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FE Accessibility training matrix partnership - information session
The presentation outlines a project aimed at developing an accessibility matrix to aid HR professionals and managers in enhancing workforce skills within UK colleges. It introduces a dedicated team of educational leaders and accessibility specialists, with specific objectives to create a user-friendly resource for training and guidance. Participants are encouraged to engage in discussions and contribute to the group's decision-making and project development.
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- 1. The presentation willbe recorded
- 2. Having technical difficulties? If youlose sound or experience any issues with connectivity. Don’t worry: just close down Zoom, re- open, and re-join the call.
- 3. Audio Please take amoment to connect your headphones, activate your speakers and check your sound quality
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- 5. Your voice matters. Therewill be time for questions towards the end. Please put any questions in the chat until then.
- 6. Introductions Laura Hutton Subject specialist(accessibility) Rosie Hare Community intelligence and impact lead Tiffany Sobowale Advice Team intern
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- 8. Today’s session 45 minuteduration • Matrix • Project proposal • Example • Q&A
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- 10. What we meanby ‘Matrix’ An environment or context in which something originates, develops, or is contained. A resource that aids HR professionals, managers, and team leaders to effectively plan, and enhance their workforce's skills and capabilities – specifically in terms of accessibility.
- 11. The project aim… Toestablish a dedicated team combining FE leaders, educators and accessibility specialists...
- 12. Its purpose … towork together to design a resource that supports the implementation of accessibility knowledge & skills, within UK colleges.
- 13. Objectives 1. To collatea matrix of training and guidance, to aid the structuring of learning and development of staff, in accessibility. 2. The matrix should be straightforward and easy-to-use, mapping accessibility where relevant and practical to roles within in an FE institution. 3. To document the groups learnings and findings for transparency and sharing with the wider community.
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- 16. Our initial thinking… Accessibility Level1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 • Regulations and standards • Rights of staff and students • What’s expected of a college • Benefits to users & specific groups • Understanding the principles • ‘How to’ for personal practice – basic docs, email • How to – alternative formats • Content sharing • Accessible assessment • Managerial responsibilities • Procurement • Assistive technology • Creative and technical roles • Content remediation
- 17. Mapping to collegeroles
- 18. Timeline Aug 24 • Formationof group • Formalise structure of the project March 25 • Prototype to present for piloting • Possible group presentation at Digifest July 25 • Working model being piloted • Evaluation and possible continuation of the project
- 19. Expectations • Accept anduphold decisions and directions decided upon by the group. • Regular attendance of meetings and contribute to group discussions. • Initiative to volunteer for tasks and contribute to ideas or improvements.
- 20. Benefits of joining Theopportunity to join a supportive group dedicated to creating a resource for the sector, by the sector, that benefits everyone who needs to consider accessibility as part of their role.
- 21. Q&A - joiningthe group
- 22. Q&A - the“matrix” design
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Editor's Notes
- #3 And if for any reason somebody gets cut off from the call, they can join back in and they'll be able to catch up on what they've missed later. So you don't need to worry about missing out you can just join in again and watch the recording at a later date. You will only need to watch that little bit that you missed out on afterwards.
- #4 So as a big part of the session is you being able to absorb the information delivered please take a couple minutes to just check that you can hear us clearly. We always recommend using a headset because that helps you focus and cuts out some of the background noise. You should also be able to enable live captions via your tool bar.
- #6 We really do want you all to have your say, your voice does matter. There are specific parts for Questions as we are going to use this presentation part as a recording to go out to the people who couldn’t be hear today. So you will definitely have a chance to take the mic. If however you have a comment or you want to ask a question whilst we’re explaining something. Please can you use the chat pane and we will gather up the questions and address them in the Q&A sections or after the session
- #9 Today ‘s session will be a maximum of 45mins long.
