have prompted the city’s
mayor, Boris Johnson, to commission a major survey of schools, colleges and community
arts organisations across the capital.
Music teachers and institutions have been asked to respond to the IOE’s web-based survey
by March 15. The survey questions can be viewed at www.musiceducationaudit.com.
Please read the full article in the GLA news section below.
RPG update
The most recent meeting of the Regional Planning Group took place on 14 February. AoC
nominees Caroline Allen (Orchard Hill College), Frank McLoughlin (City and Islington
College) and Jane Overbury (Christ the King SFC) attended as did Kate Anderson as AoC
Observer. In light of the changes to its remit, a new name was considered for the Group; it
will in future be known as the London Councils Young People’s Education and Skills. The
Group will be reconstituted in due course. The Group also heard a presentation about the
new all age careers service and this item will be on the agenda of the next meeting as time
did not allow for a full discussion of the implications for London learners and Colleges. The
minutes of the meeting have not yet been shared with us; when they are, anyone wishing to
see them will be invited to contact AoC London office.
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WorldSkills London 2011
Enthusiastic response from London Colleges to getting involved
Philippa Langton and Laurence Basco from the Skills Funding Agency
have now visited the majority of London Colleges to give Principals
and other staff a full briefing on how they can get involved in the
WorldSkills London 2011 event. Laurence now has an impressive list of ideas from Colleges
on how they plan to contribute to the Opening and Closing Ceremonies on 4 October and 9
October as well as deliver Have a Go activities at the event and outside it. “Philippa and I
have been really impressed, but of course not surprised, at the excellent response we have
had to our visits. Once we started talking about the massive impact this international event
will have, and how Colleges, their learners and staff can all benefit from the different types
of activities, the ideas just started to flow!”
Showcasing Applications – the closing date is approaching!
Some of the proposed showcasing ideas include a good range of dance, drama and musical
performances for the big stages, but also catering, make up and make overs, animation and a
host of other things. A range of static and artistic displays as well video input in a number of
skills have been suggested, so do make sure you turn your ideas into an application by the
closing date, 17 March 2011. Please click here for more information. If you have specific
questions, please direct them there.
Have a Go – skills taster opportunities
Lots of ideas for these too! The resources that will allow you to badge skills taster activities
that you might have planned for this year as part of WorldSkills London 2011 will be
available on the web site from 28th February. There will be more information about a series
of high profile Have a Go events round the country following that launch.
Worldskillslondon2011.com/education will take you to more information.
A number of London Colleges are exhibiting at the event, and applications for tickets to
attend and offers to volunteer are growing in number.
If you haven’t had a visit from Laurence or Philippa and would like to arrange one, please
contact : Laurence.basco@skillsfundingagency.bis.gov.uk or ring 020 7904 0606.
Skills Competitions Closing Date is 24 March
Skills competitions are an important strand in the government’s agenda to raise aspirations
and attainment in Vocational Education. Colleges who regularly participate in competitions
have identified clear benefits for both learners and staff, not just in development of technical
and personal skills but also in improvement to the quality of teaching and learning.
If you have never taken part or entered learners in a competition, why not check out the
range of competitions available in Engineering, Built Environment, Cultural and Creative
Arts, IT and Business Administration, and Social and Professional Services? Automotive and
Skill Build competitions have already closed for this year, but the closing date for the others
is 24 March 2011. For further information, see worldskillsuk.org and click on
‘competitions’ to select the sector and see the competition brief, or contact
worldskillsuk@ukskills.org.uk or 0800 612 0742.
Dip a toe in the water by taking part in the Environmental Science Competition; this could
be an opportunity for students studying Science, IT, Geography or Maths. There has been
very little take up in this new discipline so far and, unlike other competitions this year, the
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FINAL of the competition is planned to be part of WorldSkills London 2011, so why not give
it a go?
LSIS update
AoC London is coordinating a bid to the recently-announced LSIS Regional Development
Fund on behalf of its members. The project for which funding is sought will enable the
actions identified under the first item (Feedback from Principals’ Forum) to be taken
forward in a timely and effective way on behalf of members. The bidding round closes at
noon on Friday. A copy of the AoC –coordinated bid will be posted on the AoC London
region webpage shortly.
Request for information regarding Green ICT
London Higher and JISC are conducting research into Green ICT and are interested in
finding out about Colleges who are working on Green or Sustainable ICT. The project is
looking at energy use and carbon emissions in HEIs, case studies of best practices, and
priorities for further funding. Background information and documentation is available at
www.londonhigher.ac.uk/grilh.html.
Information would be really welcome from FE colleges on procurement, disposal, thick vs.
thin clients, virtualisation, “greener” data centres, cloud computing, printing and whether
there are any sustainability strategies in place.
If you are able to help please contact Dr Paresh Shah at London Higher.
Adult Learners' Week
Free Workshops on How to Run a Successful Event for Adult Learners’ Week
Get inspiration and ideas; find out where you can get hold of free resources and session
plans; discover the benefits of linking up to other campaigns; find and work effectively with
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Win a visit from a top author to inspire your students!
