Analysis Of The Well-Being Of Future Generations (WGFA)

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The Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015 (WGFA) is about improving the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of Wales by improving the way public bodies work with communities to create a better future (Welsh Government, 2015). The PCET sector has the responsibility of maintaining the standards of schools which have created ambitious, capable learners, who are ready to learn throughout their lives and gain extensive employability skills (Donaldson 2015: 29) Further education can develop the capability of workers and equip young people with the skills that the Welsh economy and employers need. One of the ongoing principle strategies in Wales which will affect the PCET sector is the Welsh language strategy; otherwise …show more content…

Not only will digital learning technologies scaffold learning, it will introduce learning that is blended; since blended Learning has become a popular method to combine face to face teaching with online learning to suit individual learner needs (Ryan et al., 2015). Digital-supported learning supports learners self-monitoring skills and provides support for learning opportunities which caters for the diversity of learners. Hiller (2017) anticipates that the use of digital technologies in the PCET sector will lead to a high level of success, promote problem-solving, and the transfer of self-learning skills and employability skills. In accordance to the digital learning initiatives that are underlying in PCET policies, a study has revealed that 44% of FE providers have taken action and invested in digital resources, 42% state that improvements in course delivery has been recorded (YMCA awards, 2017). Furthermore, by utilising digital technologies in every lesson, centres remain up to date with the ever changing PCET sector. However, the digital capabilities of teachers will impact the ability to deliver effective technology enhanced learning. Since all PCET environments must commit to developing a digitally skilled workforce and learning environment, funding must be made available to fund staff development, resources and training in learning technologies (Davies, Mullan and Feldman, 2017). Subsequently, 68% of FE centres expressed concerns about the pressures to comply to policies, while limited resources and funding are causing major issues within the sector (YMCA awards,