How to improve your learning for grounds management

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This particularly relates to mature young adult and adult learning where a learner acts on their own initiative, often independently, to take ownership of their learning without the extent of direction that would previously been given to younger students by tutors or teachers.

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Taking ownership and responsibility for your own actions and consequences thereof.

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An approach where a learner understands the need to manage their learning environment effectively.

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See Connectivism.

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The practical application of knowledge, acquired through practice and/or training, by utilising physical and mental qualities to achieve a defined level of performance.

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An assessment tool used for identifying the gap between an employee’s current and desired (i.e. relevant) skills and knowledge in meeting the needs of their employer in performing their role effectively.

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A theory of learning which is based on influencing and modifying behaviour through the use of positive (by using rewards) and negative (by applying penalties) reinforcement, called operant conditioning.

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An idea generation and problem-solving technique where ideas are created by being written down on cards, post-it notes, or similar, and then rearranged later on to create a story to solve an issue.

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An idea generation and problem-solving technique where the problem is either loosely defined or even hidden from participants. A facilitator guides the discussion, gradually uncovering more of the original problem as the group explores connections and solutions.

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A formal, planned, approach to encourage learning, confidence, capabilities, effectiveness, improved productivity, reduced absences, improving motivation and staff retention within an organisation.

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