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The Reading Agency’s Six Book Challenge invites literacy learners and less confident
readers to read six books and record their reading in a diary in order to receive incentives, a
certificate and the chance to enter a national prize draw for completers.
In recognition of the growing number of colleges offering the Six Book Challenge to their
students, The Reading Agency is launching a new national prize draw for colleges in
association with COFHE, the network for libraries in post-16 education. Colleges where a
minimum of 20 students have taken part in the Challenge and where the college library or
learning resource centre has been involved will have the chance to win a visit from a top
author in autumn 2011. The Reading Agency will arrange this through its Reading Partners
scheme with publishers.
There is still plenty of time to join in, and World Book Day 3 March, when ten new Quick
Reads are launched, could be a good time to start. The deadline for prize draws is Thursday
30 June – see entry forms for more details.
Materials, including reading diaries, certificates, bookmarks, posters and book
recommendation leaflets, are available to order through the Reading Agency Shop. Please
contact Genevieve Clarke at The Reading Agency if you have any questions –
genevieve.clarke@readingagency.org.uk or 0871 750 210
Student Success Story of the Fortnight
Panorama dad studies youth work at College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London
Student and father, Jermaine Jones - recently
featured in Panorama’s ‘Britain’s Missing Dads’ -
is currently studying at the College of Haringey,
Enfield and North East London and working
towards becoming a qualified youth worker.
Twenty-two year old Jermaine, who has a two
year old daughter, was featured in the
programme as a father who shares custody of his
young daughter and is trying to improve the
quality of their lives.
Jermaine is currently attending the College two days a week while working three days a
week at the Pembury Youth Club in Hackney.
Jermaine spends one day a week at the College working towards his Apprenticeship in
Youth Work Level 2 and he spends one day a week at the College’s Study Skills Centre,
where he gets help with his dyslexia. This includes access to assistive technology software
such as Dragon Speech that allows him to read and write competently, and one-to-one
literacy support.
Jermaine struggled at school, with his dyslexia going unnoticed until he enrolled at the
College last year. He said: “When I started to get support from the College and they
mentioned dyslexia, I didn’t even know what it meant. Now I know there is a reason why I
found school so hard and I struggled to read bedtime stories to my daughter.”
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Jermaine, who was discovered for the panorama programme by attending a scheme for
young dads, added: “Being part of panorama and enrolling at the College has made me
determined to provide a good life for my daughter. I think it is far too easy for young dads
to walk away and leave the responsibility to the mother.
“Young dads out there who can’t provide for their family just need to get focused and back
into education or work. No matter what skills they start with they can always aim higher.
It’s not about letting people put you down, but basically doing what you have to do for your
kids.
“And if money is an issue, there are plenty of routes you can take. I choose to do an
apprenticeship so I can work and earn money while getting my qualification. Some people
may be happy going from one low paid job to another but for me, studying means I can
provide a better life for my daughter, and most of all I can read to her.”
Jane O’Neill, Vice Principal of Curriculum and Learner Experience, says: “Jermaine’s
determination to succeed makes him a fantastic ambassador for the College, and shows the
opportunities we offer at the College help people to overcome any barriers they may have
experienced towards learning.”
To watch Jermaine in the ‘Britain’s Missing Dads’ visit:
http://www.youngdads.tv/2011/01/britains-missing-dads-panorama/
Recent meetings
Date Event/Meeting Attendees Outcome/follow-up
14 Feb RPG (Observer) KA Regular meeting
meeting
15 Feb Safer Learning JS The workshop included Terms of
Workshop Reference for a pan-London Safer
Learners Partnership; a pan-London
Framework and identifying priorities for
a pan-London partnership and
supporting local interventions.
15 Feb AoCLR, GLA and KA See headline
LDA meeting
17 Feb Reconvened KA, JS, RB, See headline
Principals' Forum London
Principals
21 Feb Visit to Croydon KA Meeting with Frances Wadsworth
College
21 Feb Mike Pettifer, YPLA KA Regular meeting
and Chris Wright ,
SFA
22 Feb Philippa Langton KA, Val Regular update meeting about progress
and Laurence Basco, Chiesa towards WorldSkills London 2011
SFA
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Future meetings
Date Event/Meeting Attendees Agenda
01 March Exploring the Role KA Agenda items include:
of Training Policy update: Local growth and
Providers and LEPs
Employers in Local LEP's role in tackling skills needs
Enterprise Panel Debate: Working together to
Partnerships and align skills and training with local
Skills event economic development priorities
01 March Philippa Langton KA, Val Regular update meeting
and Laurence Chiesa
Basco, SFA
02 March Gary Chin and KA Meeting with retiring Principal and
Geoff Pine Principal Designate of Greenwich
Community College
03 March Andrew Gates, KA, Ian Discussion of the Mayor's asks and the
GLA Ashman work programme in London
03 March Colleges/Youth KA, JS, SYVB London Colleges and the London Serious
Justice Board Youth Violence Board are holding a
meeting meeting to consider the FE College
contribution in securing safer learning
environments for students on 3 March
2011, 1.30pm-3.30pm at the College of
Haringey, Enfield and East London,
Tottenham Campus.
