Didaxis offers placement assessments (multimedia or guides) in Communications in English and Mathematical Literacy. This is a graded instrument covering ABET Levels 1-4 (NQF Level 1).
The tool assesses a learner's entry readiness for study and workplace training at the required ABET or NQF 1 levels. It does not assess across all the relevant standards and does not result in a registered credit on the NQF. It can, however, form part of a recognition of prior learning (RPL) process for credits. For qualifications from NQF Levels 1-4, the placement assessment aims to assess learner understanding and application of key Communications or Numeracy concepts in order to place learners in appropriate learning programmes ranging from ABET Levels 1-4 (NQF Level 1).
Netcare placement assessment project
Didaxis, was appointed to assess the learner competencies of Netcare Education’s entry-level nursing applicants to test their numeracy and literacy (communication) skills within a context relevant to nursing. This process will ensure a higher calibre of entry-level learner, optimising the learner’s chances of success, and ultimately contribute to a successful nursing career.
Didaxis also developed and piloted an Academic Readiness Programme, primarily targeted at unsuccessful applicants and covering communications, numeracy, computer literacy, academic preparatory skills and front-end support concepts. On completion of the programme, learners were then re-assessed and the successful candidates were eligible for the nursing programme entry-level requirements. Teaching and learning methods used in Training
Classroom Format
 Our teaching method is both learner-centred and learner-directed and takes place in a face-to-face environment. Facilitators are provided on a national basis, however, training can also be arranged for in-house facilitation, where learners can grasp and understand concepts and processes within the organisation.
Blended Delivery
Computer-aided multimedia learning materials are also used to deliver the content in the classroom. This blended delivery approach takes cognisance of diverse adult learning styles and environments in which the ABET programme is to be deployed. By using a combination of facilitator-led classroom-based tuition (supported by Didaxis' dynamic, multimedia-enriched computer-based programmes), variety, interest, and flexibility are permitted in the way learning modules and learning objectives are presented.
The ABET programme allows for choice in learning speed and timetabling (particularly around shift workers). This is delivered through a blend of classroom lessons and self-study, supported by coaching where required, and the excitement of the electronic version of the programme. |
