“Everyone has been able to see what they are good at and identify the skills that need to be developed” (Teacher)

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UFA Young Researchersand Evaluators

“I am very proud of how all the young people have conducted themselves. This has reminded me of the reason why I wanted to work with young people.” (Teacher)

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UFA means...

I take charge of my own learning

I value learning with others

I am curious and enjoy learning for its own sake

I can transfer learning to different contexts

I can be comfortable with complexity and subtlety

I can thrive on challenge, and seek creative solutions

I am resilient and resourceful

I am open and generous

I am reflective

I act ethically

UFA is a national educational charity. Since 1996, we have worked with over 750,000 young people and 6,000 adults in 50 regions, to create inspiring learning for all. UFA has also worked with groups in Jamaica and Australia.

The UFA network unlocks the potential of young people.

We raise aspirations across schools, homes and communities by creating transformational learning experiences.

We inspire and equip young people AND the adults that support them to become confident individuals, successful learners and responsible leaders.

Learning with the UFA

Learning to knowLearning to doLearning to be

Learning to live with each other

21st century learning:THE TREASURE WITHIN

(UNESCO)

“If I were to change schools, I’d implement UFA in my new post as a

first move.”(UFA fellow)

TRANSFORMING LEARNING

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“Everyone has been able to see what they are good at and identify the skills that need to be developed.” (Teacher)

We have developed this programme from a pilot which ran in partnership with QiSS (Quality in Study Support). Schools and organisations that have been involved have been supported through this process to reflect on issues of quality and provision and have been prompted to implement changes identified by the young researchers to increase impact and raise standards.

About UFA Young Researchers and Evaluators training

A 3 day programme for young people to develop their skills in research and evaluation and become confident to lead a project which evaluates some aspect of your school/organisation. We use our Young Evaluator’s Toolkit to show how evaluation can be interactive and even fun! During the programme young people will agree a research question, develop their own methodology to gather findings which they analyse and then present their recommendations to your organisation’s leadership team.

BenefitsThrough this programme, young people become empowered to have a real voice in shaping the future of their school or organisations; they also gain skills which are transferable into many other situations.

Young Researchers and Evaluators have:

• Increased self-confidence.• Developed leadership skills.• Improved communication skills.• Improved their commitment to their organisation.

“I have had an amazing day and have learnt a lot already, discovering skills I never thought I had. Can’t wait for tomorrow!” (Young Researcher)

Outcomes:As a result of this course, the Young Researchers & Evaluators will:• Understand and be able to use

the language of research and evaluation.

• Understand how to carry out research and evaluation in a systematic, ethical and responsible way.

• Be able to use a range of different data collection tools and processes for analysis.

• Be able to make a judgement on an issue they will research and evaluate.

• Be able to contribute towards the development of their school or organisation.

CostDirect delivery3 Day course - we work with the young people directly. (up to 30)

£3675

Lead Practitioner training1 Day programme to enable you to facilitate the course to groups of young people in your organisation.£145 pp (14 min, locally)or see our events calendar

In addition, the adults who support the Young Researchers and Evaluators will develop their own skills and ways of working with young people in a facilitating role.

What’s in the course?The first 2 days of this programme prepare them to undertake research or evaluation study in their own organisation. The final day of the programme is an opportunity to analyse findings and present these to their peers before sharing them with Senior Leaders at a later date. The course is a combination of practical activities and time for discussion and reflection. Emphasis is given to supporting the young people to work effectively in a team.They undertake mini research challenges during the course to give them the experience and confidence to complete the main project.

Young Researchers and Evaluators

For more information about our transforming learning programmes, please telephone 0121 212 9838 or emailinfo@ufa.org.uk

Co - delivery4 Day course (3 with young people + 1 with staff) - We work with adults alongside young people, £ 5150