07 March Vic Grimes, NAS KA Regular one to one meeting
08 March Adult Learners’ JS A review panel to judge Adult Learners’
Week Panel Week Awards 2011
Meeting
08 March LSIS Regional KA Agenda items include:
Response Fund Review criteria and scoring
Panel Meeting system
Review Proposals
Confirm successful proposals
09 March Governors' Code AoCLR Agenda items include:
Developmental BIS/SFA funded projects for
Review Event: Colleges to explore opportunities
Governors, Clerks for Collaboration and Shared
and Principals Services
How to ensure that London has
the right mix and volume of
vocational and preparation for life
and work provision to meet
learners’ and employers’ needs
AoC Create and what it can do for
London Colleges
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10 March London KA, Val Regular meeting on progress towards
Management Chiesa WorldSkills London 2011
Group meeting
10 March Stephen Evans, KA Regular one to one meeting
LDA
Events and Dates for the Diary
Improving Public Information in FE Event: Tuesday 1 March, Westminster Kingsway
College, Vincent Square Campus, London. For more information click here.
Exploring the Role of Training Providers and Employers in Local Enterprise
Partnerships and Skills: Tuesday 1 March, Westminster Kingsway College, Vincent
Square Campus, London. Details can be found at
www.aoccreateevents.co.uk/lep2011
Fire, asbestos and other major College health and safety issues: Wednesday 2 March,
Eversheds LLP Regional Office. Details can be found at:
www.aoccreateevents.co.uk/fightingfire
Post-Tender Problems Workshop: Wednesday 2 March, The Ambassadors Hotel,
London. Details can be found at: www.aoccreateevents.co.uk/posttenderproblems
Finance Directors’ network meeting: Monday 7 March, Eversheds, London. For more
details, please contact Rebecca Breen.
AoC College Pensions Conference: Tuesday 15 March at the CBI Centre, London.
Details and registration can be found at: www.aoccreateevents.co.uk/pensions2011
Quick Guide to Measuring Social & Economic Deprivation in Inspection: The new
methodology: Tuesday 15 March, Westminster Kingsway College, London. Details
can be found at: www.aoccreateevents.co.uk/quickquidesocialeconomicdeprivation
The Further Education Symposium: Thursday 17 March, Hackney Community
College, London. The event will address key questions facing student support and
service provision at London’s FE Colleges. If you would like to register your
attendance at the event please contact Laura Wiltshire.
Women's Leadership Network for London and Surrey: Thursday 17 March,
Westminster Kingsway College, Victoria Campus London. Please let
Vicki.fagg@cnwl.ac.uk know if you would be interested in any specific topics for
discussion and let Kayee.chan@cnwl.ac.uk know if you are intending to attend.
AoC 14-19 Delivery Structures Conference: Thursday 24 March,
Paddington, London. Details can be found at: www.aoccreateevents.co.uk/14-
19/2011
CIS/MIS Managers’ network meeting: Friday 25 March, Venue TBC. For more
details, please contact Rebecca Breen.
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Business Development Managers’ network meeting: Wednesday 30 March, Fashion
and Textile Museum, London Bridge. For more details, please contact Judith Smyth.
Embedding Equality & Diversity within Curriculum Planning and Teaching &
Learning | London (2011): Tuesday 5 April, Venue TBC. Details can be found at:
www.aoccreateevents.co.uk/embeddingequality
AoCLR Marketing Managers’ network event: Wednesday 25 May. The summer term
network event has been arranged for Wednesday 25 May, it’s likely to be a full day
event. If you are a Marketing/PR Manager/Director please put the date in your
diary. Further information will be circulated shortly.
Policy and other documents
The Intelligence e-Group Despatch
If you would like to view the latest issues of the Intelligence e-Group Despatch please follow
this link. The Despatch is produced by Mike Cooper, from Education Development which
works in partnership with AOSEC, LSC South East, LSN and City & Guilds Institute/Centre
for Skills Development to provide a regular free electronic newsletter updating colleagues
on latest developments in post-compulsory learning and skills and much more. For your
free subscription to the Intelligence e-Group Despatch, e-mail Mike Cooper, giving brief
details of your organisation and role.
GLA news
What Games-time jobs will there be for low-skilled and unemployed Londoners?
Institute of Education survey into music education in London
London Mayor, boroughs and business create partnership for growth
If you wish to contact the AoC London office to give feedback on this bulletin, to request
additional information where we have offered it, or to provide suggested content for future
issues, please email Rebecca Breen.
Kate Anderson Judith Smyth
Regional Director Executive Manager
kate.anderson@aoc.co.uk judith.smyth@aoc.co.uk
Rebecca Breen Simran Sobhraj
Regional Coordinator London Region and FE Procurement Administrator
rebecca.breen@aoc.co.uk Simran.sobhrai@aoc.co.uk
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