Thinking Skills At Work
In a 2 year study commissioned by
the Employment Department, STSC-like tasks simulating common workplace
problems and situations were trialled in controlled studies with
vocational trainees and employess. Significant improvements in workplace
thinking, problem solving and personal effectiveness were reported
amongst subjects in all studies.
Four STSC vocational modules entitled Thinking Skills at Work (TSAW)
are now available for use in schools. The more adult TSAW contexts
are geared to the world of work and career choice decisions. They
are ideal for students in their final two years at school. The TSAW
modules also have a specific application in promoting key skills
within NVQs and GNVQs.
Applications of the
Vocational Modules
TSAW modules
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Age
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Applications
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Problem themes
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Preparing for Work
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14 years to adults
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Careers and PSE courses Preparing for work courses
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Career planning & vocational preparation
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Administration
Catering
Engineering
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14 years to adults
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Careers and PSE courses Vocational education, key
skills within GNVQs and NVQs
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Budgeting, stock control, time management, customer
care, negotiation, error analysis, giving and receiving instructions,
managing many tasks at once, dealing with the unexpected/non-routine.
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