Type of learning process
Follow this decision-making process to decide the type of learning required.
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Then ... |
| This is something the person used to be able to do well |
Provide practice and regular feedback.
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| Only limited learning is required |
Provide specific direction only on new areas and use coaching to fine tune skills.
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| Performance is lagging behind learning |
- Conduct a performance needs analysis and take appropriate action.
- Direct individual to the Physical Fitness Learning Area.
- Have a chat with the person and ask the simple question “You know this stuff. Is there any reason why you’re not doing it?”
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| Considerable learning is required, or if this is a completely new skill or knowledge area |
Check out these options below |
| The learning required is essentially information based. Retention of knowledge is critical. |
- Go to Rules and Laws of the game.
- Direct them to the appropriate NSO site for further contacts and information.
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| The learning required is essentially procedural i.e. not about the game itself but the official’s role on and off the court/field |
- Consider on the field/court demo, coaching and feedback.
- Go to Rules and Laws of the game.
- Go to Roles of the Official.
- Complete the Legal and Risk eLearning module.
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| The learning requires practice of a technical skill |
- Identify the specific gap using the skill and knowledge assessment sheet.
- Identify the key learning outcomes from the learning areas where a gap has been identified.
- Choose the resources and plan which is suitable for you to close the gap.
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| The learning requires practice of a behavioural skill |
- Identify the specific gap using the skill and knowledge assessment sheet.
- Identify the key learning outcomes from the learning areas where a gap has been identified.
- Choose the resources and plan which is suitable for you to close the gap.
- Run role plays for common situations which allow you to observe what the official says and how they say it.
- Observe and provide feedback based on the official’s management of the game.
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| The skill requires group reflection or external input |
Consider workshop or seminar. |