- #10 Ok so to start, I’d very quickly like to work on some context setting: The word “matrix” wears many hats, and its origins stretch back through time, weaving together mathematics, language, and even ancient Rome. In mathematics, it refers tos a rectangular arrangement of numbers, symbols, or expressions. Picture a grid with rows and columns, where each cell holds a value. The term “matrix” isn’t confined to math alone. In craftsmanship, a matrix is a term that can be used for a mold. in Collins dictionary - A matrix is the environment or context in which something such as a society develops and grows, so it can also signify the origin or foundation from which something emerges,. Back in ancient Rome, it could refer to a plant whose seeds propagated others. My point is the word “matrix” has a rich history. And over time, it has evolved, and has adapted to have various contexts and meanings. So apart the film with Keanu Reeves, when we think of Matrices today – it may well be in terms of their use to map skills or training. There are lots of types, Skills, Training, Competency, Capability, Experience. And they are often designed to visualise and assess competencies, identify gaps, and plan development. Some common types: Skills Matrix: A grid that lists skills on one axis and individuals or roles on the other. It indicates the proficiency level of each person for each skill, helping identify strengths and areas for improvement. Training Matrix: Similar to a skills matrix but focuses on training requirements. It maps required training courses or modules against employees or roles, showing completed, ongoing, or needed training sessions. Competency Matrix: Details the competencies required for specific roles and matches them against employees' current competencies. It often includes proficiency levels and helps in succession planning and identifying training needs. Knowledge Matrix: Maps the knowledge areas relevant to a job or project against team members. It helps ensure that critical knowledge is spread across the team and identifies knowledge gaps. Learning and Development Matrix: Tracks learning objectives, progress, and outcomes for employees. It helps organizations plan and monitor the effectiveness of learning and development programs. Capability Matrix: Lists capabilities (a broader concept than skills, often including knowledge, skills, and behaviors) against roles or employees, showing the current and desired levels for strategic workforce planning. Experience Matrix: Maps employees' experience levels across various domains or projects. It helps in project assignments and career development planning.
- #15 How the group will work: Once we have our group members, we will have a kick-off meeting and decide the following – frequency of meetings (6weeks), communication channels (teams channel or email list), do we feel we have any gaps in knowledge etc. As we progress the group will decide the design and format of the matrix and put together a prototype etc.
- #16 How the group will make decisions: Essentially Jisc will be hosting the group, but the decisions are to be made by the group as a whole and it might be that we even poll the wider community on aspects as we move through the project. We do realise however that starting from scratch on everything can seem a little daunting and often time consuming, so we do have some thoughts and ideas on structure and process and what we could do. So we will be running most things on the basis of here is a suggestion do you want to add to this, augment this, or scrap it and offer something else. So on that basis:
- #17 Breakdown of accessibility
- #19 Proposed timeline:
- #20 Expectations and benefits of joining the group.
- #21 Expectations and benefits of joining the group: Work in a creative environment where your ideas are valued, gain recognition for your hard work, and directly impact making education more accessible and inclusive for everyone. Boost Your Skills: Learn new and specialized skills in digital accessibility that will make you even better at your job. Meet Great People: Connect with other leaders, educators, and experts in the field, building a network of valuable professional contacts. Make a Difference: Have a direct impact on making education more accessible and inclusive for everyone. Get Recognized: Gain recognition for your hard work and contributions, which can be great for your career. Access Cool Resources: Be the first to use the latest training materials, resources, and tools that you can take back to your own institution. Build Leadership Skills: Develop your leadership abilities by taking charge of different parts of the project. Think Outside the Box: Work in a creative and collaborative environment where your innovative ideas are encouraged and valued. Share and Learn: Learn from the collective knowledge of the group and share your own insights and best practices. Support Inclusivity: Be part of a meaningful initiative that helps ensure everyone has equal access to education. Help Your College Shine: Contribute to making your institution a leader in accessibility, improving the overall experience for students and staff.
- #24 https://forms.office.com/e/dFum2bbcMT Submit your name to be considered as part of the working group.