Course Syllabus
M215 Personal Tutoring and Narrowing Awarding Gaps
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Overview
In the UK, there exists a significant and persistent disparity in academic outcomes and attainment for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) students. Despite some progress in recent times, BAME students continue to lag behind their white peers in terms of academic achievement, high dropout rates, and limited opportunities for skilled employment. To bridge this gap, personal tutors can play a crucial role by offering customized guidance and support to BAME students, addressing their unique challenges, and fostering a sense of academic self-efficacy and belonging.
This learning activity helps personal tutors to understand their role in promoting inclusivity and equity.
What will you learn from engaging in this activity?
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Discuss the BAME attainment gap and its impact on students.
- Recognize and analyze the factors contributing to the BAME attainment gap within their context.
- Promote inclusive practices that respect and value the cultural backgrounds and experiences of BAME students.
- Advocate for the needs and rights of BAME students within their institution, promoting equal opportunities and inclusive policies.
What key concepts will you understand as a result of engaging in this activity?
- The BAME attainment gap is a significant issue in higher education that requires attention and concerted efforts to address.
- The BAME attainment gap is influenced by various factors, including institutional biases, cultural barriers, and lack of representation.
- Personal tutors play a crucial role in supporting BAME students and reducing the attainment gap by providing tailored guidance and support.
- Cultural competency and inclusive practices are essential for personal tutors to effectively support and engage with BAME
What essential questions will this activity address?
- How might your own biases and assumptions impact your ability to effectively support and address the needs of BAME students?
- What systemic barriers contribute to the perpetuation of the BAME attainment gap, and how can we challenge and dismantle them?
- How can personal tutors leverage the strengths of BAME students to promote their academic success?
Before you engage in this activity, we recommend that you have studied these UKAT Curriculum activities, or attained equivalent experience.
M101 What is Personal Tutoring? [Learning Module]
Framework Competencies Addressed
Conceptual:
C5: How equitable and inclusive environments are created and maintained
Professional:
P1: Create and support environments that consider the needs and perspectives of students, and respect individual learners
P2: Appreciate students’ views and cultures, maintain a student-centred approach and mindset, and treat students with sensitivity and fairness