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1 Awst 2018
Barriers to learning for disadvantaged groups
If we are to engage more adults in learning, we must understand patterns of behaviour, adults’ motivations for learning, and any barriers they face to engaging in learning. This qualitative analysis explores this.
1 Awst 2018
Adult Participation in Learning Survey 2017
The headline findings and the supporting detailed analysis from the 2017 Adult Participation in Learning Survey. It was conducted by Learning and Work Institute.
23 Gorffennaf 2018
Supporting people with English language needs to access apprenticeships
This guide has been designed to raise awareness of ways in which ESOL learners can benefit from and progress to employment as an apprentice.
10 Gorffennaf 2018
Opportunity knocks?
This is the first of six reports published to inform the 'Youth Commission': the Commission on Education and Employment Opportunities for Young People.
1 Gorffennaf 2018
Decision making of adult learners
The Department for Education (DfE) commissioned Kantar Public and Learning and Work Institute to undertake research to understand adults’ experiences of, and decisions about, learning.
27 Ebrill 2018
Exploring the funding and support for apprentices with additional support needs
This research explores the effectiveness of funding to support apprentices with learning difficulties, disabilities or disadvantage.
28 Mawrth 2018
Evaluation of Liverpool City Region Youth Employment Gateway
This report sets out the findings of the Youth Employment Gateway, an initiative aimed at young people aged between 18 and 24 who were out of work and claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit.
28 Mawrth 2018
Evaluation of Community-Based English Language (CBEL) provision pilots
Process and impact evaluations of Community Based English Language (CBEL) provision pilots, a randomised control trial commissioned by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
28 Mawrth 2018
Understanding the under-representation of women in engineering apprenticeships
Just 9% of the current engineering workforce is female, contributing to wider gender pay inequalities. This report looks at ways in which we can tackle this imbalance.
21 Ionawr 2018
The Learning, Work and Wellbeing Toolkit
This toolkit provides staff with practical tips and resources to support young adult carers to make informed choices about learning and work.