Asset Languages Training

Get started and Get ahead

If you are interested in using Asset Languages in your school or college, 'Get started' training sessions are designed as a helpful introduction to those new to the scheme. These full day training courses outline the philosophy behind the assessment scheme and the two methods of assessment with Asset; external and teacher assessment. Delegates will receive guidance on preparing candidates for Asset's externally-assessed exams and information on what support and resources are available from OCR. The training also explains all administration procedures. If you previously attended Centre Coordinator Training, you will find that the content of this course is very similar.

1. The following Get started courses are still available in 2009/10:

Day	Date	Location	Course code
Tuesday	08 June 2010	Birmingham	OASF1
Thursday	10 June 2010	London	OASF1
Thursday	10 June 2010	Bristol	OASF1
Monday	14 June 2010	Newcastle	OASF1
Tuesday	15 June 2010	London	OASF1
Wednesday	23 June 2010	Leeds	OASF1
Thursday	01 July 2010	Winchester	OASF1

There are also two 'Get ahead' training sessions in particular aspects of the scheme, designed to build the confidence of teachers already using Asset . Provided in response to demand, the half day courses focus on:

          - Making the most of teacher assessment (guidance on the teacher assessment material available and how to use it most effectively alongside your teaching)

          - Effective delivery of speaking tests (practical help on the planning, delivery and assessment of this skill, with opportunities to share good practice)

2. The following Get ahead courses are still available in 2009/10:  

Effective delivery of speaking tests
Day	Date	Location	Course code
Thursday	24 June 2010	London	OASF3
Tuesday	29 June 2010	Newcastle	OASF3
Thursday	15 July 2010	Birmingham	OASF3

How to book

To book any of these courses, you can view and book a training event online by visiting the OCR Eventbooker service at http://www.ocreventbooker.org.uk/ocr/desktopdefault.aspx. Alternatively, you can complete the booking form below:

Booking Form

and email it to training@ocr.org.uk, fax it to 024 7649 6399, or send it by post to OCR Training, Progress House, Westwood Way, Coventry CV4 8JQ.  

We run Cluster Support Groups in different regions around the country. These are designed to help centres to implement Asset Languages at their centre and to give support and advice on the best ways to use Asset Languages. To find your nearest Cluster Support Group please email assetlanguagesclustersupport@ocr.org.uk .

OCR’s training arm, Mill Wharf Training has produced a portfolio of continuing professional development courses to help teachers and senior management teams get the most from implementing Asset Languages in their centre, for students and staff. 

The courses provide practical support for the introduction of Asset Languages and complement the information sessions offered by OCR.

Click on 'Book Training' to open the online booking system on the Mill Wharf Website.